Director, Prison Education Programs

Job overview

The Director, Prison Education Programs role is onsite in Pueblo, CO, with an annual salary of $72,000, potentially up to 5% higher based on relevant experience, education, and certifications. The position is based at Pueblo Community College’s Orman Campus and supports its Corporate College. The director manages education programs delivered at Colorado Department of Corrections facilities, coordinating college and corrections staff, instructors, students, and program logistics. The role helps provide accredited, Pell-eligible education and training pathways that support justice-involved individuals’ transitions toward employment.

What you'll do

• Manage contract scope for mini-certificate and customized training programs
• coordinate instructors, mobile learning labs, and facility logistics
• serve as liaison between college and corrections staff
• develop program opportunities and employment pathways
• support billing, accreditation, recruitment, financial aid, student registration, and transitions
• direct program staff
• coordinate instructor hiring, onboarding, training, and access requirements
• maintain records and reporting
• travel to correctional facilities and other locations as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director

prison education programs

pueblo co

pueblo community college

corporate college

justice-involved education

corrections liaison

program administration

instructor coordination

student support

$72,000/year

travel required

bachelor’s degree

infrequent weekend/evening hours

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Annual salary of $72,000, potentially up to 5% higher; bachelor’s degree required; infrequent weekend and evening hours; travel to Colorado locations and conferences.

About the employer

Colorado Community College System Career Site is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.