Apprenticeship And Work Based Education Coordinator, Operation Policy Analyst 2 (Salem) Hybrid

Initial Posting Date:

06/27/2024

Application Deadline:

07/07/2024

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$6,034 - $8,772

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Apprenticeship and Work Based Education Coordinator, Operation Policy Analyst 2 (Salem) Hybrid

Job Description:

REQ-158952

Apprenticeship and Work Based Education Coordinator, Operation Policy Analyst 2 ( Salem) Hybrid

About the Job:

Your Role:

Your job is to manage adult in custody apprentice and work based education programs throughout the state to prepare those in our custody for a successful reenty as a productive and financially sound member of the community.

You will develop relationships with institution leadership, work programs, instructors, and regulatory agencies to create and manage apprentice programs for adults in custody. The right person for this position has a passion for developing skills in others, a keen eye for law and rule requirements, and strong communication skills to advocate for the program and address concerns.

The work you do will result in a more stable and purposeful life for those who complete the program which greatly reduces their risk or reoffending.

This position manages work based education and Perkins grant funds for vocational programs and trainings. You will need to:

• Be familiar with the trades and have the ability to work across functional unit boundaries to create and maintain apprenticeship and training programs.

• Work with adults in custody and staff to identify program deficiencies and work collaboratively to develop solutions.

• Administer grants - including grant writing, quarterly reports, annual improvement plans, and budget updates.

• Obtain quotes, submit orders, and distribute of items.

• Track and manage professional development related to career technical education providers.

• Provide oversight and guidance for the food handler certification program.

• Review proposed legislation, provide information for legislative reports.

• Respond to request for information regarding programs and individuals.

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work

OR

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification

Requested Skills:

• BOLI rules regarding apprentice and pre-apprentice

• Creating, tracking, and managing budgets

• Adult education

• Career development

• Operating work based education

• Managing program goals and requirements

• Tracking progress and completion of participants

• Creating, reviewing, and updating policies

• Experience in building construction, welding, automotive, cosmetology, and/or paraoptometrics

In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties off all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview.

Working Conditions:

Work in a hybrid environment requiring travel throughout the state as necessary in the completion of work. Regular contact with adults in custody

About the Department:

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance

• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays

• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components

• Optional short and long-term disability

• Term life insurance

• Fully paid retirement program

• Oregon Saving Growth Plan

• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare

• And more

About the Process:

What to Expect:

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.

• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.

• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.

• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.

• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.

• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.

• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Additional Information:

Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility. Please note - if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.

Questions:

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Grant Yoder, Grant.M.Yoder@doc.oregon.gov

Reference Number: 158952

• Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.

• Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours.

• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.