Job description

Job Summary

HopeWorks’ mission is to guide Memphians in need of a second chance through essential education, counseling and career development programming to establish a relationship with God while building stability, confidence and a hope-filled future.

Conceptualized in 1988, HopeWorks received its 501(c)(3) status in 1998. HopeWorks believes that investment in the individual education and well-being of its students will create Christ-centered communities with strengthened relationships, improved economies and generational impact.

We are Biblically called to support our brothers and sisters in prison. Jesus says Himself in Matthew 25:34-40that when we visit people in prison we are visiting and serving him.

Hope 2 Hire is an exciting program that offers technical job-skills training to inmates within SCDC. Men and women can choose from several career tracks while they are working toward release.

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction using integrative technologies at the Shelby County Division of Corrections (SCDC) for HopeWorks (Memphis).

Minimum Qualifications

***Must be willing to work in a prison environment and have a heart for working with the inmate population***

A Bachelor’s degree in Administrative Professional Technology or related field from an accredited institution or at least five (5) years of experience in a similar setting

Knowledge of general office duties, data entry, and knowledge of technical terminology and procedures. Must have experience and be able to provide instruction in MS Office application software, dress for success, etiquette, and customer service and interpersonal skills.

Applicant must have 40wpm typing ability and be able to work independently.

Applicants must be able to pass a background check for Shelby County Division of Corrections

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate level teaching experience.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and/or experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse staff, and student/inmate population. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and administrative functions.

Pay Rate: TBD

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications forcontractual positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:
A resume, cover letter, and transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Program Outcomes - Students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate skill development in software applications.

2. Perform electronic and routine office procedures.

3. Prepare documents pertinent to an office environment.

4. Explain proper management protocol for office files.

5. Demonstrate use of specialty vocabulary through effective office communication.

6. Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.

HopeWorks is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly oppose discrimination in the workplace. HopeWorks is built upon teamwork and equal opportunity. We are committed to developing and implementing a program of nondiscrimination. We will subscribe to the principles of an equal opportunity employer and will recruit, interview, hire, classify, train, promote, demote, discipline, transfer, terminate, and set rates of pay or other compensation on the basis of merit and qualification without regard to race, creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disabled or veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $12.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No nights

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Memphis, TN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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