Program Support Tech Sr: DOC Headquarters #00901

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Program Support Tech Sr for the Department of Corrections at the Headquarters. The role involves entering data into the Virginia CORIS system related to prisoner movement and assisting in coordination and transportation of inmates to institutions and local facilities.

The position requires knowledge of DOC facilities geography, strong MS Office and VACORIS skills, extensive data entry and clerical abilities, and the ability to work independently with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of geographical locations of VADOC facilities and local & regional jails.
• Proficiency in MS Office and VACORIS; strong data entry and clerical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into the Virginia CORIS database pertinent to prisoner movement and transportation.
• Assist in coordination and transportation of inmates to institutions, programs and local jails.
• Assist in determining bed space availability for scheduling inmate transfers and ensure priority transfers are made in a timely fashion.

Skills

Geographical knowledge of DOC sites

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

VACORIS

MS Office

Job description

Title: Program Support Tech Sr: DOC Headquarters #00901

State Role Title:Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: $41,160.00 - $58,429.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:DOC Headquarters

Agency Website:www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

Enter data into the Virginia CORIS data base pertinent to prisoner movement and transportation. Assist in the coordination and transportation of inmates in the Virginia Department of Corrections to institutions, community-based programs and local jails. Assist in determining bed space availability for scheduling inmate transfers and ensures priority transfers are made in accordance with established criteria and in a timely fashion.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of the Geographical locations of VADOC Facilities and Local & Regional Jails. Working knowledge of all Department of Corrections functions. Demonstrated skills using MS Office, VACORIS and automated systems. Extensive data entry, typing, working with statistics and office/clerical skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, effective oral, written and verbal communication. High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

Classification and/or Institutional Records Experience. VCIN Certified.

Special Instructions

• Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
• Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
• Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
• Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
• 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. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

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.