Prison Education Specialist

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between Sinclair Community College and the London Correctional Institution administration, warden, and educational staff
• Assess instructional needs and collaborate with SCC department chairs to develop and implement certificate programs for incarcerated learners
• Orient instructional faculty to teaching within a correctional setting and the diverse needs of incarcerated adult learners
• Oversee support services including placement testing, academic advising, registration, textbooks, and tutoring
• Supervise the assistant coordinator in managing day-to-day operational activities
• Ensure compliance with all policies and regulations of the London Correctional Institution, the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (DRC), and SCC
• Manage facilities and equipment related to program delivery to ensure security protocols are strictly followed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in a correctional, law enforcement, or higher education setting
• Proven ability to exercise leadership and develop educational programs in complex environments
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice system
• Strong professional oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse constituents, including faculty, administrators, and incarcerated individuals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn college-related databases
• Ability to pass a DRC background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Previous experience in a supervisory role or an educational setting

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employee (3 credit hours per semester)
• Opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development and education
• OPERS pension participation with 14% employer contribution
• 14 days of annually observed company holidays (paid for regularly scheduled hours)

About the Company

Sinclair Community College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational programs and opportunities for advancement. Through our Advanced Job Training department, we strive to create impactful learning environments that serve diverse populations and support community growth.