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Virginia Department of Corrections at Baskerville Correctional Center is seeking a Program Support Technician to handle mail processing, documentation, and general office support. The role involves processing inmate and staff mail, maintaining records, and supporting ACA standard compliance.
The position requires strong office skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to lift and move items up to 35 pounds with occasional 50-pound pushes.
Title: Program Support Technician: Baskerville Correctional Center #04108
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: $38,807.00 - $54,617.00
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location: Baskerville Correctional Ctr
Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Processes all mail, both internally and externally, for staff and inmates. Receives and inspects in all incoming and outgoing inmate mail for contraband. Receives and distributes departmental mail on a daily basis in compliance with applicable federal, state and departmental regulations and procedures. Develops, updates, and maintains all related documentation and reports. Assists Operations Department with maintaining American Correctional Association (ACA) standards and required documentation.
Considerable knowledge of office practices, procedures, and office equipment. Working knowledge of a variety of manual and automated filing systems; of standard English grammar, punctuation, and usage. Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and Access to accomplish office support requirements. Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow oral and written rules and regulations; learn new practices, procedures, and equipment operations. Demonstrated ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others; to understand and apply operating procedures. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others. Must be able to lift bags and bulk packages weighing up to 35 pounds, place and retrieve documents/packages from shelves approximately six feet high. Must be able to push a wheeled carrier with mailbags and packages not exceeding 50 pounds. Must also be able to stand, walk and sit for extended times and distances.
Some knowledge of corrections. Skill in working with postal equipment and/or mail sorting systems. Considerable recent experience providing administrative support in a professional office setting.
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.