Career Development Specialist - Cross CI

Join Our Team at Tallahassee State College Career Development Specialist

Tallahassee State College is thrilled to announce a full‑time
grant‑funded opening for the position of Career Development Specialist – P10031 with DOC – Cross City Correctional Institution
. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to fostering a vibrant workplace community.

The link to the Department of Corrections Region 2 map is included to assist you in identifying the location of each facility. Please ensure that the location you select is within the vicinity or the location you desire.

As a Career Development Specialist
, you’ll play a key role in providing services related to Compass 180 Hybrid and supplemental in‑cell assignments through cell‑front instruction for eligible participants who are in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator.

• Facilitation of employability and life skills, administration and interpretation of assessments, and training to include the Compass 100 hybrid curriculum and Thinking for a Change.
• Provides services related to Compass 100 Hybrid and supplemental in‑cell assignments through cell‑front instruction for eligible participants who are in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator. Provides facilitation of employability and life skills programs. Provides administration and interpretation of assessments.
• Provides services related to Compass 100 Hybrid through a small group setting to eligible participants who are not in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator and other programs as determined by the Department. Provides facilitation of pre‑release connections with community providers and employers through face‑to‑face and technology‑based interactions to include pre‑release job search, recruitment, and placement activities.
• Reports monthly attendance, program enrollments and completions on the Department of Corrections approved format. Maintains and provides documentation of services delivered.

We’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success.

• An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university or a high school diploma, and three (3) years of professional experience in the workforce development, social services or corrections field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry.

• An associate’s degree and one year of experience in the social services or corrections field.

We offer more than just a competitive salary of $42,024.00 annually. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A generous leave policy, including 11 federally paid holidays.
• Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning.
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.

Please visit the College's Benefits site to see the full list of benefits and opportunities.

Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high‑quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in‑demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.