Agency
Adult Correction
Division
COO - Rehabilitation , ReEntry
Job Classification Title
Education Program Consultant II (NS)
Position Number
60077149
Grade
NC18
About Us
The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!
Description of Work
The Education Program Consultant II provides statewide leadership, consultation, and technical assistance to support the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of educational programming within the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction. This position serves as a resource to prison education staff, central office personnel, community colleges, and other postsecondary and community partners to ensure high-quality educational services that improve instruction and student learning.
This position analyzes program, instructional, and performance data to identify strengths, address areas for improvement, and recommend strategies that support both agency goals and educational outcomes. Responsibilities include coordinating educational initiatives, ensuring consistent and accurate implementation of programs, supporting instructional best practices, evaluating the effectiveness of educational programs, providing strategic leadership in the field, data collection, analysis, and reporting, and collaborating with other sections and organizations to create transitional education and career pathways.
The Education Program Consultant II develops and delivers professional development for education staff and partners on instructional practices, educational technology, library services, and program requirements.
This role collaborates extensively with prison leadership, education staff, community colleges, postsecondary institutions, and other stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, facilitate communication, coordinate resources, support the field, and ensure compliance with applicable policies and strategic priorities.
The Education Consultant II also assists in the development, revision, and implementation of education policies and practices that promote continuous program improvement, academic achievement, career readiness, and successful educational outcomes for incarcerated learners. This position represents the Education and Programs section and the NC Department of Adult Correction.
This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, and promoting educational and career pathways that enable incarcerated learners to earn postsecondary degrees and industry-recognized credentials aligned with workforce needs. These pathways support transitions to apprenticeships, work release opportunities, and post-incarceration employment, advancing NCDAC’s strategic goals as outlined in the Reentry 2030 Strategic Plan. This position may also be responsible for working on and/or writing related reports.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required . Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
- NC licensure as a public-school educator, preferably with a Master’s of School Administration
- Experience providing leadership, consultation, or technical assistance for educational programs in a K–12, adult education, postsecondary, correctional education, or another comparable educational environment.
- Experience analyzing and using program, instructional, or performance data to evaluate effectiveness and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience developing and delivering professional development or training for educators, administrators, or other professional staff.
- Experience coordinating projects or statewide initiatives that require organization, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Thorough knowledge of instructional methods and techniques, educational planning and research administration and other aspects of education as it relates to the educational services of the work section and the subject matter assignment within the position's area of concentration.
- Ability to coordinate effective working arrangements with committee and work associates, educational administrators, parent-teacher and other organizations, and the general public; and provide leadership in the interpretation, in oral and written form, of complex laws, rules, regulations, and policies to a full-range of contacts.
- Ability to effectively convey ideas, in oral or written form, to federal, state, and local educational agency personnel.
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date
This position is not eligible for telework in the first year. Travel throughout the state is required up to 60% of the time. Overnight travel is required at times as well. A current and active driver’s license is required.
The Rehabilitation and Reentry Division oversees services, programs, and community partnerships aimed at helping individuals reintegrate into their community's following incarceration. Staff members work with people who are incarcerated, probationers, post-release supervisees , and parolees. This division collaborates with prison and supervision staff to create individualized reentry plans, coordinate services, and deliver evidence-based programs to improve outcomes and reduce recidivism.
NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:
If multiple applications are submitted , only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.
Education Equivalency Verification
The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .
Veterans’ and National Guard Preference
Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Master's degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of specifically related experience in public education
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement
T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Lisa Warren Byrd
Email:
[email protected]
