State Of Arizona Phoenix , AZ 85002
Posted 2 months ago
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY
Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.
COMMUNITY REENTRY
DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Job Location:
Address:
Education, Programs and Community Reentry (EPCR)
801 S 16th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034
https://corrections.az.gov
Posting Details:
Salary: $110,200.00
Grade: 27
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) Executive Team is seeking a driven leader to join our team as a Community Reentry Deputy Assistant Director for our Education, Programs, and Community Reentry Division. The Community Reentry Deputy Assistant Director administers, coordinates, recommends, and implements programs and systems related to community reentry and community supervision. Assists in overseeing the operations and administration of the Community Supervision section of the Education, Programs and Community Reentry Division. Provides direct supervision and administrative direction to community reentry managers that oversee supervisors, officers and support staff to ensure evidence-based practices are utilized and the department's vision is upheld. Assists in developing, planning and implementing department goals and objectives. Recommends and administers policies and procedures. Reviews and/or recommends legislation for potential impact.
Job Duties:
Provides oversight to all community reentry managers to ensure reentry efforts are current, evidence-based, and in compliance with the Department's vision
Works in conjunction with managers to resource modern efforts to deliver services to inmates and released individuals
Works in conjunction with other divisions to identify, implement and continue efforts to increase the Department's ability to properly assess inmates upon release to develop individualized plans for programming and reentry efforts
Administers and ensures coordination and implementation of risk reduction and cognitive restructuring programs are delivered to inmates and released individuals
Administers and ensures coordination and implementation of quality assurance activities and performs reporting related to risk reduction and reentry programs to ensure program fidelity
Ensures newly hired Community Reentry Officers (CROs) and supervisors are provided with the appropriate training relative to the needs of the position, including case management and risk reduction curriculum
Administers and ensures valid case management techniques and principles are employed effectively by Community Reentry Officers
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
ADCRR policies and procedures
Laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the assignment
Concepts and practices of Community Reentry, supervision and inmate programming
Release assessment processes
Community Reentry budgeting and budget proposals
Skill in:
Verbal and written communications
Coaching and training
Organizational and vision management
Continuous improvement principles and techniques
Research and statistical concepts to comprehend and develop reports and statistical models in conjunction with the Research Department
Project management techniques to organize and/or manage correctional initiatives
Information technology business analysis techniques to develop automated solutions where appropriate
Ability to:
Operate a computer, laptop and associated office software
Evaluate effective programs in the correctional setting
Develop, track and implement projects strategically
Lead and mentor staff
Develop effective management systems and practices
Interpret and enforce state, federal and agency laws, policies and procedures
Selective Preference(s):
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field
Proven experience in corrections, criminal justice, or related field
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively
Proven experience in a community corrections setting
Minimum five(5) years of supervisory experience in corrections, criminal justice and case management
Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Pre-Employment Requirements:
In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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