Community Programs Coordinator
- Mountain View Correctional Facility, Charleston. 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Charleston, ME $50,523.20
- $70,387.20 a year
- Full-time State of Maine 312 reviews $50,523.20
- $70,387.20 a year
- Full-time If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. . Community Programs Coordinator
- Mountain View Correctional Facility, Charleston. Grade 23: $50,523.20
- $70,387.
20 (This rate includes $0.60/hour for institutional stipend)
Job Class Code:
2059 041001667
Open:
June 29, 2026
Close:
July 14, 2026 _______________________________________________________________________________ MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the 'Maine Model of Corrections', we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training. Mountain View Correctional Facility is seeking a professional to oversee community services for our residents. The role involves organizing, directing, and coordinating these programs, with a focus on leveraging community resources for program development. This position works to collect data, assessing information, and providing recommendations on work release and furlough decisions.
This position will work with community based services, programmings, and establishing relationships with potential community resource providers.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
: (These are required to successfully perform the work assigned). Knowledge of the state laws, rules, and regulations governing probation, work release, and furlough programs. Knowledge of methods and techniques associated with the rehabilitation of prisoners confined to a penal institution. Knowledge of Department policies and procedures governing probation, work release, and furlough programs. Knowledge of resources available in community. Ability to develop community resources and assess their impact and potential use. Ability to review and analyze a variety of personal data and make recommendations for future actions. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to write clearly and effectively. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT
ARE NOT LIMITED TO
the following coursework/training and/or experience). A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Public or Business Administration, one of the behavioral or social sciences, or closely related field and two (2) years' experience in corrections or closely related field. Experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
None
BENEFITS
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Balance
- Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage
- The State of Maine pays 85
- 100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52
- 11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit
- Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements . Dental Insurance
- The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value). Retirement Plan
- The State of Maine contributes 19.63 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office . Living Resources Program
- Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act . Voluntary Deferred Compensation
- Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness . Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.