The Correctional Trainer (Spring 2021)

Michael Jones

Michael A. Jones, MA

Association Services Manager

International Association of Correctional Training Personnel (IACTP)

Lexington, Kentucky

Michael has worked with IACTP since 2017. In addition, he provides organizational management and planning services for other non-profit organizations. He has managed grants and contracts with cumulative totals in excess of $10 million for agencies and non-profit organizations supporting human service professionals in child welfare, juvenile justice, corrections, mental health, and at-risk education. He has coordinated more than 100 state and national events, including conferences, trainings, satellite broadcasts, and webinars. 

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He is a recipient of the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Education, Arts and Humanities Service Award and the National Partnership for Juvenile Services’ James Gould Award for Leadership and Vision. 

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He received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Centre College in Danville, Kentucky and his Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Eastern Kentucky University.