Recreation Services Coordinator

Overview

The Vermont Department of Corrections is looking for a Recreation Services Coordinator to work at Marble Valley Correctional Facility in Rutland.

As the Rec Services coordinator, you'll :

• Prepare and maintain a recreational budget
• Run recreations as needed both indoor & outdoor, morning and afternoon
• Maintain gym and yard equipment
• Inventory, and order supplies
• Oversee the ICS table system, coordinating with central office and ICS services
• Distribute canteen with the Volunteer Services Coordinator each week
• Supervise the front office cleaner

This is a full time position, Monday through Friday from 8a-4p, with holidays off. You will perform other duties directed by superiors.

Who May Apply

This position, Recreation Services Coordinator, (Job Requisiton53409) is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Fabio.Caetano@vermont.gov .

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.

Class Definition

Planning, developing, administering, and coordinating a recreation and leisure skills program involving use of volunteer services at a correctional facility for the Department of Corrections. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative superior. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices : customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily within an institutional setting. Incumbents must possess considerable interpersonal human relations skills, including patience, understanding, and humor, to deal effectively with the institution's inmate population and other staff members. Emotional and mental stability is required.

Significant interaction with inmates is required.

There are constant risks of assault by incarcerated individuals

Threats of grievance / Lawsuits / Litigation due to the rec fund, property issues, directive and property compliance

Mental Stress

Emotional Stress

Tension

Weather / outdoor related hazards are possible and likely

Exposure to Biohazard / Covid Related Illnesses

Cuts / Falls

Exposure to cleaning and other chemicals

Minimum Qualifications

High School degree / equivalent or higher and one (1) or more years of experience working in physical education, recreation program or comparable program / organization or correctional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree or higher in physical education, recreation services, or a related field.

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.

Certification Requirements :

Non-Lethal Use of Force

Fire Safety

Suicide Prevention

Advanced Communication Techniques

CPR and First Aid

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. You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here . Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

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 :

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.