Deputy Chief of Law Enforcement Services: State Farm Complex #01587

Title: Deputy Chief of Law Enforcement Services: State Farm Complex #01587

State Role Title: Law Enforcement Manager II

Hiring Range: $73,226.00 – $135,469.00

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr – Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: https://vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

Job Duties

Under the direction and guidance of the Chief of Investigations, the Deputy Chief manages and supervises a staff of Law Enforcement Assistant Chiefs who conduct criminal investigations of statutory violations against or within the Department of Corrections by employees, inmates, contractors, volunteers, visitors or others, and administrative investigations of violations of the Standards of Conduct, and other investigations or inquiries of serious matters involving the Department. Ensures all investigative work of assigned staff meets accepted professional standards, is timely and accurate. Responsible for development and implementation of prevention activities to reduce vulnerability of the Department to criminal activity.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a high school or equivalent. Extensive experience with leadership in law enforcement, investigations, or security. Current active Virginia law enforcement certification by the Department of Criminal Justice Services and possession of a valid Virginia DMV Operators License. Extensive knowledge and experience with methods and techniques meeting legal and accepted professional standards in conducting complex criminal and administrative investigations. Working knowledge of applicable federal and state statues and administrative polices. Extensive knowledge of procedures used to identify, prepare, examine, analyze, and preserve items of evidence for criminal cases or administrative hearings. Demonstrated ability to analyze and review investigations for completeness, accuracy, or legality. Knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence. Proven ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective relationships with all levels of Department managers and personnel, law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and the judiciary, citizens, and the general public.

Additional Considerations

Advanced knowledge coursework, training, certification, or experience in Administration of Justice, Management or like field. Experience leading complex criminal and administrative investigations.

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 VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation that meet the requirements of State Code 15.2-1705. Investigations will 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 Driver’s 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 Virginia’s 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

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-659-8424

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 800-552-5019.

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.

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