Community Correctional Officer

State of Vermont • Saint Albans, VT

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About The Position

Community Correctional Officers provide supervision, rehabilitation, and support services to offenders under the supervision of the Probation and Parole Division of the Vermont Department of Corrections. They utilize both risk control and risk management services as part of a supervision team of high-risk offender. Work is performed in accordance with correctional policies, directives, and procedures under the supervision of an administrative superior.

The applicant must have a strong understanding of ethics and boundaries and:

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.

Requirements

• The ability to communicate and be able to work in a team setting
• Excellent writing/strong computer skills
• Good time management, and observation/organizational skills
• Be detail oriented.
• Have understanding of victim awareness
• Have knowledge of domestic violence and sexual offenders
• The ability to communicate effectively to a team the dynamics observed during field contacts
• The ability to maintain a professional rapport with local law-enforcement agencies and community partners.
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social service or a related human services field
• Associate's degree AND one (1) year or more of experience in corrections, human services, military service, law enforcement or other related field.
• High School diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years or more of experience in corrections, human services, military service, law enforcement or other related field.
• Note: A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Corrections, law-enforcement, or military experience preferred.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees