Title:  Deputy Director of Field Services

Overview

This senior leadership position serves as the principal deputy to the Director of Field Services and plays a central role in shaping the strategic direction, operational effectiveness, and long-term vision of the Vermont Department of Corrections' statewide Field Services Division. The position provides oversight and support for community corrections operations, supervising district managers and central office staff, while leading strategic planning, policy development, resource allocation, program innovation, contract administration, and performance evaluation.

As the Director's primary designee, this role exercises broad independent judgment, represents the Department before the Legislature, partner agencies, the media, and other stakeholders, and provides expertise and leadership during both routine operations and critical incidents. The position also requires availability to provide after-hours decision-making and operational support, serving on behalf of the Director during emergencies and other situations requiring executive leadership outside of normal business hours. The Deputy Director also serves on internal and external committees to serve operational and interagency needs.

This role is instrumental in advancing the the Department's mission, ensuring effective statewide operational consistency across twelve field offices and promoting the Agency of Human Services' principles of customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships, and results-oriented practice.

Who May Apply

This position, Deputy Director of Field Services (Job Requisition #55493), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Gary.Marvel@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 in a variety of settings including an office setting, within district field offices, in public meetings, etc. A valid driver's license is necessary for required travel. Duties may entail significant amounts of evening, weekend, and emergency activity. The position may require to be on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week, when serving as the designee for the Director and if assigned primary responsibility for oversite of a region or unit, except when on leave.  Substantial exposure to adversary proceedings and court cases may occur. Although direct contact with supervised individuals is limited, such situations may arise creating a potential for physical assault and injury.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma AND four (4) or more years’ experience in human services or criminal justice, INCLUDING two (2) years or more of experience working with corrections administration.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in criminal justice or a human service-related field.

Special Requirements

Optional to include, if appliable.  An example would be specialized training / certifications that would be required to fulfill job duties.

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, pursuant to 20 V.S.A. 2056c or other applicable statutory authority, requires criminal record checks for all AHS positions, including motor vehicle driving record checks and national record checks where appropriate.

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: 12 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.