NCJ Number
94848
Date Published
1984
Length
274 pages
Annotation
In assessing the use and need for staff in Virginia's Department of Corrections' (DOC's) central and regional offices, this interim report reviews the evolution of DOC, major DOC programs, current organization and staffing, and the study mandate; examines staffing and organization of DOC's central office; and focuses on staffing in the regional offices.
Abstract
Based on initial review criteria and because of reductions in the administrative staff of the department which have been made already, DOC appears in general to be appropriately staffed in the central office. Most functions currently performed in the central office appear appropriately centralized. The review reveals five areas where there are opportunities for organizational improvement and economy: research and development, internal auditing, enterprises, DOC Manpower Control Program, and temporary positions. Greater efficiencies are possible in the regional offices, including the elimination of one regional office and a reduction of 35 positions from regional staff. Approximately $883,747 would be saved each year if all efficiencies recommended in this report were implemented and a total of 43 staff positions were eliminated. It is recommended that DOC phase in the recommended changes by July 1985. Two report recommendations were implemented by the 1984 General Assembly: the elimination of the administrative assistant position in the northern regional office and the reduction of secretarial positions in all regional offices. Tables and figures are supplied.