Community Correctional Officer

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: supervision, rehabilitation, and support services to offendersunder the supervision of the Probation and Parole Division of theVermont Department of Corrections. Community Corrections Officersutilize both risk control and risk management services as part of asupervision team of high-risk offenders, Work is performed in accordancewith correctional policies, directives, and procedures under thesupervision of an administrative superior. All employees of the Agencyof Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to fourkey practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-basedrelationships and results orientation.\If you would like more information about this position, pleasecontact .Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to beconsidered.**Environmental Factors**Duties are performed in the homes, places of employment, and otherlocations frequented by assigned inmates as well as in a standard officesetting. Duties include working closely with local police departments inarrest situations or in the performance of field supervision check. Highstress situations are predictable, even frequent. The potential ofphysical assault or injury is present. A valid motor vehicle operator\'slicense is required. Overtime and emergency duty are predictable. Shiftassignments may change in accordance with the needs of the office,including any of three shifts and weekend assignments as wellpotentially working within a correctional facility.**Minimum Qualifications**Bachelor\'s degree in criminal justice, social service or a relatedhuman services fieldORAssociate\'s degree AND one (1) year or more of experience incorrections, human services, military service, law enforcement or otherrelated field.ORHigh School diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years or more ofexperience in corrections, human services, military service, lawenforcement or other related field.**Note:**A valid motor vehicle operator\'s license is required.**Special Requirements**Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable tothe position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards,Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adultand child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position underrecruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception ofthose who are current classified state employees seeking transfer,promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are personsexercising re-employment (RIF) rights.**DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements**In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying foremployment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevantinformation. Previous institutional employers will be contacted andrequired to provide information regarding substantiated incidences ofsexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of anallegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application,you certify all information furnished is true and complete. Theinformation you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used,and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigatingand verifying your work history.**Conviction History Requirements:**Candidates who have any felonyconviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have beenplaced under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction mustreceive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to beconsidered for employment. You may access the application andcorresponding documents by clicking here. Once you have completed theapplication, please send it directly to the hiring manager ident fied asthe contact person in this job posting.**Total Compensation**As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, butit\'s more than a paycheck. The State\'s total compensation packagefeatures an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about30% of your total compensation, including:- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families- Work/Life balance: 11 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**Equal Opportunity Employer**The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providingan environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion thatrepresents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The Statedoes not discriminate in employment