Corrections Services Specialist I

Corrections Services Specialist I

Final date to receive applications Date: 06/10/2026 Req  Department:
Corrections

Location:

Springfield, VT, US Position Type:
Permanent Schedule Type:
Full Time Minimum Salary: $27.06 Maximum Salary: $41.58

Corrections Service Specialist provide direct supervision of incarcerated individuals in a correctional facility. In this role, you'll help prepare for their future releases back to the community when eligible. Corrections Service Specialist work closely with local probation offices, courts, law enforcement agencies and other state agencies to get services for incarcerated individuals. You will also make referrals for programming and classifications for incarcerated individuals.

Who May Apply:
This position, Corrections Services Specialist I (Job

Requisition #55106), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note:

This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job

Requisition . Level I: 55106 Level: 55112 If you would like more information about this position, please contact Wayne.

Rathburn. 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:
Work is performed in a field office or in a correctional facility. Significant interaction with potentially dangerous correctional clients is involved. High stress may be present, as is some danger of physical assault. Evening, weekend, and alternating shift duty may be required to provide necessary services or emergency coverage. Field travel is necessary and incumbents may be required to provide private means of transportation.

Work related court appearances may be anticipated.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. OR High school graduation or equivalent AND EITHER four (4) years or more of experience in a role assigned to work directly with a client population in a human services setting on a full-time basis OR four (4) years or more in a protective services or correctional setting. OR Two (2) years or more of college coursework in a human services or criminal justice field and EITHER two (2) years or more of experience in a role assigned to work directly with a client population in a human services setting on a full-time basis OR two (2) years or more in a protective services or correctional setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the delivery of casework, planning, and evaluation of offenders in a correctional setting.

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.

Special

Note:

Possession of a valid driver's license is required, and a criminal background check will be performed prior to hire. Certain convictions can be disqualifying.

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.

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: 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…