Program & Education Mgr

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

The Company is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidence‑based rehabilitation.

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community re‑entry services. From the development of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence‑based rehabilitation to the post‑release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost‑effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

The Programs Manager is responsible for the oversight of the programs department, ensuring that goals and objectives are accomplished according to policy directions of the corporation and within the scope defined by the contract. Responsible for the quality of services provided to inmates and works in conjunction with the Deputy Facility Administrator to remedy deficiencies and enrich programs.

• The Programs Manager ensures proper processing of all inmates for programmatic needs and ensures that all inmates participating receive quality services that comply with federal regulations and standards.
• Assists in the preparation of program proposals.
• Develops policies relating to program operations. Makes revisions to current policies as required, ensuring compliance with the standards set by the company and the client agency.
• Assesses needs of programs staff and provides regularly scheduled supervision and/or training to address those needs.
• Provides case consultations and one-to‑one counseling for difficult inmates or when serious incidents occur.
• Provides supervision to all programs staff to include but not limited to Education Director, Case Management Coordinator, Unit Managers, and Inmate Records.
• Conducts departmental staff performance reviews.
• Serves as committee member on training, budget, and policy review boards.
• May assist management in the establishment of long‑range plans and corresponding schedules to achieve facility goals and objectives.
• Responds on a 24‑hour, 7‑day basis to significant unusual occurrences.
• May be required to function as Deputy Facility Administrator in his/her absence.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed to ensure the effective and successful operation of the facility.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field. Experience in a correctional security and rehabilitative programs. Five (5) years’ experience managing a correctional education program preferred or at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures, correctional laws, applicable court orders and requirements for managing a secure correctional facility.
• Skill in interpretation of policies and procedures and appropriate application to work situations.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert and able to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff.