Corrections Education Specialist II

Pay Grade 14 | Salary: $69,137.28 annually | Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK Hiring Agency: Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections | Location: 3000 Ash Ave, Pewee Valley, KY 40056 USA Overview At the Kentucky Department of Corrections, the Division of Education plays a crucial role supporting the department and the reentry of offenders back into the community. The mission of the Division of Education is to prepare every offender through the advancement of academic achievement and work‑ready skills for successful reentry. As education corrections professionals, it is our job to assist in the rehabilitation and reentry of offenders by working within the department, with community partners, and state agencies to increase community safety and reduce recidivism rates. The corrections education specialist will provide direct instruction in general education content areas (i.e., math, reading, science, social studies), and support in planning, facilitating, and coordinating educational opportunities to offenders within the correctional environment. Responsibilities Provides targeted instruction (classroom and performance based) to students and adult inmates in a correctional setting, which includes promoting education during inmate orientation and to the general population. Maintains order and discipline in the classroom. Develops lesson plans on educational topics within assigned correctional facility. Submits all transcripts and documents to the appropriate agencies for review and approval. Advises students as needed and assesses their attainment using reliable criteria. Maintains federal and state reports regarding student assessment and progress. Makes appropriate referrals when needed. Coordinates special programs regarding educational needs and assessments within the department. Enters daily attendance into the Kentucky Offender Management System (KOMS) and student information into the KY Adult Education Reporting System (KAERS). Maintains an accurate and complete inventory of all classroom equipment, tools, computers, and toxic‑caustic supplies used within the classroom, and is responsible for monitoring student use of these items. Participates in professional development activities to improve teaching skills. Attends necessary educational staff meetings and is actively involved in continuing career development. Provides guidance and assistance to Corrections Education Specialist I’s and other staff. Performs other assigned duties as assigned. Ideal Candidate Strong verbal and written communication skills Organization skills Technology skills Displayed ability to complete work related activities in a professional manner Multitasking skills Ability to plan Attention to detail Critical thinking skills Ability to analyze data to forecast positive outcomes Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment Ability to adapt to the ever‑changing needs of the department, division, and facility Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of a college or university with a Master's Degree in education (academic or vocational). Experience, Training, or Skills: NONE Substitute Education for Experience: NONE Substitute Experience for Education: NONE Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.): NONE Working Conditions: Work is typically performed in an office setting within a correctional institution. Probationary Period: This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Kentucky