Corrections Major: Coffeewood Correctional Center #00143

DHRM; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Security Manager II at Coffeewood Correctional Center to direct security operations and supervise multiple shifts. The role guides staff, enforces post orders, and collaborates with Warden leadership to ensure safety and compliance across the facility.

The position requires DCJS certification, extensive corrections supervision experience, and strong planning abilities for contingency operations within a major institution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver's license; DCJS certification.
• Extensive experience supervising corrections staff.
• Experience as DOC Watch Commander or Shift Commander.
• Knowledge of VADOC policies, procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct ongoing security operations in an institutional setting.
• Coordinate and review the work of security supervisors across shifts.
• Lead, develop, counsel, and discipline staff.
• Assist leadership in long-term security planning and contingency development.

Skills

Supervision of corrections staff

Watch Commander experience

Policy interpretation

Staff development and counseling

Problem solving

Communication

Post orders development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DCJS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Title:

Corrections Major: Coffeewood Correctional Center #00143

State Role Title:

Security Manager II

Hiring Range:

$73,406 - $122,386

Pay Band:

5

Agency:

Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:

Coffeewood Correctional Center

Agency Website:

www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type:

Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Enhances public safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia and Department of Corrections staff and inmates, by meeting re-entry objectives and by providing effective security services, programming, custody, and control of adult inmates in a major correctional facility. Position contributes to the public safety mission by directing ongoing security operations in an institutional setting. Coordinates and reviews the work of security supervisors on all shifts to ensure a safe, secure, and productive environment. Leads, develops, counsels, and disciplines staff. Conducts periodic inspections to ensure compliance with security post audit, policies and procedures governing all aspects of institutional operations. Assists the Warden and Assistant 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

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Certification. Extensive experience in the supervision of corrections staff. Experience working as a Department of Corrections (DOC) Watch Commander or Shift Commander. Working experience developing post orders, interpreting, and explaining written policies and procedures to staff. Comprehensive knowledge of Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) policies, procedures, and practices. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems effectively. Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and counsel staff. Considerable working knowledge of physical control of inmates, self-defense, first aid procedures, radio communications, and evidence seizure and control.

Additional Considerations

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

EEO Statement

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. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Inclusion and Alternate Hiring Process

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. 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.

Advertised:

02 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close:

16 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION