Corrections Officer: Central Virginia Correctional Unit #13016

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Corrections Officer for Central Virginia Correctional Unit #13016. The role focuses on inmate custody and safety at the facility and during transport, enforcing agency policies and procedures.

A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible new hires. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read and comprehend policies. Pre-employment checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and to prepare workplace reports.
• Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Pre-employment requirements include medical screening, background check and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide security over adult inmates at the institution and during transport.
• Supervise the daily activities of inmates while observing and recording behavior and movement.
• Ensure safe confinement and compliance with policy and procedure.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams addressing inmate needs.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Policy comprehension

Firearm possession

Bi-lingual encouraged

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Corrections Officer: Central Virginia Correctional Unit #13016

State Role Title: Security Officer III

Hiring Range: $49,391.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Central VA Corr Unit 13

Agency Website: vadoc.virginia.gov/career-opportunities/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

***$3,000 Sign-On Bonus Available to Eligible New Hires!*** Corrections officers contribute to the public safety mission by providing for the safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates by ensuring effective and safe custody and control along with compliance with policy and procedure. Successfully accomplished through the use of evidence-based practices and principles that enhance effective communication strategies and role modeling as part of collaborative multi-disciplinary teams addressing inmate needs. Officers provide security over adult inmates at the institution and while in transport; supervise the daily activities of inmates while observing and recording their behavior and movement to ensure their safe and secure confinement.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or a GED equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare workplace reports and documentation. Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements which include medical screening, background check and drug testing to include screening for marijuana use.

Additional Considerations

Stable employment history, military or related criminal justice experience. Prefer individuals at least 21 years old (a waiver may be provided by the Unit Head for individuals 18-20 years old). Bi-lingual and Multi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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.