Facility Work Crew Leader Job Listing at State of Vermont in St. Johnsbury, VT (Job ID F426A3C9-5A3C-4)

Description

Overview

The Facility Work Crew Leader is responsible for supervising incarcerated individuals engaged in community-based work. This position plays a key role in fostering a strong work ethic among participants, ensuring safety, and maintaining productivity and compliance with established protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise incarcerated individuals working on community crews.
• Promote responsibility, discipline, and a strong work ethic among participants.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust to dynamic situations.
  
  • Conduct daily documentation and reporting, including:
  • End-of-shift reports
  • Vehicle inspection forms
  • Incident reports
  • Tool and equipment inventories
• Participate in and help facilitate work-related training for eligible individuals.
• Maintain public relations in a professional manner when interacting with community members.
• Operate and inspect state vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness and ability to work in various environmental conditions.
• Must have completed, or be willing to attend, the Vermont Corrections Academy.

Who May Apply

This position, Facility Work Crew Leader (Job Requisition #53050), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Paul.Trucott@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings as well as in a standard office setting. High stress situations are predictable. A valid driver's license is required. Weekend shifts are predictable. Presentations before groups and organizations should be anticipated. Duty station assignments may change in accordance with the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years or more of full-time college coursework.

 

OR

 

Two years of full-time college coursework or associate's degree AND one (1) year or more of full-time work experience.

 

OR

 

One year of full-time college course work AND two (2) years or more of full-time work experience.

 

OR

 

High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of full-time work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience involving the custody or supervision of offenders in a community or correctional institutional setting or a military background.

Note: A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont, and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, except for those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information.  Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.  By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete.  The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

 

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.  You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here.  Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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