CORRECTIONS PROGRAM SPECIALIST

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Position Number: 22087181County: Hot SpringPosting End Date: 10/6/2026Anticipated Starting Salary: $52,137.07Location: Ouachita River Unit (ORU) - MalvernThe mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.Position InformationJob Series: Corrections Programs - Career-pathClassification: Corrections Program SpecialistClass Code: SCP10PPay Grade: SGS06Salary Range: $52,137 - $77,163Job SummaryThe Corrections Program Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing correctional programs within the Arkansas Department of Corrections. This role ensures that programs meet the needs of offenders and support their rehabilitation and reintegration into society. The position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and manage correctional programs designed to support offender rehabilitation and reintegrationConduct needs assessments to identify gaps in services and develop appropriate programs to address these needsMonitor and evaluate the effectiveness of correctional programs, making adjustments as needed to improve outcomesCollaborate with facility staff, community organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure program successPrepare and manage program budgets, financial resources, and expendituresProvide training and support to staff involved in the delivery of correctional programsMaintain accurate records and documentation related to program operations and outcomesEnsure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and standardsPrepare reports on program activities, performance, and achievementsPerform other duties as assignedKnowledge and SkillsComprehensive understanding of correctional practices, policies, and proceduresIn-depth knowledge of rehabilitation and reintegration programs for offendersFamiliarity with program development, implementation, and evaluationAbility to analyze and interpret data to assess program effectivenessCompetence in preparing reports and documentationAptitude for maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive informationFamiliarity with state and federal laws and regulations governing correctionsFamiliarity of audit and inspection protocolsMinimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work, or a related fieldTwo years of experience in corrections, program management, or a related fieldLicensure/CertificationsN/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Position Number: 22087181County: Hot SpringPosting End Date: 10/6/2026Anticipated Starting Salary: $52,137.07Location: Ouachita River Unit (ORU) - MalvernThe mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.Position InformationJob Series: Corrections Programs - Career-pathClassification: Corrections Program SpecialistClass Code: SCP10PPay Grade: SGS06Salary Range: $52,137 - $77,163Job SummaryThe Corrections Program Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing correctional programs within the Arkansas Department of Corrections. This role ensures that programs meet the needs of offenders and support their rehabilitation and reintegration into society. The position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and manage correctional programs designed to support offender rehabilitation and reintegrationConduct needs assessments to identify gaps in services and develop appropriate programs to address these needsMonitor and evaluate the effectiveness of correctional programs, making adjustments as needed to improve outcomesCollaborate with facility staff, community organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure program successPrepare and manage program budgets, financial resources, and expendituresProvide training and support to staff involved in the delivery of correctional programsMaintain accurate records and documentation related to program operations and outcomesEnsure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and standardsPrepare reports on program activities, performance, and achievementsPerform other duties as assignedKnowledge and SkillsComprehensive understanding of correctional practices, policies, and proceduresIn-depth knowledge of rehabilitation and reintegration programs for offendersFamiliarity with program development, implementation, and evaluationAbility to analyze and interpret data to assess program effectivenessCompetence in preparing reports and documentationAptitude for maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive informationFamiliarity with state and federal laws and regulations governing correctionsFamiliarity of audit and inspection protocolsMinimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work, or a related fieldTwo years of experience in corrections, program management, or a related fieldLicensure/CertificationsN/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr