Title:  Interim Recreation Services Coordinator

Overview

The Vermont Department of Corrections is looking for an Interim Recreation Services Coordinator to work at Northeast Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury.  

 

As the Rec Services coordinator, you'll:

• Develop and deliver leisure programs for the incarcerated individuals
• Help in developing the budget for recreation services
• Be an active participant on the Recreation Fund Committee
• Be Responsible for handing out commissary and getting the appropriate documentation signed
• Be Responsible for basic tablet issuance and questions/concerns
• Issue, control and inventory supplies and equipment
• Process rec related request forms
• Hire certain incarcerated individuals for positions such as facility barbers or unit rec representatives
• Process incarcerated individual payroll as appropriate
• Assist education services with overseeing the incarcerated individual library
• Direct supervision of barber services
• Provide facility reports as appropriate
• Oversee the cleanliness of the gym and associated equipment
   

This interim job is a full time position, Monday through Friday from 8a-4p, with holidays off.  You will perform other duties directed by superiors.

Who May Apply

This position, Interim Recreation Services Coordinator (Job Requisition #53257), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Christopher.Briere@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily within an institutional setting. Incumbents must possess considerable interpersonal human relations skills, including patience, understanding, and humor, to deal effectively with the institution’s inmate population and other staff members. Emotional and mental stability is required. 
Significant interaction with inmates is required.

There are constant risks of assault by incarcerated individuals

Threats of grievance/Lawsuits/Litigation due to the rec fund, property issues, directive and property compliance

Mental Stress

Emotional Stress

Tension

Weather/outdoor related hazards are possible and likely

Exposure to Biohazard/Covid Related Illnesses

Cuts/Falls 

Exposure to cleaning and other chemicals 

Minimum Qualifications

High School degree/equivalent or higher and one (1) or more years of experience working in physical education, or a recreation program or comparable program/organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree or higher in physical education, recreation services or a related field.

Experience working in a correctional or similar institution

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Certification Requirements:
Non-Lethal Use of Force
Fire Safety
Suicide Prevention 
Advanced Communication Techniques
CPR and First Aid

DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information.  Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.  By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete.  The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

 

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.  You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here.  Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.