Corrections Construction Superintendent: (Powhatan) #00133

Title: Corrections Construction Superintendent: (Powhatan) #00133

State Role Title: Trades Technician IV

Hiring Range: $54,316 - $84,732

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position is with the Department of Corrections’ Corrections Construction Unit and the main administrative office is based in Powhatan, Virginia.

Position actively participates 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.

The Corrections Construction Superintendent is a working Construction Superintendent
on Virginia Department of Corrections commercial construction build sites with responsibilities to include but not deliver the project in accordance with building plans, specifications, schedule, and budget. Exercise sound ethical judgment, identify, coordinate and use resources appropriately, anticipate and pro-actively resolve conflicts, Manage the daily activities of a variety of trade skilled and unskilled inmate laborer workforce and is authorized to terminate, layoff or remove, assigned inmate workers for cause or during times of work slowdown.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge in the multiple construction trades means, methods and materials used in the construction and renovations of commercial/institutional building structures. Knowledge of the regulations of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) as it applies to commercial construction. Knowledge of Construction safety OSHA standards, environmental and conservation requirements. Skilled in managing an on-site construction team and project schedules. Skilled in the proper operations of the variety of construction trade related machines, powered and hand tools. Skilled in providing instruction to a minimally skilled workforce in the commercial construction trades. Skilled in the preparation of paper and electronic records such as daily reports, field orders and time keeping reports. Ability to interpret and build in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and other construction documents. Ability to travel statewide with frequent overnight stay in the performance of duties. Ability to work and stand on a regular basis, out of doors, in extreme hot and cold weather working conditions. Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.

Additional Considerations

Demonstrated experience working jobsite as a Commercial Construction Tradesman in a Supervisory role. Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with minimum Class “B” endorsement. Current DPOR construction trades licensure. Experience in the operations of construction earthmoving equipment.

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.