Corrections Sergeant: Lead Officer Supervisor (Nottoway)

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia seeks a Corrections Sergeant at Nottoway Correctional Center to provide first-line supervision for Corrections Officers and Trainees, overseeing a shift and ensuring a safe, secure environment. You will communicate with management, staff, visitors, and inmates while leading and mentoring staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and current Virginia DCJS Certification, with strong ability to organize, plan, schedule and document

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision to Corrections Officers and Trainees on an assigned shift.
• Lead and counsel staff; maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Communicate with management, staff, visitors, inmates and the public; complete required training.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Reading & reporting

Interpersonal communication

Policy understanding

Education

High school diploma

DCJS Certification

Tools

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Commonwealth of Virginia seeks a Corrections Sergeant at Nottoway Correctional Center to provide first-line supervision for Corrections Officers and Trainees, overseeing a shift and ensuring a safe, secure environment. You will communicate with management, staff, visitors, and inmates while leading and mentoring staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and current Virginia DCJS Certification, with strong ability to organize, plan, schedule and document