Reentry Housing Coordinator

Reentry Housing Coordinator

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $27.88 - $46.69 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Staci Ditzer
Application Deadline 10/8/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Reentry Housing Coordinator serves as a housing subject-matter expert within the Division of Reentry and Rehabilitation responsible for establishing navigating and expanding sustainable housing pathways for individuals transitioning from state facilities or community supervision. Operating under general direction this specialist builds external partnerships across local housing authorities federal grant networks private landlords and non-profit service providers. This role bridges the gap between immediate emergency shelter needs and long-term community stability by integrating housing access with transportation employment healthcare and wrap-around support systems.

Qualifications

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Housing Network & Community Partnership Development: Cultivate and maintain a robust network of housing providers private landlords emergency shelters rapid re-housing initiatives and supportive housing programs across Utah. Act as the Divisions primary liaison to regional Continuums of Care (CoCs) and local housing authorities.

• Individual Navigation & Service Delivery: Evaluate individual housing barriers (e.g. criminal background checks credit history eviction records) and map tailored stabilization plans. Coordinate interconnected wrap-around servicesincluding employment transportation vital identification documents and life skillsto ensure long-term housing retention.

• Pre-Release Planning & Transition Coordination: Collaborate directly with facility discharge planners and probation/parole officers to initiate housing planning 90 days prior to release facilitating direct warm handoffs to community housing upon release.

• Cross-System Communication & Safety Alignment: Serve as the functional bridge between non-profit housing entities and probation/parole supervision staff. Ensure housing plans comply with court-ordered supervision conditions while maintaining client safety and program integrity.

• Program Evaluation & Contract Tracking: Track housing placement timelines retention rates and referral outcomes in the electronic case management database. Evaluate performance for state-funded housing contracts to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Housing Systems Knowledge: Deep understanding of HUD programs Section 8 Housing First models Rapid Re-Housing Permanent Supportive Housing and local Utah housing inventory.

• Holistic Reentry Integration: Understanding of how stable housing intersects with workforce development Medicaid/healthcare navigation substance use recovery and public transportation infrastructure.

• Barrier Identification & Risk Awareness: Knowledge of evidence-based practices trauma-informed care risk-reduction strategies and the unique societal barriers facing justice-involved populations.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to negotiate build trust and maintain strong relationships with private market landlords community non-profits and government agencies.

About the Role

Location
8523 South Redwood Rd
West Jordan Utah 84088
United States
Background Check Required A comprehensive background investigation which may include a polygraph may be required.
Drug Test Required Yes
Schedule Code AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability treatment education and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.

For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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