Program Manager (Veteran Services): Central Administration #01355

Title: Program Manager (Veteran Services): Central Administration #01355

State Role Title: Prog Admin Manager II

Hiring Range: $59,966 - $98,341

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:DOC Headquarters

Agency Website:www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position is a statewide mobile position, applicants can be located anywhere in Virginia. The role will include statewide travel (travel minimal).

The Reentry and Recovery Services Unit is committed to enhancing long lasting public safety through effective evidence-based programs and services. The Unit develops and oversees meaningful opportunities for incarcerated individuals, programs and services to support reentry needs and post release services for those on probation and parole supervision.

To oversee planning, implementation and on-going quality control of institution-wide
approaches to inmate management, specifically related to the incarcerated veteran population, based on the principles of evidence-based practices. To enhance service availability to the incarcerated Veteran Population and Veterans on Probation and Parole Supervision within the VADOC. Enhance and ensure access to Veterans related benefits, housing opportunities, specialized behavioral health services and family reintegration opportunities. To expand collaboration with community stakeholders, state agencies and other partners to increase services to criminal justice involved Veteran population.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of correctional operations and best practices in the field of corrections, including both correctional centers and probation/parole. Solid understanding and experience of military branches and unique cultures associated with each of the seven branches of military service. Considerable experience with policy related to veterans' programs. Ability to collaborate with Veteran Service Organizations to enhance veterans' services while incarcerated and upon release. Considerable experience with veteran-related resources to include public benefit assistance programs, housing, medical services, etc. Demonstrated experience in public speaking and training other professionals. Must be able to serve as a liaison between agency personnel and various community stakeholders. Computer skills, multi-tasking ability, and effective time-management skills are critical. Must have demonstrated skill in developing partnerships between DOC and community service providers. Previous Supervisory experience (supervises one part-time advocate position). Skills to utilize virtual platforms for meetings and trainings.

Additional Considerations

Extensive experience in corrections. Prefer applicant with prior military experience. Working knowledge of evidence-based research and practices for justice-involved veteran population. Working knowledge of reentry programs and services available to inmates.

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.

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: 804-641-9840

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.