Offender Grievance Coordinator: Sussex State Prison

Title: Offender Grievance Coordinator:
Sussex I State Prison #00017

State Role

Title:

Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $40,946.00 - $63,877.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr
- Central Admin

Location:Sussex I State Prison

Agency Website:www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Monitors the grievance procedure in its entirety (informal complaints, emergency grievances, and regular grievances) to ensure compliance with the Department of Corrections policy. Conducts investigations of inmate grievances. Consults with staff and inmates to resolve problems/issues and to investigate claims. Meets with inmates as needed. Prepares responses for correspondence as required by the Operations Manager. May coordinates access to the Law Library and the Institutional Attorney.

Considerable knowledge of Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) operations, policies and procedures. Knowledge of federal and state laws governing rights for the incarcerated. Demonstrated ability to conduct interviews and investigations, research, and present findings clearly and accurately. Demonstrated ability to analyze data. Ability to provide guidance and consultation to inmates needing assistance. Ability to interpret and follow oral and written rules and regulations.

Ability to maintain harmonious working and public relations. Ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others.

Considerable knowledge of VADOC operations, policies and procedures. Some knowledge of federal and state laws governing rights for the incarcerated. Ability to conduct interviews, research and investigations and present findings clearly and accurately; to read and analyze data; and to provide guidance and consultation to inmates needing assistance. Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow oral and written rules and regulations; to maintain harmonious working and public relations;

to learn new practices, procedures, and equipment operations. Demonstrated ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others; to understand and apply operating procedures. Experience in a corrections facility providing direct contact with inmates. Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access programs.

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.

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 Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

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. Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.  for more information:
Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program
- Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Name:
Human Resources

Phone:

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s 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.