Working Title: Corrections Program DirectorJob Class: Corrections Program DirectorAgency: Corrections Dept
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/02/2024
Closing Date: 03/08/2024
Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Corrections
Location: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Rush City
Division: Case Management and Programming
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $35.98 - $51.83 / hourly; $75,126 - $108,221 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
Telework Eligible : No
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.The Corrections Program Director supervises and oversees continuous quality improvement for correctional facility case managers and general population programming to ensure access to evidence-based interventions necessary to achieve goals during incarceration. Corrections Program Directors adhere to the department’s person-centered model to achieve strategic goals and mission focused tasks and responsibilities.This position has direct contact with incarcerated individuals at the Minnesota Correctional Facility - Rush CityMinimum QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.Four (4) years of experience with clients from a diverse background in the fields of corrections, social work, social services, education, chemical dependency, mental health, residential treatment, or related field. (NOTE: A Doctorate degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience; Master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience; Associate’s degree may substitute for six months (6) of experience.Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead, or completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI or SLI), or comparable leadership program.Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be further assessed on the following:Knowledge of human resources principles, procedures and systems sufficient to manage and maintain a harmonious labor relations environment in accordance with collective bargaining and affirmative action/equal opportunity policies.Written and oral communication skills sufficient to relay sensitive information to staff, the public, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, incarcerated individuals, and other state agencies and; to elicit cooperation from staff and incarcerated individuals to resolve difficult and potentially dangerous situations affecting safety and security.Human relation and conflict resolution skills sufficient to effectively solve problems in a manner that is sensitive to organizational structures, cultures, as well as the needs of groups and individuals; and to elicit cooperation from staff and incarcerated individuals to resolve difficult and potentially dangerous situations affecting safety and security.Preferred QualificationsThe following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:Completion of a degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Education, Law, Law Enforcement, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology or a Human Services related field with an emphasis in corrections/criminal justice.Two (2) years or more of supervisory experience in a correctional environment with experience in designing, implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of programs.Supervisory experience directing client/resident living units or corrections program services/activities/security sufficient to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinates in a correctional setting.Experience in committee and/or project leadership/management.Training or experience in Evidence Based Practices (EBP) designed to reduce criminal thinking and behaviors.Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of correctional programs, which provide a direct service to and interaction with incarcerated individuals and includes program/service management.Experience in designing, implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of processes, practices and policies.Physical RequirementsThe completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components may consist of a tuberculosis screening, commercial drivers license (CDL) drug test, and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist may also be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please contact Lisa Duffin by email at [email protected] RequirementsThe selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.