Corrections Sergeant: First-Line Supervisor & Leader

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia in Deerfield is seeking a Corrections Sergeant at Deerfield Correctional Center. The role oversees Corrections Officers and Trainees, ensuring a safe, secure environment and effective shift supervision.

You will coordinate communication with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public, and lead and counsel staff while ensuring required training is completed. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and current

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current DCJS certification.
• Ability to organize, plan, schedule and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare workplace reports and documentation.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Corrections Officer Trainees in an institutional setting.
• Supervise and monitor staff on assigned shift to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Communicate with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public.
• Lead and counsel staff.
• Complete required training.
• Maintain a safe and productive workforce.

Job description

Commonwealth of Virginia in Deerfield is seeking a Corrections Sergeant at Deerfield Correctional Center. The role oversees Corrections Officers and Trainees, ensuring a safe, secure environment and effective shift supervision.

You will coordinate communication with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public, and lead and counsel staff while ensuring required training is completed. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and current