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Allegheny County · 3 months ago

Vocational Training Supervisor

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $60K/yr

6+ years exp

Allegheny County is seeking a Vocational Training Supervisor who will provide monitoring, coordination, planning, recommendations, and assistance to the Classification, Education, and Re-Entry departments for both vocational and educational incentive program participation. The role involves ensuring the efficiency of the educational and vocational incentive program while meeting the needs of incarcerated individuals in a timely manner.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Monitors and audits the incentive program to ensure the accurate distribution of incentives for participants in educational and vocational training

Coordinates the screening and placement of incarcerated individuals into various vocational assignments

Advises facility staff on solving problems relating to the incarcerated individuals’ vocational assignments

Collaborates with the Classification Department to help recommend incarcerated individuals for vocational placement

Collaborates with the Education and Re-entry Departments to enroll incarcerated individuals in the incentive program

Receives and audits attendance records for vocational and educational programming

Works directly with the cashier’s office to ensure proper distribution of incentives

Works closely with both educational instructors and vocational instructors to help them understand the incentive program

Ensures those with language barriers and/or hearing impairments have access to interpretation services and placement into educational/vocational services programs

Actively works to resolve complaints from the incarcerated population

Keeps a roster of all program participants

Prepares utilization/monitoring reports and additional data or reports as needed

Performs other related duties as assigned or directed

Qualification

Vocational programs knowledgeCriminal Justice systemMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsData analysisConflict resolutionEffective communicationProblem-solving

Required

A high school diploma AND six (6) years of experience working within criminal justice, psychology, social work, education, or a related field

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must have ACT 33/34 clearance prior to appointment

Candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position

The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment

Knowledge of Correctional Educational and Vocational programs

Knowledge of the general skills requirements within various vocational areas of the jail

Knowledge of the Criminal Justice system

Knowledge of resource engagement

Skill in Microsoft Office, including Excel

Ability to function independently and make informed decisions using sound professional judgment and ethics

Ability to seek creative solutions to enhance, develop, or augment services/programs within the institution

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks in a stressful environment

Ability to demonstrate strong organizational skills

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and various departments within the jail

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and follow written and oral instructions

Ability to negotiate, manage, and resolve conflicts successfully

Ability to analyze and interpret data

Ability to apply solution-focused problem-solving

Ability to manage programs and resources efficiently

Company

Allegheny County

Allegheny County is home to some of the world’s leading businesses and organizations in the fields of advanced manufacturing, information & communications technology, healthcare & life sciences, finance & business services, education & research, and energy & environmental solutions.

Founded in 1788

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees