Superintendent Halifax Correctional Unit #23001

Title: Superintendent: Halifax Correctional Unit #23001

State Role Title:Security Manager III

Hiring Range: $78280.00 - $139533.00

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:Halifax Correctional Unit 23

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Position serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the facility on all matters relative to public safety inmates personnel volunteers programs security and other activities. Responsible for the establishment and implementation of objectives formulation and interpretation of policies and procedures in accordance with Division requirements and evaluation of all institutional programs. To provide a satisfying and rewarding work environment for all employees free from intimidation sexual harassment and discrimination.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of corrections policies and procedures. Knowledge of criminal justice coupled with demonstrated human relations skills communication skills analytical skills and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to make responsible honest fair and consistent decisions and the demonstrated ability to remain impartial in dealing with staff and inmates. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changes that may occur. High School diploma or equivalent. Considerable progressive experience within the Department of Corrections.

Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter in accordance with the Code of Virginia 2.2-3100.

Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter as required by Code of Virginia 2.2-3132.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of correctional best practices and evidence-based practices. An equivalent combination of education training knowledge skills and abilities may substitute in lieu of educational requirements.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) candidates can expect the following:



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 Drivers 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 Virginias 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. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

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Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone:

Email: Emailed applications are not accepted.

In support of the Commonwealths 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 .

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.