Chief of Operations - Exempt

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Department of Corrections is seeking an experienced, mission drivenleader to serve as its Chief of Operations. This executive level roleoversees the daily operations of the statewide correctional system,including security, vocational and educational programming, and allother services provided to incarcerated individuals and those undercommunity supervision.The Chief of Operations provides direct supervision to the Department'sdivision directors and works collaboratively with community partners,state agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure safe, secure, andeffective operations across all facilities, probation and parole sites,and programs.This is a pivotal role for a strategic, forward thinking leadercommitted to operational excellence, organizational culture, and publicservice.**Key Responsibilities**- Advise the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner on the execution of the Department's statutory, regulatory, and policy responsibilities- Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to the Department's Division Directors- Build and strengthen relationships with State of Vermont agencies, departments, legislatures, and community partners- Lead and support cultural change initiatives across the Department**Key Skills**- Extensive leadership experience in corrections, public safety, human services, or a related field- Demonstrated ability to manage complex operations and large teams- Strong communication, collaboration, and systems level planning skills- Commitment to equity, safety, and organizational culture improvement**Compensation:**The anticipated approximate starting salary range willbe from $120,000 to $140,000 annually.If you would like more information about this position, pleasecontact< will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to beconsidered.**Minimum Qualifications**Eight (8) or more years of experience in either a correctional setting,probation and parole setting, or a role requiring frequent interactionwith correctional facility administration, coordinating with acorrectional facility program, or direct casework AND four (4) or moreyears of experience in a management or leadership position in the broadarea of human services**Preferred Qualifications**- College degree in Criminal Justice or a related human services field- Graduation from a law enforcement academy- Completion of a correctional academy**DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements**In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying foremployment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevantinformation. Previous institutional employers will be contacted andrequired to provide information regarding substantiated incidences ofsexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of anallegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application,you certify all information furnished is true and complete. Theinformation you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used,and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigatingand verifying your work history.**Conviction History Requirements:**Candidates who have any felonyconviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have beenplaced under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction mustreceive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to beconsidered for employment. You may access the application andcorresponding documents by[clickinghere](ation.pdf).Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to thehiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.**Equal Opportunity Employer**The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providingan environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion thatrepresents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The Statedoes not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (includingpregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status,sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civilunion or domestic partnership status, past or present military service,membership in an employee organization, family medical history orgenetic information, or family or parental status. The States employmentdecisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by theState are forbidden.**To see complete job description and toapplyvisit<

Created: 2026-04-10