HIRE Coordinator - Region

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

We promote public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re‑entry. As the model of best correctional practices, we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.

In this role as a Regional HIRE Coordinator within the IDOC Hoosier Initiative for Re‑Entry (HIRE) program, you will be assigned a region within the state and will be responsible to provide workforce readiness services to IDOC clients housed within correctional facilities and parolees supervised by IDOC Parole Districts within that region. You will also be responsible for employer engagement within an assigned region.

Duties include outreach activities to identify channel partners and stakeholders, development and facilitation of program materials, development of strategies to market program initiatives, conducting outreach activities to develop and solidify relationships with prospective partners and community leaders, and advocate for institutional change in employer attitudes toward the hiring of ex‑clients. You will also reinforce partnerships with Parole districts to assist with securing post‑release employment.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

• Monitor key performance indicators to ensure program effectiveness.
• Assist in developing, updating, and monitoring all policies and procedures related to the program area.
• Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
• Act as technical consultant to stakeholders to clarify and interpret policies and procedures.
• Prepare and disseminate monthly and annual program reports.
• Review the budget and program assets are allocated appropriately.
• Monitor compliance and make recommendations to the program to increase efficiencies.
• Prepare training materials and train agency employees on program requirements and usage.
• Deliver communication plans and communications.
• Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• A Bachelor's Degree and 1+ year of experience, or
• An Associate's Degree and 3+ years of experience, or
• At least 5+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

• Working knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers…