Corrections Officer — Public Safety Impact + $3K Sign-On

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Corrections is hiring a Corrections Officer at Lunenburg Correctional Center to ensure safety and secure custody of inmates and staff, following policy and procedures.

Qualifications: high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, ability to read and document policies, ability to possess a firearm, and successful completion of medical, background and drug tests. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates and ensure safety and security at the institution and during transport, observing and recording inmate behavior and movement to ensure confinement.

Job description

The Virginia Department of Corrections is hiring a Corrections Officer at Lunenburg Correctional Center to ensure safety and secure custody of inmates and staff, following policy and procedures.

Qualifications: high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, ability to read and document policies, ability to possess a firearm, and successful completion of medical, background and drug tests. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered for eligible applicants.