Are you looking for an opportunity to collaborate with organizations, service providers, and other agencies to positively affect the delivery of services for individuals in your community? Do you want to make a lasting impact on a person’s life? Are you looking for flexibility and the ability to work in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) office environment? 
 

The Department of Community Supervision (DCS) provides team members with the opportunity to do just that!
 

DCS is a nationally recognized leader in the field of community supervision. Our innovation and use of technology are what set us apart from other community supervision agencies. We pride ourselves on being the largest law enforcement agency within the state of Georgia, and we have the great responsibility of monitoring, coaching, and providing opportunities for successful outcomes for individuals under parole and probation supervision. At DCS, our motto is “One Officer, One Family, One Community”.
 

Additionally, the DCS Reentry Services Division works to build and maintain a strong capacity of community resources such as housing, employment, healthcare coverage, and other supportive services.  Individuals under supervision are then linked to those services and resources that will help them to be successful in their communities.  
 

DCS offers the most up-to-date and specialized training and provides opportunities for growth within our agency. Our commitment to evidence-based practices is pushed forward by our pursuit of “next practice” innovations that will enable us to continuously improve our contribution to the lives of those we serve.
 

DCS leverages technology to offer employees a flexible schedule and a hybrid work environment. As a State of Georgia employee, you will receive 12 paid holidays per year and accrue annual and sick leave monthly. The DCS employee wellness program allows up to 3 hours per week for physical fitness activities to put our employees on the path to good health.
 

Come join our team!
 

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Community Coordinator participates in the planning, implementation, and case management of individual reentry plans and engages stakeholders, including supervision caseload, their families and significant others, human service agencies, and volunteer and faith-based organizations in the process.

The Community Coordinator facilitates the seamless and successful execution of program goals and initiatives in the local communities; ensures stakeholder knowledge and solicits program support and sponsorship from diverse groups within the community. Serves as a liaison between the local community, support staff, and affiliated agencies to ensure the flawless execution of program logistics and client success.
 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position is currently designated as a hybrid (50% in-office and 50% working in the community to build resource capacity and/or virtual work) position. This position is full-time (40 hours per week), requiring travel within the assigned circuit.  

• Manages assigned caseload by providing intensive case management and facilitating linkages and communication with resource and service providers 

• Builds and maintains relationships with community stakeholders  

• Works in the community to expand capacity with services such as housing, employment, substance abuse, mental health, transportation, etc. 

• Address the risks and needs and build on the identified strengths of each individual.  

• Coordinates and communicates DCS reentry goals and initiatives; facilitates the process of open communication and effective coordination to ensure community input is captured, and expectations for implementation are clearly defined. 

• Coordinates meetings, focus groups, and other local events to ensure effective two-way communication channels are established and maintained at all levels within the community. 

• Educates chiefs and CSOs on reentry services available.  Obtains feedback from CSOs as to their needs and how to improve reentry processes.  Attend staff meetings with respective offices and inform them of upcoming reentry events. 
   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Services Program Consultant 2 (SSP041) or position equivalent.
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications above, also possess three or more of the following: 

Two years or more of experience in program monitoring and compliance; Two years or more of partnering with community and civic groups, community and civic leaders, agency leaders, public officials, and the public to gain support for program initiatives. Two years or more with strategic planning, implementation, community organizing, etc., and two years or more experience working in a human service delivery area. 

Open to internal (DCS employees) and external candidates.
 

Soft Skills 

• Organization

• Communication

• Team Work
   

Disqualifiers for the Position: Non-Sworn Employment Disqualifiers Notification
 

Salary/Benefits 

• Starting salary is $44,998.72
   

Other Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule

• 13 Paid Holidays

• Semi-Monthly Annual/Sick Leave Accrual

• Compensatory Time Accrual

• Work/Life Balance

• Employee Wellness Program

• Insurance Medical/Dental/Vision

• Match Program up to 9% towards 401k Retirement
   

INCENTIVES:

Training and professional development opportunities
 

PLEASE NOTE: This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate has been selected.

The Department of Community Supervision is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other related statuses, protected by applicable state and federal statutes. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application or screening processes by contacting the Office of Human Resources at human.resources@dcs.ga.gov

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you are an individual with a disability and wish to acquire this job announcement in an alternative format, or if you require assistance or other reasonable accommodations in order to participate in the selection process, you may contact the Office of Human Resources at ada.request@dcs.ga.gov