About this role
Overview
The Correctional Facility Superintendent serves as the senior operational leader of the Vermont Department of Corrections' Northeast Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, a regional correctional facility complex that includes an integrated workcamp housing a range of lower-risk incarcerated individuals. The Superintendent has 24/7 responsibility for institutional operations and ensures the safety and security of incarcerated individuals, staff, and the public while overseeing the delivery of custody, treatment, education, and rehabilitative programming. The role directs facility operations through subordinate staff; manages security systems, classification, care, and daily living functions; and leads emergency response efforts. The position also includes oversight of staffing, budgeting, policy implementation, and external engagement, requiring effective leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
The expected salary range as per the DOC Facility Superintendant pay play (click here) is between $97,947 and $145,454 based on experience and qualifications.
Who May Apply
This position, Correctional Facility Superintendent II - Exempt (Job Requisition #54174), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact [email protected]
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should possess five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the field of corrections, including at least two (2) years administering, managing, or supervising rehabilitative, security, or correctional programs/services.
DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements
In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information. Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete. The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.
Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment. You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here. Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.
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Other facts
About State of Vermont
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With one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation and the fastest growing economy in New England, Vermont is bursting with exciting career opportunities.
What you'll do
- The Correctional Facility Superintendent oversees the safety and security of incarcerated individuals and staff while managing the delivery of custody, treatment, education, and rehabilitative programming. The role includes directing facility operations, managing security systems, and leading emergency response efforts.
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