Corrections Sergeant: Deerfield Correctional Work Center #00889

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Sergeant at Deerfield Correctional Work Center to supervise officers on a shift and uphold safety and security standards. This role reports to the Central Admin and supports staff development.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and current DCJS certification. Fluency in Spanish and prior supervisory experience are considered advantages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current DCJS certification is required.
• Ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Trainees.
• Supervise and monitor staff on assigned shift to ensure a safe, secure environment.
• Communicate with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public; lead and counsel staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

DCJS certification

Driver's license

Policy comprehension

Spanish fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Corrections Sergeant: Deerfield Correctional Work Center #00889

State Role Title: Security Officer IV

Hiring Range: $54,566.00 - $97,292.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Deerfield Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Position is responsible for contributing to the public safety mission by providing first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Corrections Officer Trainees in an institutional setting. Supervises and monitors staff on assigned shift to ensure a safe and secure environment. Communicates with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public. Leads and counsel’s staff. Completes required training. Maintains a safe and productive workforce.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Current DCJS certification. Working knowledge and understanding of correctional policies, procedures, and practices. Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, schedule and supervise the work of others. Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare workplace reports and documentation. Ability to sufficiently receive, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, schedule and supervise the work of others. Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare workplace reports and documentation.

Additional Considerations

Previous supervisory experience. Demonstrated ability to produce written reports using a computer. Equivalent training or experience. Demonstrated ability to produce written reports using a computer. Fluency in Spanish.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]