See the section "To Apply" below for full application details.

Summary:

The Registrar is responsible for the maintenance of student records, processing of enrollment, transfers, and withdrawals from classes at their assigned correctional facility. The Registrar works independently in the performance of all functions necessary to maintain an efficient and organized office in a professional and confidential manner. They are responsible for advising inmates on appropriate academic/vocational programs based upon educational and occupational interests and experience. This position will also administer appropriate educational and vocational assessment instruments and apply results to place students in class work. Supervisory duties may be temporarily assigned. The position receives compensation competitive to public school educators, retirement plan through the Educational Retirement Board, medical, vision, dental, personal leave and sick leave. Applicants who have lived experience with the criminal justice system will be considered.

Location: NM State Correctional Facility, Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility, Las Cruces, NM

Salary: Competitive, based on education and experience $40,000–53,000 per annum

Schedule: Variable eight hours per day scheduled at discretion of Reentry Division

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required. A Bachelor's Degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university is preferred. Two (2) years of professional level secretarial or related office experience, preferably in an educational setting is required. These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position: High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of experience; Associate's Bachelor's, Master’s and/or PhD degree AND 0 years of experience.

Essential Duties

• Knowledge of all programming offered within Reentry Division
• Basic understanding of teaching methodology
• Knowledge of current educational, career technical and career exploratory software and assessments.
• Ensures that all Education Bureau and outside agency educational documentation involving registration is processed according to guidelines.
• Serves as the liaison between instructors and the Programs Manager for inmate good time and lump sum recommendations.
• Communicates any concerns to the Programs Manager regarding programming, safety or personnel.
• Coordinate intradepartmental file transfers.
• Ability to keep records and follow-up on student activities and accomplishments.
• Ability to work individually with inmate students having learning or behavioral problems.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to write reports and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow and understand directives, policies and procedures explicitly and willingly.
• Ability to communicate and exchange ideas with fellow staff members.
• Ability to discuss progress or need for improvement with inmate students.
• Ability to make suggestions for curriculum improvement.
• Ability to work in Word, Access, Outlook, Excel.
• Ability to organize orientation and registration of student.
• Ability to supervise and direct inmate peer educators.
• Ability to advise students of widely varying levels of interest and achievement.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline necessary in a learning situation.
• Ability to review educational files for special learning indicators and refer to the special education teacher.
• Follows all federal and state laws and regulations, Corrections Department rules, judicial decisions, and Reentry Division and Education Department policies.
• Performs other duties as required.
• NMCD retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Employment Requirements:

• This position is designated as safety sensitive.
• Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S and have reached the age of majority.
• Willingness to work under potentially dangerous circumstances in a correctional facility and maintain strict fidelity to security protocols.

Work Environment: Work is performed in an office and classroom setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer usage. Work is done inside the perimeter of an adult prison, includes daily contact with and supervision of inmates, and is potentially a very dangerous environment. Some travel may be required.

To Apply: To be considered, please attach both a resume and a cover letter. The cover letter should detail the applicant’s interest in working in correctional education and how their work history and experience supports their interest.

Agency Contact: Robert Madrid, (505) 629-3389

Other Information: This position will close at end of business on Friday, September 16, 2022. All employees with the State of New Mexico are required to provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a COVID-19 viral test every week.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location

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