"Program Specialist 2 - WSP"

Program Specialist 2 - WSP

Walla Walla Community College

Salary: $3,643.00 - $4,740.00 Monthly

Job Number: 2026-107I PS2 WSP

Location: Walla Walla, WA

Department: VPI/INSTRUCTION OFFICE

Closing: Continuous

Join our team to help inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services.

Description

Walla Walla Community College is accepting applications to fill the role of Program Specialist 2 position for the WWCC Correction Education program located at the Washington State Penitentiary (WSP) in Walla Walla, Washington.

This position is filled to fulfill a contract awarded to Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (WSBCTC) to operate a correctional education program at WSP in accordance with an interagency agreement with the Department of Corrections. Walla Walla Community College and its employees working in a correctional education program are expected to follow all Department of Corrections (DOC) Policies, IT and other Security requirements, follow DOC Operational Memorandums, and comply with the Superintendent's directions.

At Walla Walla Community College, we inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services. As an organization, we value learning opportunities, a sense of community, diversity, health and humor, excellence, integrity, teamwork, innovation, personal and professional growth, and sustainability.

This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by 3/29/2026 11:59pm PST. See Required Application Materials section

General Responsibilities

This position prioritizes and performs administrative, staff, and faculty support duties. Supervision will be overseen by the Dean or in the Dean's absence, by the on-site Director and Assistant Director.

The Program Specialist 2 for Business Services, performs a variety of complex clerical projects and assignments such as assistance in developing and maintaining the department budgets and resale accounts (including SCP, PELL, and other grants). This position is responsible for accurate accounting and recommendations to the Corrections Education leadership Team on updates or issues with both the corrections education contract budget and the Second Chance Pell and other financial aid funding.

This position prepares clearance forms and memos for visitors and new instructors, resolves problems and responds to inquiries requiring substantive knowledge of office/departmental procedures and policies. It functions as an education representative and resource for education staff, DOC staff and offenders.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to the Dean and Assistant Dean of Corrections Education and other department staff.
• ctcLink Data and Student Records
• Assist with Personnel & Security Practices
• Funds Management
• Contract Administration
• Space, equipment, supplies and property management
• Public Information
• Student Services

Competencies

• Ability to interact with those in custody and/or the public according to expected guidelines; treat people with dignity and respect.

Required Qualifications

• Any combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the applicant with the knowledge and skills to perform the job may be considered by the college.
• Associate's Degree or above and eighteen months of responsible office experience at an advanced level.
• Knowledge of basic administrative procedures, office practices, budget management and tracking, and department policies.

Desirable Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and four (4) years of responsible office experience at the senior clerical level or higher, preferably in an educational or correctional setting.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish

Conditions/Terms of Employment

This classified position is in a bargaining unit for which WPEA Higher Ed is the exclusive representative.

Standard business hours are 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a half-hour lunch break. Incumbent may be expected to occasionally adjust the work schedule to meet business needs. Minimal travel may be required for occasional training.

Required Application Materials

This position is open until filled with priority consideration given to those applicants who submit a complete application by March 29, 2026 at 11:50 PM PST. To qualify for priority consideration, applicants must submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• Online application
• Cover letter (Provide a cover letter detailing your interest in this position. Please describe any professional experience, training, or educational background that makes you an ideal candidate).
• Resume
• List of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references.
• Unofficial transcripts for application purposes (if applicable); official transcripts are required prior to an official start date.