Activities Coordinator, Corrections Recreation Specialist 2 (Salem)
state of oregon usaSalem, OH
Activities Coordinator, Corrections Recreation Specialist 2 (Salem)
L5
state of oregon usaSalem, OHtoday
Occupations
Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingRecreation WorkersSocial and Community Service ManagersIndustries
Correctional InstitutionsAll Other Amusement and Recreation IndustriesOther Justice, Public Order, and Safety ActivitiesOverview:
As Activities Coordinator at Santiam Correctional Institution, you will plan and oversee adult in custody activities, from large events to educational programs, ensuring safe, engaging, and compliant recreational opportunities. You will liaise with activity clubs, manage budgets with Central Trust, and support the institution's mission through structured programming. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to boost participation and impact while maintaining security and safety. This role offers meaningful scope to shape programming in a correctional setting and drive positive outcomes for inmates and staff. Compensation / Benefits Family health, vision, and dental insurance Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays 21 days paid military leave (national guard/reserve) Disability insurance options Fully paid retirement program Oregon Saving Growth Plan
Responsibilities:
Oversee, coordinate, and expand adult in custody activities (visitation, events, tournaments, classes, small-group learning, skill-building) Serve as liaison to AIC activity clubs and groups to foster engagement Promote safe, secure recreational activities through education and hazard mitigation Coordinate event expenditures and club purchases with Central Trust and SCI management per DOC policies Plan and execute tasks with limited supervision in alignment with institutional goals
Key requirements:
Three years' experience developing and implementing recreational programs OR a Bachelor's degree in a related field Experience planning and coordinating large-scale events and activities Experience developing and administering programs to meet participant needs and objectives Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse populations Leadership, supervision, and staff/volunteer guidance experience Budget management and financial recordkeeping with policy compliance Ability to interpret policies and ensure regulatory compliance in activities Problem solving and independent judgment to manage multiple assignments Communication Interpersonal skills Leadership Budget management Policy compliance and administrative oversight Risk management and safety procedures
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Level
SeniorL5
Location
Salem, OH
Occupation
Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling
Industry
Correctional Institutions
Posted
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