Corrections Investigative Officer 9-P11 (PREA Investigator)
State of Michigan
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Corrections Program Coordinator - VPP
State of Michigan
Corrections - Alger Correctional Facility
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$25.89 - $35.72
per hour
Type
Closes
April 8, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves coordinating and leading programs in a prison to help inmates develop skills, reduce their risk of reoffending, and build better lives through evidence-based methods like counseling and motivational techniques.
A good fit would be someone with a background in social work, psychology, or criminal justice who is passionate about rehabilitation, enjoys working directly with people in challenging environments, and is committed to promoting positive change.
Veterans are especially encouraged to apply, given the agency's strong support for military members.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling, sociology, human services, or related field
- For level 10: One year of professional experience providing services to inmates, parolees, or probationers in a correctional setting (equivalent to Corrections Program Coordinator 9 or similar role)
- Ability to facilitate evidence-based programming, including Violence Prevention Intervention (VPI) and Core Cognitive Intervention (CCI)
- Skills in identifying prisoner risks and needs to reduce recidivism and promote intrinsic change
- Proficiency in Collaborative Case Management and Motivational Interviewing techniques
- Experience incorporating strength-based approaches and holding offenders accountable while fostering pro-social behavior
- Willingness to attend trainings to become a content expert in prisoner skills development programs
Full Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department.
The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.
Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.
Requirements
EducationPossession of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, child development, physical education or recreation, sociology, school social work, social work administration, educational psychology, family relations, human services, or theology.
Experience
Corrections Program Coordinator 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Corrections Program Coordinator 10
One year of professional experience providing services to inmates, parolees, or probationers in a correctional setting equivalent to a Corrections Program Coordinator 9, Prison Counselor 9, or Parole/Probation Officer 9.
Corrections Program Coordinator P11
Two years of professional experience providing services to inmates, parolees, or probationers in a correctional setting, including one year equivalent to a Corrections Program Coordinator 10, Prison Counselor 10, or Parole/Probation Officer 10.
Qualifications
Correction Program Coordinator 9Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major and one year of Department of Corrections' experience.
OR
Education level typically acquired through the completion of high school and one year as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11 or Corrections Shift Supervisor 11; or, two years as a Corrections Field Services Assistant E10, Corrections Medical Unit Officer E10, Corrections Resident Representative E10, Corrections Security Representative E10, Corrections Transportation Officer E10, Resident Unit Officer E10, or Special Alternative Incarceration Officer E10; or, three years as a Corrections Medical Officer E9 or Corrections Officer E9.
Additional Information
The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.
Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services.
All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.
Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)
If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services at 800-788-1766.
New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.
All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
This is a drug and alcohol test-designated position.
Some positions within this classification series may require individuals appointed to maintain Master Trainer certifications in designated evidence-based and prison-based Prisoner Reentry programs.Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/C/CorrectionsProgramCoordinator.pdf
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