PROGRAM MANAGER - Immigration - The GEO Group

Benefits Information:

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: 

• Three (3) weeks Paid Time Off	• Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching	• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance	• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account	• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount	• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance	• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)	• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance	• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview:

Since inception in 2004, BI Incorporated has operated ISAP for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO). ISAP is an essential part of ERO, providing intensive supervision of individuals in immigration proceedings. The program achieves positive results by combining comprehensive case management with proven supervision technology. In addition, BI maintains an extensive list of community-based partners to provide critical assistance for participants' basic life needs. With consistent positive outcomes, ISAP continues to grow and evolve, serving an ever-increasing number of participants.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field preferred.
• At least two (2) years case management experience with an Alternatives to Detention immigration program is required.
• At least two (2) years supervisory experience in a similar position is preferred.
• At least two (2) years’ experience working with multi-cultural clients.
• Valid driver’s license required and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in order to perform home visits.
• United States citizenship required.
• Ability to receive client’s approval to work on contract required.
• Must live in the US 3 of the last 5 years (military and study abroad included).
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with employees, community contacts, government officials and clients. Ability to interpret and articulate rules, orders, instructions and materials. Ability to compose reports.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and even temperament. Ability to maintain self-control in stressful situations, such as interpersonal confrontations or emergencies. Ability to defuse hostile or unstable situations.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving ability.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others.
• Ability to deal with multicultural contacts with sensitivity.
• Basic knowledge of immigration laws, regulations and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to interpret electronic monitoring messages and daily summary reports.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

BI Incorporated

Responsibilities:

Summary

Responsible for operational and financial oversight of an Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) office in compliance with contractual obligations. Maintains frequent and timely communication with Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/US Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) representative and with community-based organizations. The ISAP Program Manager II is typically responsible for the management of three or more offices or a total of 10 or more employees. 

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages and directs all activity in the planning, development, implementation, monitoring, and supervision of ISAP programs, services and employees.
• Manages all employees assigned to an ISAP office. Management responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensures that programs function in a manner that satisfies contractual obligations. Develops timely and accurate reports on the status of program operations.
• Develops and implements strategies and action plans that will enable the office to achieve its operational and financial objectives.
• Serves as the local point of contact with the DHS/ICE. Maintains frequent and productive liaison with the DHS/ICE, including accurate and timely monthly reports, annual reports and verbal and written notification of emergencies, contingencies or unusual occurrences. Meets with DHS/ICE on a regular basis to provide a management level review, assess program performance and discuss and resolve problems.
• Maintains and documents routine communications with staff, such as staff meetings, to address Program Participants’ service plans and progress, and case specialists’ daily schedules.
• Establishes and maintains frequent and productive communication with key contacts in community-based organizations to assure and maintain community receptivity and support for ISAP.
• Evaluates, identifies and describes contingencies for reducing potential community issues focused on the program, facility locations, general public opposition, or other issues that could mitigate the success of the ISAP.
• Administers Security Plan for a specific office, including daily operations, security contingencies, emergencies and mitigation plans, security of Company and DHS/ICE employees, Participants and the general public. Performs daily security check of the office area. Ensures that all participant records are kept in locked files to maintain confidentiality.
• Implements systems to physically track and supervise all Program Participants.
• Administers the Quality Control Plan, including performance of monthly audits to evaluate program operations for compliance with the Quality Control Plan and contract requirements. Ensures that corrective action plans are implemented in a timely manner when necessary.
• Manages Program Participant violations in conjunction with Intensive Supervision Case Specialist. Oversees preparation of documentation to acquire DHS/ICE direction and action if disciplinary measures are necessary.
• Reviews and approves Program Participants’ service plans to ensure compliance with state requirements and contractual obligations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Privacy and Data Security Responsibilities:

In alignment with our commitment to data privacy and data security, all BI Inc. employees must:

• Understand and adhere to the principles of responsible data handling and protection.
• Comply with privacy laws and regulations relevant to each employee’s position.
• Uphold BI's data privacy and data security policies.
• Undertake role-appropriate data security and data privacy training.
• Exercise due diligence in handling sensitive or private data encountered while performing their duties.
• Ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability per organizational policies, guidelines, and legal requirements.
• Understand that compliance with these responsibilities is critical to BI operations, security, and compliance requirements.

Pay:Pay USD $75,000.00/Yr. to USD $78,440.00/Yr.