Farm Supervisor Agribusiness: Marion Correctional Center #01616

Title: Farm Supervisor Agribusiness: Marion Correctional Center #01616

State Role Title: Agricultural Specialist III

Hiring Range: $41,339 - $64,489

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Marion Corr Treatment Ctr

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Correction’s (VADOC) Agribusiness Unit is charged with providing agricultural training opportunities to inmates to enhance re-entry and reduce recidivism, while reducing food cost for the Virginia Department of Corrections (DOC).

To provide security, training, and safety of inmates in the direction of farm operation and to assist the B&G Department in accomplishing maintenance services as instructed by the supervisor. Train and supervise offender labor in all aspects of farm and livestock (handling and feeding) planning daily work assignments. General knowledge of livestock and vegetable production.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of all types of farm work, farm machinery, and ground maintenance equipment. Skill to use equipment and machinery safety; knowledge of small engines, and ability to perform minor repairs on equipment used. Must have Virginia Commercial Pesticide license or obtain within 12 months for new hire and existing supervisors in the areas of application. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to effectively communicate with workers with varied backgrounds.

Additional Considerations

Agricultural, construction or equipment experience. Possession of Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one preferred.

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.

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: 804-641-9840

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

 

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