Program Support Technician Senior: Offender Management Services #00747

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia Careers is seeking a Program Support Technician Senior: Offender Management Services for DOC Headquarters in Virginia. You will determine intake status and eligibility for sentences prisoners and ensure timely intake to facilities in compliance with the Code of Virginia.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, prior office experience, knowledge of the criminal justice process, and strong Word/Excel skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; office experience required.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice process and Virginia Code sections.
• Ability to analyze criminal records and ensure accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Determine intake status and eligibility for sentences in Virginia jails.
• Ensure timely intake of eligible felons to Department of Corrections facilities.
• Review and organize detailed information using MS Word and Excel.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written and verbal communication

Analytical ability

Prior office experience

Independence at work

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Title: Program Support Technician Senior: Offender Management Services #00747

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: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

To determine intake status and eligibility for sentences prisoners in Virginia jails, and to ensure timely intake of eligible felons to Department of Corrections facilities in compliance with the Code of Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent Prior office experience. Progressive levels of responsibility in the criminal justice field. Knowledge of the criminal justice process and of agency procedures relating to inmate classification and placement. Knowledge of pertinent sections of the Code of Virginia and of technical terminology associated with criminal records-keeping. Skill in using Microsoft Word and Excel. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed review/analysis of criminal records to determine accuracy and completeness. Demonstrated ability to collect and organize detailed information. Demonstrated ability to set priorities and process a high volume of work while meeting established deadlines. Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision. Good interpersonal skills. Good verbal and written communication and listening skills.

Additional Considerations

Experience dealing with matters related to intake of inmates from jails. Prior experience and familiarity with Virginia CORIS preferred.

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.

Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program | Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: Emailed applications are not accepted.

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.