Corrections Sergeant: Green Rock Correctional Center #00114

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

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Sergeant at Green Rock Correctional Center. You will supervise Corrections Officers and Trainees, coordinate daily security operations, and ensure a safe, compliant institutional environment.

The role requires DCJS certification, strong leadership, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public. Spanish fluency is considered a plus, and the position is based at Green Rock Correctional Center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current DCJS certification.
• Working knowledge of correctional policies and procedures.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Trainees on an institutional shift.
• Lead and counsel staff and monitor safety and security.
• Communicate with management, staff, visitors, inmates and the public.
• Complete required training and maintain a safe, productive workforce.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Spanish language

Job description

Title: Corrections Sergeant: Green Rock Correctional Center #00114

State Role Title: Security Officer IV

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

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Green Rock 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.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]