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Higher Education in Prison Field Coordinator
University System of Maryland Office
Adelphi, MD, US
Source: University System of Maryland Office careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $75,000 — $90,000 USD per year
- Employment
- contract
Employer job description
From University System of Maryland Office's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Posting closing date: September 23, 2026
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The University System of Maryland (USM) is seeking a Higher Education in Prison Field Coordinator to support the Office of Academic and Student Affairs (ASA) in the successful implementation of “Aligning Services for Justice-Impacted Students within the University System of Maryland”, USM’s grant from the Ascendum Education Group. This position also supports all other aspects of USM’s prison education efforts.
This is a one-year contract position that is eligible for annual renewal. Funding for the position is tied to the grant, which is currently scheduled to continue through Fall 2029.
Reporting directly to the USM Director of the Higher Education in Prison, the Higher Education in Prison Field Coordinator is primarily responsible for implementing strategies that strengthen educational continuity after release, cultivate a strong and connected community of alumni, and help campuses connect students and alumni with the resources necessary to achieve their goals.