Captain: Bland Correctional Center #00435

Virginia Department of Corrections; Virginia; On-site; USD 67,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Captain: Bland Correctional Center to oversee daily security operations as shift commander. The role directs security supervisors and staff, coordinates schedules, and ensures safety and adherence to procedures within a correctional facility.

The position requires DCJS certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and demonstrated experience in supervising corrections staff, policy knowledge, and the ability to lead and counsel staff while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• DCJS Certification is required.
• Experience supervising corrections staff is required.
• Knowledge of departmental and institutional policies is expected.
• Ability to plan, schedule and manage timekeeping and rosters.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of security supervisors and staff as shift commander.
• Coordinate and review work on the assigned shift to maintain safety and security.
• Lead, develop and counsel staff; manage schedules and performance processes.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with security policies and post audits.
• Interact with management, staff, visitors, inmates and the public to maintain orderly operations.

Skills

Supervision

Scheduling

Policy knowledge

Communication

Firearms & radio ops

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DCJS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Captain: Bland Correctional Center #00435

State Role Title: Security Manager II

Hiring Range: $66,518.00 - $113,266.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Bland Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Position contributes to the public safety mission by directing daily activities of security supervisors and support staff as shift commander in an institutional setting. Coordinates and reviews the work of others on assigned shift to ensure a safe, secure, and productive environment. Leads, develops, and counsels staff. Responsible for work schedules, duty rosters and performance management system for staff. Conducts ongoing inspections to ensure compliance with security post audit, policies and procedures governing all aspects of institutional operations. Interacts with management, staff, visitors, inmates and the public to maintain orderly and secure operations.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Operator’s License. DCJS Certification. Working knowledge of departmental policies, institutional policies, operating practices, procedures, and inmate programs. Progressive security working experience within the Virginia Department of Corrections. Experience in the supervision of corrections staff. Experience planning, scheduling, and/or organizing work for others to include timekeeping and duty roster management. Demonstrated working knowledge of practices and procedures governing security and/or administration. Ability to receive, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions. Working knowledge in the use of firearms, radio equipment, physical control devices, electric and electronic controls.

Additional Considerations

LEAD Graduate or equivalent applicable experience or training. Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office Programs. Knowledge and experience with Evidence Based Practices.

Special Instructions

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.
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 résumé.
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.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

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.