Information Compliance Officer (Headquarters) : Central Administration #01574

Information Compliance Officer (Headquarters) : Central Administration #01574

Information Compliance Officer (Headquarters) : Central Administration #01574

State Role Title : Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range : $61,765.00 - $101,291.00

Pay Band : 5

Agency : Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location : DOC Headquarters

Recruitment Type : General Public - G

Job Duties

This position safeguards the Virginia Department of Corrections (DOC) privacy and data protection standards by developing, implementing, and strengthening agency privacy policies, procedures, and standards. It leads efforts to ensure compliance with information governance requirements and supports the Policy and Initiatives (PI) Unit in the retention and distribution of policies, directives, procedures, and forms in alignment with Department, state, and federal regulations. Incumbent serves as the primary support for privacy and compliance matters, working closely with executive leadership, legal counsel, and operational stakeholders across the agency.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma. Experience reading, interpreting, and summarizing state or federal statutes. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to communicate complex information for a non-expert audience. Demonstrated experience in developing, and implementing policies, procedures and compliance frameworks. Experience developing and delivering training. Flexibility in navigating evolving technologies and organizational priorities. Ability to collaborate with leadership, legal, IT, and operational staff and effectively communicate with key stakeholders.

Additional Considerations

Familiarity with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Virginia Information Technology Agency (VITA) SEC530, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53, Virginia Code privacy requirements, and major federal privacy laws such as Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP / US, CIPP / G, or similar). Knowledge or experience in information security, risk management, or security operations. Knowledge of content management systems (CMS) and other data governance platforms. Understanding of information governance systems and processes, especially as they relate to privacy governance and policy.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum 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 Virginia Department of Corrections (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 rsum 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 rsums 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 rsum. Layoff Preferences : 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 rsum. 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 : 804-298-4730

Email : Emailed applications are not accepted.

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.