Corrections Officer: Wallens Ridge State Prison - #08828

DHRM; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Officer at Wallens Ridge State Prison to ensure safety and custody of inmates and staff. The role requires enforcing procedures, maintaining security, and reporting activities.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and eligibility to possess a firearm. Pre-employment screenings are required, including medical, background, and drug testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare reports.
• Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in Virginia.
• Successful completion of medical, background, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security of staff, inmates, and the public.
• Supervise inmate activities and movements to ensure confinement.
• Enforce policy and procedures and document observations.

Skills

Workplace reports

Firearm eligibility

Policy comprehension

Pre-employment screening

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Corrections Officer: Wallens Ridge State Prison - #08828

State Role Title: Security Officer III

Hiring Range: $51,643.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Wallens Ridge State Prison

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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.

Advertised: 29 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time