Corrections Lieutenant: Buckingham Correctional Center #00088

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant at Buckingham Correctional Center to oversee security operations on a shift. This role supervises Security Supervisors, Corrections Officers and inmates, ensuring a safe, secure and orderly environment.

The lieutenant leads staff, coordinates schedules and supports performance management, contributing to ongoing inspections and proper post orders adherence, all while interfacing with management and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license.
• Current Virginia DCJS certification and considerable corrections or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities of Security Supervisors, Corrections Officers, and Inmates to ensure a safe, secure environment.
• Supervise and monitor staff on the assigned shift; lead and counsel staff.
• Coordinate work schedules and assign duty rosters for the shift.
• Contribute to the administration of staff performance management and conduct ongoing inspections.
• Interact with management, staff, visitors, inmates and the public to maintain orderly operations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Corrections Lieutenant: Buckingham Correctional Center #00088

State Role Title: Security Manager I

Hiring Range: $60,258.00 - $104,926.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Buckingham Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Position contributes to the public safety mission by managing daily activities of Security Supervisors, Corrections Officers, and Inmates in an institutional setting. Supervises and monitors staff on assigned shift to ensure a safe, secure, and productive environment. Leads and counsel’s staff. May coordinate work schedules and assign duty rosters for assigned shift. Contributes to administration of performance management system for staff. Conducts ongoing inspections to maintain, security, sanitation, and good order of the institution. Interacts with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public to maintain orderly and secure operations.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Certification. Considerable experience in corrections or law enforcement. Experience supervising corrections staff. Working experience planning, scheduling, and/or organizing work to include timekeeping and duty roster management. Experience in reviewing and evaluating records and reports and applying post orders. Demonstrated 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 and/or training. Working experience with evidence-based practices. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs to include outlook.

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.

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.

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.