Title:  Director of Field Services

Overview

The Vermont Department Of Corrections is looking for a Field Services Division Director, who will be responsible for strategic planning, coordinating, monitoring, policy development, operational management, and evaluation at a professional level leading and managing the supervision of the state-wide probation and parole field services division. Primary function is the supervision over area district managers, field operations managers, and victim services unit, along with the management and coordination of operational practices and services within the field offices.  

 

Responsible for budget management, resource allocation, local contract management, program enhancement development, equipment purchase, and providing program oversight. Coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the Electronic Monitoring program by integrating legislative intent with Department practice, managing vendor contracts, and providing legislative reports.  Duties are performed under the general direction of the departments Chief of Operations, but with opportunity and need for individual judgment and discretion on both a regular and emergency basis. This position deals directly with representatives of the legislature, media, and other public and private organizations in making presentations and representing the positions of the Department of Corrections. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships, and results orientation.

 

Duties are performed primarily in an office setting, but travel to Departmental and public meetings may result in a need for a private means of transportation. Some evening and weekend work will be required. Pressure of deadlines, need for program revisions, interaction with staff who may promote different concepts and objectives, and the need to address the media regarding controversial issues are often aspects of this role.

Who May Apply

This position, Director of Field Services (Job Requisition #49996), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Alan.Cormier@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 in an office setting, but travel to Departmental and public meetings may result in a need for a private means of transportation. Some evening and weekend work will be required. Pressure of deadlines, need for program revisions, interaction with staff who may promote different concepts and objectives, and the need to address the media regarding controversial issues are often aspects of this role.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma AND six (6)years or more experience in human services or criminal justice, INCLUDING two (2) years or more of experience working with corrections administration and/or corrections clients AND two (2) years or more of supervisory or management duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree or higher, preferable in criminal justice or a human services 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
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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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.