Assistant Warden: Baskerville Correctional Center #04130

Virginia Department of Corrections; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections seeks an Assistant Warden for Baskerville Correctional Center. The role directs multiple departments, ensures policy adherence, and supports the Warden in daily and long-range operations within a secure institutional setting.

The role requires extensive corrections leadership, DCJS certification, and deep knowledge of DOC procedures, with strong communication skills and a focus on public safety and contingency planning.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience supervising corrections staff.
• Extensive and progressive security management experience in corrections or law enforcement.
• DCJS Certification required.
• Knowledge of VADOC policies, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems effectively.
• Ability to lead, develop and counsel staff.
• Strong communication with all levels of staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of Security, Treatment, Medical, Safety and Food Service departments.
• Oversee daily operations in the absence of the Warden.
• Provide leadership and supervision to department heads and staff.
• Develop security and contingency plans; participate in long-term planning.
• Interact with inmates, staff, management, and the public to maintain safe operations.

Skills

Leadership

Security management

Communication

Problem solving

Staff development

Education

DCJS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Title: Assistant Warden: Baskerville Correctional Center #04130

State Role Title: Security Manager III

Hiring Range: $81,020.00 - $144,417.00

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Baskerville Correctional Ctr

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Contributes to the public safety mission by directing the activities of multiple areas including Security, Treatment, Medical, Safety and Food Service departments and ongoing security operations in an institutional setting. Responsible for the daily operations in the absence of the Warden. Provides daily leadership, guidance and supervision to departmental heads and other staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed and the public safety mission of the department is met. Leads, develops, counsels and disciplines staff. Assists the Warden in long-term planning, and development of security and contingency plans. Interacts with institutional, regional, divisional, and departmental management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public to maintain orderly and secure operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive experience in the supervision of corrections staff. Extensive and progressive security management experience in corrections or law enforcement. Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Certification. Comprehensive knowledge of Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) policies, procedures, and practices. Working knowledge of institutional operations, security, inmate programs and classification. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems effectively. Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and counsel staff. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and the public.

Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100. Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

Shares the monthly 24-hour duty schedule with the Warden to conduct regular weekly visits to all areas of the facility. Performs routine security checks of the perimeter and staff operations to maintain a thorough understanding of facility systems. Ensures all visits are properly documented in logbooks.

Additional Considerations

Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook programs. LEAD Graduate or equivalent applicable experience or training. Prefer working experience with Evidence Based Practices and Reentry Initiatives.

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.

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Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

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.