Principal - CorrectionsSouth Portland , Maine , United States | Department of Corrections | Full-time Apply by: Aug. 5, 2024 Apply with Linkedin ApplyPrincipal – Corrections - Long Creek Youth Development Center Code: 3058 Pay Grade: 27 $69,388.80 to $114,712.00 Annually Rate includes 10% stipend and $.60 per hour institutional stipend Open: July 22, 2024 Close: August 5, 2024 CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION A unique job for a unique educator! Maine Department of Corrections is seeking a Principal for the A.R. Gould School located within the Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, Maine. This role oversees, directs and coordinated the academic instruction, vocational instruction, and library programs at Maine’s only secure juvenile facility serving both detained and committed youth. Responsibilities include developing and implementing education program goals and objectives in order to provide educational benefits to residents. Supervision is exercised over a large professional staff. Work is performed under administrative direction. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Assigning work and providing guidance to teachers about educational objectives, curriculum, expectations, and performance standards in order to help them design individualized educational program. Reviewing and evaluating program performance and effectiveness and resident outcomes in order to ensure educational standards, policies, and guidelines are met. Assigning work and providing guidance to teachers about educational objectives, curriculum, expectations, and performance standards in order to help them design individualized educational programs. Hiring and supervising a large staff of educators to ensure compliance with educationsal standards. Implementing and complying with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety. Must have previous IEP writing and implementing experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLs, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of applicable Maine and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of educational administration. Knowledge of teaching methods and practices. Ability to supervise subordinate personnel. Ability to supervise a large professional staff. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to write clearly and effectively. Ability to develop program goals and objectives. Ability to evaluate programs. Ability to use applicable computer programs. Ability to write and submit grants to fund educational programs and manage contracts for supplemental education services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current valid Principal’s Certificate as issued by the Maine Department of Education. LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class). Current valid Principal’s Certificate as issued by the Maine Department of Education. ABOUT THE MAINE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS: The Maine Department of Corrections is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training. We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players, with a professional attitude and well-developed integrity and ethics, to join us in this mission. BENEFITS: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28 - $12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes a percentage of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/SavingforRetirement) through payroll deductions.
Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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