Hoosier Initiative for Re-Entry (HIRE) Coordinator Region 3
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Posted on:
13-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state offering a range of opportunities across 60 agencies. At the state youll find competitive compensation a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About Indiana Department of Correction (DOC):
We promote public safety by providing meaningful effective opportunities for successful re-entry. As the model of best correctional practices we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability integrity and professionalism.
Role Overview:
In this role as a Regional HIRE Coordinator within the IDOC Hoosier Initiative for Re-Entry (HIRE) program you will be assigned a region within the state and will be responsible to provide workforce readiness services to IDOC clients housed within correctional facilities and parolees supervised by IDOC Parole Districts within that region. You will also be responsible for employer engagement within an assigned region. Duties include outreach activities to identify channel partners and stakeholders development and facilitation of program materials development of strategies to market program initiatives conducting outreach activities to develop and solidify relationships with prospective partners and community leaders and advocate for institutional change in employer attitudes toward the hiring of ex-clients. You will also reinforce partnerships with Parole districts to assist with securing post-release employment.
This region covers the following Indiana counties: Lagrange Steuben Noble Dekalb Whitley Allen Huntington Wells and Adams
This region covers the following Parole Districts/Correctional Facilities: Parole District 2 Chain O Lakes Reentry Center
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Monitor key performance indicators to ensure program effectiveness.
- Assist in developing updating and monitoring all policies and procedures related to the program area.
- Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
- Act as technical consultant to stakeholders to clarify and interpret policies and procedures.
- Prepare and disseminate monthly and annual program reports.
- Review the budget and program assets are allocated appropriately.
- Monitor compliance and make recommendations to the program to increase efficiencies.
- Prepare training materials and train agency employees on program requirements and usage.
- Deliver communication plans and communications.
- Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What Youll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- a Bachelors Degree and 1 year of experience or
- an Associates Degree and 3 years of experience or
- at least 5 years of experience applying the below outlined knowledge skills and abilities in a similar role.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
- Working knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
- Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
- Basic knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
- Ability to implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation personal and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parkingfor most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learningaccess
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting selecting developing and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at .
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Databases
- Computer Hardware
- Typing
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Office Experience
- 10 Key Calculator
- Microsoft Excel
- Order Entry
- Word Processing
About Company
The Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) is responsible for adult and juvenile inmates held in more than 30 facilities. IDOC's facilities include minimum- and maximum-security prisons, camps, and work-release centers. The department's PEN Products program partners with private indu ... View more
