Title: Assistant Chief of Investigations (Western Region) : OLES Investigations Unit #01589

State Role Title: Law Enforcement Manager I

Hiring Range: $73,909.00 - $121,210.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

***The position is assigned to the Western Region and will operate within the region’s designated service area. Applicant must reside within the assigned region covering facilities as far west as Red Onion State Prison and as far east as Pocahontas State Correctional***

Under the direction and guidance of the Office of Law Enforcement Services Assistant Deputy Chief, the Assistant Chief leads and supervises a staff of Special Agent law enforcement professionals 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 that 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

Progressively responsible experience 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 Operator’s License. Considerable 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 statutes and administrative policies. Knowledge of procedures used to identify, prepare, examine, analyze, and preserve items of evidence for criminal cases or administrative hearings. Ability to analyze and review investigations for completeness, accuracy, or legality. Working knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence. Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective relations with all levels of Department managers and personnel, law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and the judiciary, citizens and the general public. DCJS Law Enforcement Certification.

Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100.
Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

***The position is assigned to the Western Region and will operate within the region’s designated service area. Applicant must reside within the assigned region covering facilities as far west as Red Onion State Prison and as far east as Pocahontas State Correctional***

Additional Considerations

Advanced training and certifications for investigative interviews or evidence collection. Experience leading complex criminal and administrative investigations. Experience supervising Law Enforcement positions. Experience leading Dialogues and Learning Teams. Experience training new Special Agents and ability to serve on Applicant Interview Panels. Experience in Administration of Justice, Management or like field.

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. 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 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.