Director of Diversion & Pretrial Services

Overview

The Vermont Attorney General's Office (AGO) seeks a talented and motivated person to lead the AGO's Community Justice Unit. The Community Justice Unit administers Court Diversion and Pretrial Services programs statewide, among other responsibilities. The Unit works to further criminal justice reform and seeks to improve equity, public safety, and fairness in all aspects of the civil, criminal and youth justice systems.

The Director of Diversion and Pretrial Services is the primary liaison between the Vermont Association of Court Diversion Programs (VACDP) and the Attorney General's Office. The Director also serves as the Executive Director of VACDP.

Duties of the position include program and policy design and implementation; coordination and collaboration with other components of the criminal and youth justice systems, including human services agencies; providing support to and oversight of service providers; and grant management.

The Director serves as the Attorney General's primary legislative advocate for Court Diversion and Pretrial Services, which includes providing legislative testimony and tracking of legislation that relates to the Community Justice Unit. A successful candidate will be expected to draft and advance legislation, build and draft legislative reports, as well as advise legislators and legislative counsel on matters related to criminal justice policy.

Duties are performed under the general direction and direct supervision of the Legal Division Chief for the General Counsel and Administrative Law Division. The Director directly supervises two classified positions, a Court Diversion Assistant Director and an Administrative Services Coordinator.

Who May Apply

This position, Director of Diversion & Pretrial Services (Job Requisition #56098), 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.

Environmental Factors

This position operates within the Office of the Attorney General and includes travel and the need for meetings for which private means of transportation must be available.

Minimum Qualifications

Six (6) or more years of experience administering or managing a human services program INCLUDING two (2) or more years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or team leader.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminal justice or a human services field.

Experience with program planning and evaluation in restorative and community justice.

Considerable knowledge of Vermont’s criminal justice system.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium

• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule

• Low cost group life insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Incentive-based Wellness Program

• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.