Program Manager - Walking The Last Mile

Program Manager

State Job Title: Program Manager (Non-IT) 1

Job Code: SSM011

Pay Grade: M

Salary:  Administrative Policy 100-X, Salary Guidelines, will be used to determine the final salary to be offered.

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is transforming into a forward-thinking, future-focused, and resilient organization — one that anticipates change and leads with purpose. As part of this transformation, we are building a more connected and collaborative organization where information flows quickly, awareness is shared, and teams seamlessly work together.  This modern, adaptive approach strengthens our ability to respond to emerging needs, serve the public more effectively, and create meaningful impact. Join us and be part of GDOL's mission-driven team shaping the future.

The Waking The Last Mile Program Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing programs aimed at supporting individuals transitioning from incarceration to community reintegration. This role involves collaborating with correctional facilities and other facilities as needed, community organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure successful reentry and reduce recidivism rates. The Program Manager provides direct supervision and reentry daily operations to ensure the delivery of services and compliance with program policies/regulations consistent with the Department’s strategic plan.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

·         Program Development and Implementation: Designs and implements reentry programs that address the needs of individuals leaving incarceration, including life skills, job readiness, education, community resources, drug and alcohol support, and mental health support.

·         Operational Management: Monitors program performance and makes data-driven adjustments to improve outcomes, while also collecting and analyzing data to track program outcomes and prepare regular reports.

·         Case Management Oversight: Supervises assessments, individualized service plans, and progress tracking for participants, ensuring tailored support for successful reintegration.

·         Community and Agency Collaboration: Collaborates with correctional facilities and community organizations to create a network of support for program participants and ensure successful reentry.

·         Compliance and Reporting: Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to reentry programs and services, and supervising direct service staff involved in prisoner assessment/service planning and educational programming.

·         Grant Management: Serves as the central point of contact for all grant activities, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and tracking outcomes.

·         Policy and Advocacy: Develops and maintains program policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient program delivery, and facilitating communications between prison instructors and prison administration.

·         Staff Supervision and Training: Manage direct service staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, performance evaluation, and professional development.

·         Communication: Deliver engaging and informative speeches to various audiences regarding the program.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and eight (8) years of professional level experience

OR

• An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job experience, or training that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year over year.

Skills/Abilities:

·         Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

·         Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

·         Ability to work across a diverse population

·         Travel up to 50% of the time is required.

Why You Should Apply?

The Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefits package, which includes:

Pay and Recognition:

·         Semi-monthly pay

·         13 paid holidays

·         10 hours paid Annual and Sick leave each month (15 days/yr.). The amount of annual leave increases after 5 years (12 hrs./month or 18 days/yr.) and 10 years (14 hrs./month or 21 days/yr.) of service.

Insurance/Retirement:

·         Insurance: health, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, and critical illness

·         Health savings and child care spending account

·         Short-term and Long-term disability plans

·         ERS Pension/401(K)/457 Retirement Plans 

Additional Benefits:

·         Legal

·         Employee Assistance Program

·         Student Loan Relief and Assistance

·         Discounts

·         Credit Union

Additional Information

Because of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.

The hiring process may involve one or more of the following: an interview and a written exercise. If there is a need for a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please advise the hiring manager. 

All decisions concerning the employment relationship for qualified applicants will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with the Georgia Department of Labor values and will not be tolerated. Furthermore, such discrimination or harassment may violate federal, state, or local law.

Please complete the application in its entirety. Your attached resume does not replace an incomplete work experience submission.