Deputy Chief (Special Investigations Unit) : Virginia Parole Board #00010

Deputy Chief (Special Investigations Unit) : Virginia Parole Board

Title : Deputy Chief (Special Investigations Unit) : Virginia Parole Board #00010

State Role Title : Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range : $70,924 - $118,247

Pay Band : 5

Agency : Virginia Parole Board

Location : Virginia Parole Board

Recruitment Type : General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Parole Board manages discretionary parole, conditional release, and supervision of offenders on parole or release in the best interest of the Commonwealth of Virginia with due regard for public safety, respect for the victims of crime and the suitability of offenders for parole or release. The Parole Board's Special Investigations Unit is responsible for investigating pardon petitions for the Governor's Office and providing a comprehensive investigative summary for review by the Secretary of the Commonwealth to ensure an informed decision is made on pardon petitions. To provide thorough investigations of pardon petitions to ensure all facts are presented in a comprehensive investigative report to the Secretary of the Commonwealth's Office. This investigative report includes victim input and the opinion of the prosecuting Commonwealth's Attorney and facts from the original law enforcement agency and sentencing Court.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma, college preferred. Extensive experience conducting criminal investigations, especially violent crimes. Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills. Excellent interview / interrogation skills. Experience leading complex criminal and administrative investigations. Must reside within the Commonwealth of Virginia and hold a valid Virginia Operator's License with a good driving record. Prior good standing with DCJS certification or other law enforcement certification.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of available forensic testing and evidence handling is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum 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. 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 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 rsum 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 rsums 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 rsum. 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 rsum. 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 : 804-641-9840

Email : EMAILED APPLICATIONS / RSUMS 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.