Electronic Technician Senior (FCCW): Central Administration - #01504

Title: Electronic Technician Senior (FCCW): Central Administration - #01504

State Role Title: Electronic Technician II

Hiring Range: $54,453 - $84,950

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Fluvanna Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Enhances public safety across the Commonwealth of Virginia by supporting successful inmate reentry and ensuring the effective security, custody, control, and rehabilitation of adult inmates and the safety of Department of Corrections staff within a major correctional facility.

The Electronic Security team provides electronic support and technical planning for the correctional centers to ensure the successful accomplishment of the Department of Corrections mission. This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of electronic security, communication, access-control, surveillance, alarm, and facility-control systems within a secure correctional environment. Performs complex diagnostics and repairs, responds to emergency system failures, maintains technical records, coordinates with vendors and contractors, and provides technical guidance. Must possess strong knowledge of electronics and low-voltage systems, the ability to interpret schematics and use electronic test equipment, and the ability to work safely and effectively within a correctional and public safety environment.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of tele-communication equipment and functionality. Considerable experience in electronics and CCTV troubleshooting.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of perimeter security and public address systems. Working knowledge of electronics theory including troubleshooting, calibration, test procedures, and circuit analysis. Knowledge of computers and peripheral equipment, ability to fabricate, modify and perform component level repair on a diversity of electronic instruments, ability to read and understand schematics, block diagrams, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, flow charts, truth tables and service manuals. Knowledge in two-way radio systems. Training, certification, or license in related trades. Additional experience in any of the following: Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC, Vehicle or Equipment Repair, Locksmith, Painting and Plumbing. Prefer correctional experience.

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

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.