Interstate Compact Coordinator: Offender Management Services

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking an Interstate Compact Coordinator for the Offender Management Services division. This state role oversees day‑to‑day administration of the Interstate Corrections Compact, coordinating transfers and ensuring compliance with Virginia laws.

The position requires strong analytical abilities, knowledge of the criminal justice system, and effective communication skills. It offers a competitive salary range and a stable, public-sector career path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system including Laws of Virginia Relating to Corrections.
• Ability to interpret and understand In-Mate file materials and other related legal documents.
• Effective communication abilities to include both written and oral language skills.
• Advanced knowledge in criminal justice, social work, behavioral science or related field and/or considerable experience in criminal justice or relate field.

Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise and coordinate day-to-day administration of the Interstate Corrections Compact.
• Assess records to determine eligibility and legality of In-Mate transfers to other states.
• Provide information to Juvenile Justice inmates prior to reception into the VADOC.

Job description

Title: Interstate Compact Coordinator: Offender Management Services

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $59,755.00 - $97,994.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

To carry out the responsibilities for managing, supervising and coordinating the day-to-day administration of the Interstate Corrections Compact as delegated by the Chief of Corrections Operations, In-Mate Management Services. To perform work of considerable difficulty requiring independent examination and assessment of records to determine eligibility, suitability, acceptability and legality of In-Mate's transfer to other states that maintain an agreement with Virginia to participate in the Interstate Corrections Compact process. Provides information and clarity for the Department of Juvenile Justice inmates prior to being received into the VADOC. Explains the expectations of the VADOC and what to expect as a new prisoner intake.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system including Laws of Virginia Relating to Corrections. Ability to interpret and understand In-Mate file materials and other related legal documents.

Additional Considerations

Effective communication abilities to include both written and oral language skills. Advanced knowledge in criminal justice, social work, behavioral science or related field and/or considerable experience in criminal justice or relate field.

Special Instructions

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. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804 - 910-7937

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.