Corrections Officer — Public Safety Career Path

Virginia Department of Corrections; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Uniforms

Career advancement

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking Corrections Officers (Hourly) at Coffeewood Correctional Center to contribute to public safety. The role includes supervision of adult supervisees, security during transport, and collaboration with staff to maintain orderly operations.

Paid training and uniforms are provided, with opportunities for career growth and excellent benefits. This wage position is limited to a 1,500-hour per agency per year cap and 29 hours per week on average, with no

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 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.
• Complete all pre-employment requirements including medical screening, background check and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide security over adult supervisees at the institution and during transport.
• Supervise daily activities and monitor behavior to ensure safe confinement.
• Interact with visitors, staff, supervisees and the public to maintain orderly and secure operations.

Skills

Policy comprehension

Documentation

Public safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking Corrections Officers (Hourly) at Coffeewood Correctional Center to contribute to public safety. The role includes supervision of adult supervisees, security during transport, and collaboration with staff to maintain orderly operations.

Paid training and uniforms are provided, with opportunities for career growth and excellent benefits. This wage position is limited to a 1,500-hour per agency per year cap and 29 hours per week on average, with no