Navigator - Correctional Education (ADM3179)

This position is located in Hutchinson. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Essential Functions –

As an on-site navigator, work collaboratively with representatives of Hutchinson Correctional Facility (HCF) and the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) promoting seamless transition between levels of educational programming.

Conduct education and career assessments and record results.

Develop Education and Employment Plans utilizing assessment results and correctional student input.

Conduct records/transcript requests to confirm GED or High School Diploma attainment and gather information to support programming.

Provide Case Management services for existing students to promote education program completion aligning with the Education and Employment Plan.

Assist with HutchCC admission paperwork, program entry requirements, FAFSA application, scholarship applications, other payment plans, etc.

Serve as liaison between correctional students and HutchCC departments, such as Financial Aid, Admissions, Records, etc.

Keep accurate and up to date files, logs, and data on each correctional student.

Work with educational program providers, Instructors, Administrators, and KDOC departments (i.e. Re-Entry, Mental Health, etc.) to ensure the needs of the correctional students are met and any barriers to education are resolved.

Attend staff development activities as assigned. 

Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully perform the responsibilities of the position.

Comply with HutchCC policies, practices, and procedures.

Secondary –

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.

Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.

Maintain professional relationships with families.

Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.

Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Correctional Education Outreach Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Kansas driver’s license.

Display positive behavior and outlook.

Demonstrate understanding of issues affecting incarcerated individuals.

Demonstrate ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Excellent communication skills.

Physical requirements include but are not limited to: manual dexterity to operate office equipment; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations; understand words and respond effectively and appropriately; visual acuity to view a computer terminal; lifting up to 20 pounds; sit/stand for long periods of time; work in a loud/stressful environment; ability to drive in varying weather conditions; being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases; being exposed to hazardous materials; additional physical requirements specific to job duty.

Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.

Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

Preferred:

Knowledge of and/or experience with GED and postsecondary education.

Previous work in a correctional facility/environment.

SALARY, HOURS and STATUS: 

The salary is commensurate with qualifications as determined by HutchCC administration.  This full-time administrative staff position is 12 months annual, benefit eligible, at-will, and exempt.

APPLICATION:  Emergency Status

The selected candidate will be required to submit official, non-issued to student, transcripts