Program Director - HIRE Coordinator

Program Director - HIRE Coordinator

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.

About the Indiana Department of Correction Division of Parole Services:
The Division of Parole Services was established within the Indiana Department of Correction in the 1960s severing its relationship with the State Welfare Department. Parole Services is charged with enhancing public safety by providing community based supervision and services for adult offenders through the use of evidence based practices as they transition from a Correctional Facility to Community Supervision. Parole Services Division operates out of ten district offices located across the State.

Role Overview :
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 incarcerated individuals 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-incarcerated individuals. You will also reinforce partnerships with Parole districts to assist with securing post-release employment.

Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
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.

What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
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 that make sense.

Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles. A degree is not a standard requirement for this role. However, at least 5+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Some positions may include specific education requirements depending on the program scope.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans Wellness Rewards Program:
Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible…