Intelligence Specialist: Special Operations Unit #00556

Title: Intelligence Specialist: Special Operations Unit #00556

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II - 19212

Hiring Range: $56,052.00 - $91,922.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: State Farm Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

The Intelligence Specialist is part of the Special Operations Unit located at Department of Corrections’ Headquarters in Richmond, Virginia. This position will be based at the Special Operations Unit Work Center located on the grounds of State Farm Correctional Center in Powhatan, Virginia.

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) recognizes that the covert activities of gangs and other criminal enterprises pose a direct threat to the safety and security of its correctional facilities and the community at large. The development and dissemination of intelligence relative to these illicit activities and other security threat matters is essential in meeting this ongoing challenge. The VADOC Operations & Logistics Unit is responsible for receiving, reviewing, creating, and disseminating security threat information and intelligence that will greatly enhance the Department’s ability to meet its public safety mission.

This position provides supervision and guidance to a team of analysts within the Special Operations Unit designated to gather, review, analyze, and disseminate comprehensive security threat information and intelligence. It provides for the collection, evaluation, and analysis of information related to criminal and/or disruptive behavior in an effort to address, anticipate, prevent, or monitor any such behavior or activities. It utilizes investigative and evaluation techniques to show methods and trend and continually evaluates the effectiveness of strategic, operational and tactical intelligence from both proactive and reactive perspectives. It maintains liaison with the regional leadership, correctional facilities, probation & parole districts, supervisors and the intelligence operatives of law enforcement and criminal justice agencies -- Federal, State and local.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of methods and techniques related to intelligence gathering processes. Working knowledge of interviewing and investigative techniques, preferably related to gangs and other security threat groups (hate groups, terrorists, cults). Ability to plan and direct the work of others. Ability to gather and analyze information, compile reports, determine appropriate actions, make recommendations, and oversee and evaluate effectiveness of outcomes. Ability to interact with diverse groups and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a DCJS certification as a General Instructor within 12 months of employment.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of agency policies and procedures. Working knowledge of Corrections Information System (VACORIS). Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish

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,