Corrections Education Headmaster
Corrections Education Headmaster
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Job Description
Overview
The State of Vermont Department Of Corrections is looking for a Corrections Education Headmaster to work out of DOCs central offices in Waterbury. This position directs the education unit of the Risk Intervention Services (RIS) Division of the Vermont Department of Corrections (DOC) and reports directly to the RIS Division Director. As headmaster youll manages educational services of adult basic education General Education Development (GED) secondary education (including special education) and post-secondary partnerships. You will have direct supervision of six Corrections Education Supervisors stationed at DOC correctional facilities and carry out weekly meetings observation and management of specific educational services.
Management of 28 Correctional Educator positions stationed at DOC correctional facilities is carried out through the Corrections Education Supervisors. Candidates for this position must have experience and understanding in the multiple pathways of adult education. Oversight of the VDOC education services operating budgets is managed through the VDOC business office. This position is responsible for liaising with multiple in state and out of state education partners technical assistance organizations and corrections education organizations. Along with an understanding of educational best practices and standards this position is responsible for understanding best practice in correctional services and program standards.
Who May Apply
This position Corrections Education Headmaster (Job Requisition #52920) is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position please contact .
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
In general the incumbent will travel extensively to each program site and work from that site. Private means of transportation is necessary for work related travel when a fleet vehicle is unavailable. Incumbent must be able to interact work and deal with Department staff educators state federal and local officials correctional facility clients and the general public. Evening and weekend work may be required. Meetings and activities take place within correctional facilities and Community Correctional Services Centers.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree in education educational administration or in adult education.
Note: Must have or be eligible for a Professional Educators license from the Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators with an endorsement in one of the following: Adult Services Coordinator Career and Technical Center Director Director of Special Education Principal or Superintendent.
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 with the exception of 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 its more than a paycheck. The States 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: 11 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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Employment Type
Full Time
