Victim Services Unit Director – Corrections & Restoration

State of Vermont; Waterbury (VT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium 80%

Dental plan

12 paid holidays

Pension plan

457(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs

Life insurance

Wellness program

Public Service Student Loan Forgiv*

Job summary

The Vermont Department of Corrections seeks a DOC Victim Services Unit Director to design, implement, and manage the victim services program statewide, prioritizing victims as primary consumers of services and fostering community partnerships. This role includes policy development, staff supervision, and managing the automatic victim notification system.

Based in Waterbury, VT, the position requires travel and collaboration with internal and community partners to strengthen victim support

Qualifications

• Five (5) years or more of experience in criminal justice or the broad field of human services AND two (2) years or more of planning, policy, or supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in criminal justice or a human services field.
• One (1) year or more of experience in victim services, social work, or a related field.
• Previous experience working within the criminal justice system, particularly in a corrections setting.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of the victim services program.
• Supervise staff including a Senior Victim Service Specialist and three Victim Service Specialists; travel within Vermont as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a human services field

Job description

The Vermont Department of Corrections seeks a DOC Victim Services Unit Director to design, implement, and manage the victim services program statewide, prioritizing victims as primary consumers of services and fostering community partnerships. This role includes policy development, staff supervision, and managing the automatic victim notification system.

Based in Waterbury, VT, the position requires travel and collaboration with internal and community partners to strengthen victim support