PC I- Pre-Release Instructor

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

Position: Program Consultant I – Pre-Release Instructor Job Opening ID: 222512 Direct Link: https://jobs.sok.ks.gov/psp/sokhrprdcg/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=222512&PostingSeq=1 Job Posting closes: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Midnight Required documents uploaded by: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Midnight Agency Information: Winfield Correctional Facility www.doc.ks.gov/facilities/wcf

About the Position:

Who can apply: External and Internal Candidates that meet the minimum requirements Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: Day, Mon-Fri Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Search Keywords: KDOC, WCF, Winfield, Corrections, Re-Entry, Programs, Pre-Release, Mentor

Compensation:

Hourly Pay Range: $19.35 Starting Wage

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Center
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This position is an educator in the Reentry Department, instructing residents in the various modules of Reentry program curriculums, which includes, but is not limited to life skills; workforce development; cognitive thinking, personal finance, associate/family relations; etc.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides classroom instruction and activities to high-risk residents enrolled in the Reentry programs. Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices in corrections and demonstrates proficiency while following the approved curriculum that incorporates cognitive interventions and activities in the day-to-day contact with residents.
• Assists residents with basic computer skills, employment interest assessments, resume writing and information regarding employment opportunities and community resources.
• Monitors resident behaviors and interactions in the classroom setting. Accountable for resident attendance in scheduled classes, projects, and activities; enforces policies and procedures/rules and regulations, utilizes incentives and sanctions, provides re-direction and/or corrective action to resident(s) as necessary to maintain appropriate security posture.
• Assist the resident population with resolving detainers.
• May be assigned as a daily/weekly building inspector for health and safety in Birch Building; supervision of resident porter(s) as assigned, complete pending LSCMI; other duties or special projects as assigned by the Case Management and Reentry Administrator, Programs Coordinator, Classification Administrator, or higher authority.
• View the full Position Description by contacting the Recruiter listed below.

Qualifications:

Licensing & Certification:

• Valid Driver’s License

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six months of experience in planning, implementing, and monitoring activities relevant to the agency’s programs.

Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor's degree with major coursework in criminal justice, the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences OR four years of years of experience in the field of adult or juvenile corrections or case management in social services.
• An associates degree with major coursework in criminal justice, the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences and two years of experience in the field of adult or juvenile corrections or case management in social services.
• Experience working with residents or other at-risk population.
• Experience as a trainer/presenter.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

• Take and pass a Drug Screening Test, Medical Screening, and TB Screening

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Leslie Aldridge, Human Resources Professional
• Email: Leslie.Aldridge@ks.gov
• Phone: 620/705-6020
• Mailing Address: 1806 Pinecrest Circle, Winfield, KS 67156

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page:

• Tax Clearance Certificate
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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