Coordinator, Pathways to Freedom
Full Time
Asheville, NC 28801
Posted
Job description
Posting Details
Position Summary Information
Position Title
Coordinator, Pathways to Freedom (Grant Funded through 06/30/2024)
Position Type
Full Time Regular
Annual Schedule
12 months
Expected Work Schedule
Variable
Anticipated Days
Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with occasional overtime
Anticipated Hours per Week
40
Work Location
A-B Tech Main Campus
Job Description Summary
This position is grant funded through 06/30/24.The Coordinator of Pathways to Freedom is responsible for oversight and coordination of A-B Tech higher education in prison (HEP) programming. The coordinator is responsible for college communication and collaboration with the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS), and the correctional facilities within A-B Tech’s service area to plan, implement, and oversee programming. The coordinator works with A-B Tech departments to schedule and staff classes and provide services to students within correctional facilities in the service area. The coordinator serves as A-B Tech’s primary representative to the North Carolina Prison Education Consortium.
Duties
1. Serves as the primary contact for local correctional facilities regarding programming needs and challenges (lock downs, discipline, etc.). Serves as primary contact for A-B Tech regarding higher education in prison programming with NCDPS, NCCCS and local correctional facilities. Serves as the primary representative for A-B Tech on the North Carolina Education Consortium.
2. Collaborates with other higher education providers in the service area to provide programming at facilities in the service area, including UNC-A and Warren Wilson College. Collaborates with the Department of Transitional Studies (adult education), Continuing Education and Curriculum to schedule, staff, conduct and evaluate classes. Collaborates with NCDPS and A-B Tech
departments to schedule and complete required training for faculty and staff providing services in the facilities.
3. Collaborates with A-B Tech offices to provide services to students in the programs, including, but not limited to, admissions, orientation, financial aid, registration, purchase of texts/materials, tutorial assistance, advising, career advising, etc. Schedules, plans and holds recognition events, including academic achievement and graduation. Collaborates with A-B Tech departments to develop budgets and procure materials and equipment needed in the respective programs.
4. Collaborates with NCDPS and other correctional facilities to recruit participants for all North Carolina Correctional facilities.
5. Creates and chairs advisory board(s) for the local programs. Collaborates with other service providers in the service area to provide support services for students during incarceration and throughout the re-entry process. Serves as the College representative on local re-entry councils when appropriate.
6. Seeks and maintains external funding for the program, including federal, state, local, and private funding sources.
7. Ensures that data and reports are submitted to the appropriate entity in a professional and timely manner.
8. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
9. Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)
1. Bachelor’s degree;
2. Three years of full-time or equivalent work experience in education/training;
3. Must possess a valid NC Driver’s license.
2. Three years of full-time or equivalent work experience in education/training;
3. Must possess a valid NC Driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Higher education experience.
2. Experience with prison educational programming.
3. Previous involvement with the justice system.
4. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.
2. Experience with prison educational programming.
3. Previous involvement with the justice system.
4. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Should:
1. Read the following before submitting the Application:
- Application Selection Process
- Technical Support Tips
2. Upload Required Documents:
- When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.
PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT
If selected for hire:
- If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.
- Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.
Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?
A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region’s premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959. With five
locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately 10,000 curriculum students, 14,000 continuing education students, and 1,100 faculty & staff. We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in 55 degrees, 18 diplomas, and 56 certificates. A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college – providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development. If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore
employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!
A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)
A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!
A-B Tech is looking for:
A person who shares our commitment
to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.
Position Summary
Posting Detail Information
Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)
11/29/2022
Start Date
01/09/2023
Keep Open Until Filled
Yes
Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable)
$54,852
Total Compensation
Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.
The total compensation for this position includes an 24.5% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.
The total compensation for this position includes an 24.5% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.
Benefits Summary
Total Compensation: $80,842
- Medical and Pharmacy Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Death Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Supplemental Policies
- Professional Liability
- Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
- Sick Leave of 12 days per year
- Holiday Leave
- All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
- Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement Plan
- State Employees Credit Union membership
- Employee Assistance Network
- Annual Flex Benefit
- Alternative Work Schedules
Questions
A-B Tech’s Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the
Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home’s life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at
hr@abtech.edu.
We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!
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