1/19/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

The Re-Entry Coordinator is a civilian position located at the Land O' Lakes Correction Facility. This position is responsible for identifying and assessing qualifying inmates, and developing a re-entry plan to assist the inmate with a successful reintegration into the community. The Re-Entry Coordinator will develop and maintain collaborations with community agencies and providers and make appropriate referrals for services and treatment.

Utilize appropriate assessment tools to identify inmate risks and needs; submit service referrals on behalf of inmate; conduct post-release correspondence to determine inmate compliance with re-entry plans; maintain documentation for reporting and analysis. Collaborate with criminal justice professionals to provide appropriate referrals/services; approve and facilitate professional visit requests with inmates. Engage inmate population in re-entry planning; establish and maintain working relationships with community providers, including conducting field visits to understand services provided; facilitate classes to address criminogenic needs and risk factors. Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of Issues and emerging trends related to criminal justice, recidivism, re-entry and community resources.
• Knowledge of CCIS/JMS/FMJS.
• Knowledge of geographic locations.
• Knowledge of Human Diversity Awareness.
• Knowledge of Prison Rape Elimination Act.
• Knowledge of various computer software systems.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to plan, organize and bring assignments to completion.
• Ability to work under emotional/physical stress.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to accurately prepare documents, forms, reports, and data.
• Ability to collaborate with Corrections staff and community members.

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to communicate effectively verbal, written, and visual communication. This position is located at the Land O' Lakes Correction Facility.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree and one (1) year experience working with vulnerable populations and/or in corrections. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Ability to type 35 words per minute without error is required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Possession of a valid Florida driver's license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Unescorted CJIS clearance as authorized by FDLE required.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.