Title: Corrections Administration Manager Senior: Central Administration #00443

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: $80,688.00 - $149,271.00

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Corrections Administration Manager provides high-level operational leadership, executive coordination, and strategic initiative management for key Division of Administration functions, initiatives, and organizational priorities. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director for Administration, this position supports the advancement of executive priorities, operational modernization efforts, enterprise reporting, and cross-functional initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness and advance the Department’s public safety mission.

This position leads and oversees assigned administrative functions, assigned units, and strategic initiatives while driving implementation of high-priority projects, operational improvements, and organizational priorities across the Division of Administration. The role serves as a strategic partner to the Deputy Director for Administration by translating executive direction into actionable plans, measurable outcomes, and sustainable operational improvements.

Working in close partnership with executive leadership, operational divisions, and central office stakeholders, the Corrections Administration Manager advances organizational performance through disciplined execution, data-informed decision-making, accountability, and enterprise collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive progressively responsible experience in administrative and/or operational functions within the Virginia Department of Corrections, state government, or a similarly complex public sector environment. Demonstrated experience leading complex operational initiatives, executive priorities, strategic projects, or cross-functional programs within a governmental or public safety environment.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple priorities, support executive decision-making, and drive operational improvements that strengthen organizational performance and accountability. Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate policies, procedures, operational standards, and executive priorities while building effective working relationships with executive leadership, operational divisions, external stakeholders, and support functions. Demonstrated ability to exercise leadership and influence across operational areas and multidisciplinary teams in support of agency goals and strategic initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to analyze operational data, prepare executive-level reports and briefings, and support data-driven decision-making. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced operational environment.

Ability to complete Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest requirements in accordance with the Code of Virginia.

Additional Considerations

Extensive knowledge of organizational operations, administrative practices, and state procedures governing areas such as finance, human resources, procurement, budgeting, reporting, or operational administration.

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 resumé.

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) 317-2180

Email: Emailed Applications will not be accepted.

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.