Title: Remediation Field Technician (State Farm Correctional Center): Central Administration #00464

State Role Title: Environmental Specialist I

Hiring Range: $41,656 - $64,983

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: State Farm Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position is with the Department of Corrections' Corrections Construction Unit. Position reports at the Corrections Construction office located in Powhatan, Virginia.

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) is seeking a Remediation Field Technician to actively participate in the productive, effective and cost-efficient delivery of programs and services which support and enhance field operations to achieve the goals, mission and vision of the Department.

Position provides planning, organization, coordination, and execution for the remediation and/or environmental compliance at all DOC facilities. Provides analysis to ensure that liabilities potentially incurred by the Department are minimized through appropriate assessment, cost-benefit, training, and/or risk management analysis and decision-making. Provides guidance, direction, training and assistance with the implementation of corrective actions, design, recommendations and/or preventative measures to address deficiencies noted. Work with offenders and staff through the remedial re-entry program, providing guidance and training to returning citizens.

This position is construction focused and requires the candidate to possess or obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to complete the job duties within 6 months of hire. The selected candidate must successfully complete 40-hours of OSHA HAZWOPER Training and 30-hour OSHA Construction Training within 6 months of hire.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Technical knowledge and experience with environmental science and environmental engineering, geology, and chemistry principles and practices. Experience interpreting facility assessment reports and develop reasonable and effective solutions. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Experience managing multiple technical projects and programs. Experience operating heavy construction equipment. Class B CDL or higher.

Additional Considerations

Training in the operation of heavy construction equipment. Current, Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Completion of 40-hours of OSHA HAZWOPER Training. Completion of 30-hour OSHA Construction Training.

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: 804-641-9840

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.