Recreation Services Coordinator Job Listing at State of Vermont in Rutland, VT (Job ID 5C8C7AFF-53E9-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Department of Corrections is looking for a Recreation Services Coordinator to work at Marble Valley Correctional Facility in Rutland.  As the Rec Services coordinator, you'll:

• Prepare and maintain a recreational budget
• Run recreations as needed both indoor & outdoor, morning and afternoon
• Maintain gym and yard equipment
• Inventory, and order supplies
• Oversee the ICS table system, coordinating with central office and ICS services
• Distribute canteen with the Volunteer Services Coordinator each week
• Supervise the front office cleaner  

 

This is a full time position, Monday through Friday from 8a-4p, with holidays off.  You will perform other duties directed by superiors.

 

As of July 14, 2025, the step 1 rate for pay grade 19 will be $23.12 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position, Recreation Services Coordinator (Job Requisition #52886), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melinda.Winters@vermont.gov.

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.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily within an institutional setting. Incumbents must possess considerable interpersonal human relations skills, including patience, understanding, and humor, to deal effectively with the institutions inmate population and other staff members. Emotional and mental stability is required. Significant interaction with inmates is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, or therapeutic recreation.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in social services, organizing a community recreation program, education, or a related human services program, including supervisory or coordinating responsibilities.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

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.

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 and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• 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.

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