Job Posting Title Reentry Coordinator Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Program Services Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation $55,098.72 Job Description Basic Purpose: Positions in this job are assigned responsibilities related to facilitating reentry services for offenders discharged from incarceration by the department. Typical Functions: Coordinates reentry resources for returning citizens nearing release from incarceration. Assists returning citizens with resources for housing, employment, educational/skill development, health/medical and other necessary social networks, and living skills necessary to function within a community. Assists with reentry resources and needs of specialized offender populations such as, but not limited to veterans, aged, mental, physical disabled, sex offenders, etc. Collaborates with other state and local entities in various locations. Cultivates partnerships with public, private, non-profit and volunteer entities to expand reentry services for justice-involved individuals. May facilitate programmatic group sessions or reentry-based training or reentry resource fairs. Acts as a liaison with community resources and other agency staff. May prepare reports and maintain statistical information regarding reentry activities and resources. Assists case management staff with development and locating of reentry services for the purposes of completing individual transition plans. Level Descriptor: At this level employees are assigned responsibilities involving the direction or management of a major program, division, unit or function which is of moderate size and scope or perform professional level work involving program supervision, development, coordination, or implementation with responsibility for a major phase of a program which is large in size and scope. Responsibilities may include serving as an operating program manager assigned administrative, staff, or program responsibilities, performing functions in the areas of program management and development, providing guidance for operations and services, performing program planning, development and evaluation activities, and organizing and coordinating program services and activities. Incumbents will be expected to perform assigned duties at all levels of complexity and will provide guidance, supervision and training to assigned staff. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies: Knowledge of case assessment methods, principles and techniques; team development, group dynamics and strength-based planning. Ability to exercise time management in evaluating reentry situations; exercise good judgment in making decisions; present ideas and facts effectively and accurately; establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external entities; work cooperatively and effectively with others in a team situation; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Education and Experience: A bachelors degree in psychology, sociology, social work, criminology, counseling, education, criminal justice administration, or related field; and four (4) years of professional level correctional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements: Extensive travel may be required. Additional Job Description: Program Services/Administration Office This is not a remote position. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here. Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.
