Corrections Services Specialist I

State of Vermont; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium 80%

Dental plan included

12 paid holidays

Job summary

State of Vermont Corrections Department seeks a Corrections Services Specialist I in St Johnsbury, VT. This full-time permanent role provides direct supervision of incarcerated individuals and works with probation offices and courts to secure needed services and programming.

The position requires completing minimum qualifications with related experience or college coursework, and offers a comprehensive total compensation package including health, retirement, and leave benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with relevant experience.
• Experience working directly with client populations in human services or corrections is required.
• Two years of college coursework in human services or criminal justice with equivalent work experience also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of incarcerated individuals in a correctional facility.
• Assist in preparing for release once eligible and coordinate with probation offices, courts, and law enforcement.
• Make referrals for programming and classifications for incarcerated individuals.

Skills

Direct supervision

Client population experience

Education

High School Diploma

Two years college coursework in human services or criminal justice

Four years client population experience in human services or corrections

Job description

Title: Corrections Services Specialist I

Application Deadline Date: 10/19/2026

Department: Corrections

Location

St Johnsbury, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $27.60

Maximum Salary: $42.41

Overview

Corrections Services Specialists provide direct supervision of Incarcerated Individuals in a correctional facility. In this role, you'll help prepare for their future release back to the community when eligible. Corrections Service Specialist work closely with local probation offices, courts, law enforcement agencies and other state agencies to get services for incarcerated Individuals. You will also make referrals for programming and classifications for incarcerated individuals.

Who May Apply

This position, Corrections Services Specialist I (Job Requisition #55850), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Work is performed in a field office or in a correctional facility. Significant interaction with potentially dangerous correctional clients is involved. High stress may be present, as is some danger of physical assault. Evening, weekend, and alternating shift duty may be required to provide necessary services or emergency coverage. Field travel is necessary and incumbents may be required to provide private means of transportation. Work related court appearances may be anticipated.

Minimum Qualifications

OR

High school graduation or equivalent AND EITHER four (4) years or more of experience in a role assigned to work directly with a client population in a human services setting on a full-time basis OR four (4) years or more in a protective services or correctional setting.

OR

Two (2) years or more of college coursework in a human services or criminal justice field and EITHER two (2) years or more of experience in a role assigned to work directly with a client population in a human services setting on a full-time basis OR two (2) years or more in a protective services or correctional setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the delivery of casework, planning, and evaluation of offenders in a correctional setting.

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information. Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete. The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Conviction History Requirements: 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.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Special Note: Possession of a valid driver's license is required, and a criminal background check will be performed prior to hire. Certain convictions can be disqualifying.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% 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: 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

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.

The State’s employment decisions are merit-based.

Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.