Health Services American Correctional Association (ACA) Coordinator: #DOIW0135

Title: Health Services American Correctional Association (ACA) Coordinator: #DOIW0135

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $28.83 - $47.28

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:DOC Headquarters

Agency Website:https://vadoc.virginia.gov/job-opportunities/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Provide guidance for a statewide electronic audit system and/or paper audit files to aid DOC units and administration in preparation for audits such as ACA and Community Residential Programs contract with the Virginia Department of Corrections. Maintain current audit standards and documentation and provide training and technical assistance to DOC operating units preparing for electronic and paper file audits. Prior to ACA and Community Residential Program audits, conduct a comprehensive onsite assessment of facility/program operations by observing actual practices and reviewing samplings of necessary documentation. Provide technical assistance to ensure actual practices are in accordance with written procedures, ACA standards, and Community Residential Program standards to include life, health, and safety. Further, conduct unannounced inspections of state correctional facilities, CCAPs, probation & parole district offices, and community residential programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of information technology systems, audit standards and protocols, and DOC operating procedures. Good interpersonal oral and written skills. Knowledge of criminal justice systems and Virginia DOC correctional policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Ability to work as a team player.

Additional Considerations

College or university degree, or equivalent experience and training.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-385-1123

Email: Applications submitted via email will not be accepted

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.