Rehabilitative Deputy Chief Executive

Rehabilitative Deputy Chief ExecutiveMontana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through accountability, rehabilitation, and empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you The Director's Office provides critical support to the department's executive team through communications, financial services, legal services, and human resources. The landscape of corrections is constantly evolving, and this team is at the forefront of managing this change on behalf of Montana citizens. The Rehabilitation and Programs Division ensures the physical and mental well-being of inmates, delivers educational and vocational opportunities within prisons, and oversees community facilities dedicated to successfully reintegrating offenders into Montana communities. Also, this division delivers trauma-informed support to victims of offenders in the correctional system. Join the team responsible for building better tomorrows todayThe Rehabilitative & Enterprise Division Deputy Chief assists the Division Chief in providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for the broad portfolio of offender focused services and institutional and community corrections support functions. The Deputy Chief is directly responsible for daily oversight and leadership of the Program Services Bureau, the Education Services Bureau, and the Community Corrections Facilities & Programs Bureau. These three Bureaus focus on advancing DOC's rehabilitative mission through services provided to inmates and residents at all DOC-operated and community-contracted facilities. The position involves overseeing offender education and behavioral programming, case management, and community corrections engagement. Leadership and strategy responsibilities include providing vision for division bureaus and aligning goals with Public Safety and DOC objectives, while fostering a culture of accountability and innovation. Collaboration within the division, other DOC divisions, and stakeholders aims at conceptualizing and operating value-add programs. Additionally, the position supervises, fosters empowerment, and manages a team to achieve DOC's mission. Required skills include trust-building, leadership, communication, and the ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects.The knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in public administration, criminal justice business, education, or related field. Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in corrections, public administration, or related field. Demonstrated experience managing complex programs, multidisciplinary teams, and large budgets. Preferred: Experience with a correctional system environment. Familiarity with Montana state government systems and processes. Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Benefits: Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits. State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.Application Instructions: Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application. To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered. Successful applicants will be subject to: criminal history check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, reference checks.Notices: Prison Rape Elimination Act - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position. Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.