DOC Community District Manager

State of Vermont • Rutland, VT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vermont Department of Corrections Probation & Parole office in Rutland is looking for a Community District Manager, who oversees all operations, including the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of staff. You'll also Manage offender programs related to work, education, and housing in the designated area. Community District Managers act as a liaison to correctional facilities, criminal justice partners, local officials, service providers, non-profits, and other key stakeholders to ensures compliance with Department policies and state statutes. You will also have to travel to statewide meetings and perform after-hours duties, including being on call and attending community or public meetings as required. May perform related duties across multiple locations as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Five (5) years or more of responsibility in human services or criminal justice positions
• 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.
• Must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.
• Must provide relevant information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse from previous institutional employers.
• 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

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or human service related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all operations, including the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of staff.
• Manages offender programs related to work, education, and housing in the designated area.
• Acts as a liaison to correctional facilities, criminal justice partners, local officials, service providers, non-profits, and other key stakeholders to ensure compliance with Department policies and state statutes.
• Travels to statewide meetings.
• Performs after-hours duties, including being on call and attending community or public meetings as required.
• May perform related duties across multiple locations as needed.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan
• 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: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED