Corrections Officer - Training, Benefits & Career Growth

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking Corrections Officers for Red Onion State Prison. This role involves maintaining safety and security, supervising adult supervisees, and ensuring orderly operations within a correctional facility.

The position offers paid training, uniforms, benefits, and opportunities for career growth, with pre-employment requirements including medical screening, background checks, and drug testing. A valid driver’s license is required and bilinguals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of the public, staff, and supervisees.
• Provide security over adult supervisees at the institution and during transport.
• Observe and record behavior and movement to ensure safe confinement.
• Interact with visitors, staff, supervisees and the public to maintain orderly operations.

Skills

Reading workplace policies

Background checks

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking Corrections Officers for Red Onion State Prison. This role involves maintaining safety and security, supervising adult supervisees, and ensuring orderly operations within a correctional facility.

The position offers paid training, uniforms, benefits, and opportunities for career growth, with pre-employment requirements including medical screening, background checks, and drug testing. A valid driver’s license is required and bilinguals are encouraged to apply.