Re-Entry Coordinator (Program Specialist II)

This position announcement will be used to fill a Full-Time, Permanent, Non-Represented, Safety-Sensitive Re-Entry Coordinator (Program Specialist II) vacancy within the Department of Detention Facilities. This is program management support work carrying out assignments in operational programs requiring knowledge of a range of program issues to perform a variety of assignments.

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK

The occupational field of program management work involves directing or carrying out assignments in one or more programs that are directly related to the department's/agency's mission of providing services to County residents. This field of work is distinguished from management-support functions such as personnel, budgeting or other administrative-type tasks which are designed to facilitate the activities of other employees providing direct services. The majority of contacts are with employees in the same or other departments and agencies of the County government, State and Federal agencies, non-profit and private sector organizations. The purpose of the contacts, which normally are of a cooperative nature, but can be difficult, with both parties working toward mutual goals, are for planning, coordinating or resolving program operating problems. An employee in this class utilizes knowledge of program management support and program subject matter principles, techniques, functions, regulations and procedures in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating or carrying out assignments in one or more programs. The employee independently plans and carries out the aspects of program development, implementation and evaluation, and resolves problems and deviations in accordance with policies and program practices. The supervisor provides assistance for unusual situations and reviews methods and approaches used in carrying out the employee's program support activities for conformance to policy and established requirements. The employee adapts standard program practices and procedures to meet situations or cases not fully covered by existing guidelines, and modification of current guides. Decisions involve conditions and factors that must be identified and analyzed to determine relationships with existing criteria. Work output affects the social, physical or emotional well-being of program participants or recipients of services. The work is primarily sedentary, is performed in an office environment and presents no significant hazards. While some employees may direct programs of limited scope and/or supervise other employees, this is atypical of the class.

NOTE:

This position is site-based within a correctional institution. Daily interaction with incarcerated individuals and adherence to strict facility security protocols are required. (

Note:

The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.) Develops recommendations and assessments of alternative programmatic courses of action, as well as program goals, needs, and achievements. Utilizes data collection and analysis techniques to evaluate individual programs; submits oral and written reports to management personnel for their consideration and decision-making. Prepares documentation to obtain State, Federal, and private endowment grant and funding requests. Monitors specific or selected aspects of contracts and makes recommendations on the acceptability of program services; serves as liaison between contractor and user agency by receiving complaints and resolving problems concerning contract performance or compliance with terms. Consults with a variety of individuals, groups, and committees on program planning, coordination, and evaluation responsibilities. Collects, records, and evaluates data and prepares statistical and narrative reports and other documents in support of State and Federally-funded projects and other programs. Develops strategies for complaint resolution in complex issues, analyzes trends/patterns in program areas; and recommends modification in program practices. Functions in a liaison capacity between the department/agency to which assigned and other departments/agencies and public and private concerns. Contributes to the publication of quarterly/annual program reports and information releases. Reviews pending and passed legislation and evaluates for programmatic impact; drafts proposed legislation as required. Develops special programs countywide to ensure content and process will produce desired results. Sets goals for service delivery; formulates and implements policies and procedures for customer service to ensure effective service delivery. Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Considerable knowledge of the program areas related to the department/agency to which the position is assigned. Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of program development, implementation, and evaluation. Considerable knowledge of standard processes involved in procurement and/or contract management. Considerable knowledge of Federal and/or State Grant funding requirements and regulations, as required. Ability to prepare, interpret, and evaluate program proposals and modifications. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people. Ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office, if necessary.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public or business administration or a related field

Experience:

Two (2) or more years of experience in program management or another specialty area directly related to the specific position. Preference will be given to applicants with the following: 1) Experience at an intermediate level with Microsoft Word and Excel 2) Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of program development, implementation, and evaluation. 3) Comfortable working in a multi-custody environment 4) Experience working in a correctional environment. 5) Experience providing reentry services for incarcerated individuals. 6) Experience managing grant budgets, data, and reports. 7) Experience developing programs.