Workforce Development Specialist Senior

Workforce Development Specialist Senior (Western Region): Central Administration #01556

Job no: 5095539
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Richmond (City), Virginia
Categories: Health and Human Services

Title: Workforce Development Specialist Senior (Western Region): Central Administration #01556

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $61,765 - $101,291

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

To promote public safety and reduce recidivism by preparing inmates for success through a continuum of services and supervision, in collaboration with state and local partners, from the time of the inmate's entry into prison through their transition and reintegration into the community.

Supervises seven Workforce Development Specialist (WDS) positions at Correctional Institutions, Units and Work Centers and Community Corrections Alternative Programs (CCAP) in the Region. Prepares returning citizens for reentry employment by coordinating all Workforce Development Programs and Services in the region and facilitating workforce development experiences at Deerfield Correctional Complex. Serves as an agency liaison with community workforce development agencies and organizations in the region (e.g. Virginia Employment Commission (VEC), One Stops, Department of Social Services (DSS), Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), Virginia's Community College System (VCCS), non-profits, special interest groups). Performs strategic planning, coordinates growth and development of all inmate employability initiatives, and collaborates with Wardens and other management to integrate WDS programs and services within Cognitive Communities and overall institutional reentry programming in the Region.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience supervising staff located at multiple sites and performing coaching as necessary. Must be able to serve as a liaison between agency personnel, management, offenders, and workforce development service providers. Experience in developing partnerships with service agencies and employers. Experience facilitating experiential learning for adults. Experience in making effective presentations to diverse audiences, including classroom participants, community agencies, other government agencies, and employers. Experience coaching others on employment, interviewing skills, resume development, job search strategies and utilizing job search tools. Possess good written and oral communication skills.

Additional Considerations

Prior experience as workforce development professional providing employability services to clients. Prior work experience in marketing, training and project management. Must possess or be eligible to apply for Global Career Development Facilitator credential issued by the Center for Credentialing and Education (see: www.cdf-global.org) Experience administering and interpreting formal and information assessments of career interest, aptitude and values.

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.

Advertised: 21 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Dec 2025 Eastern Standard Time

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