Corrections Sergeant (Multiple Openings) : River North Correctional Center #00110

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia – Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Sergeant (Multiple Openings) with the River North Correctional Center assignment. Hiring range is $54,566 to $97,292 annually for a Security Officer IV level.

The selected candidate will supervise officers, coordinate trainings, and ensure a safe, secure institutional environment while communicating with staff, management, and inmates. Background checks and DCJS certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Current DCJS certification required.
• Working knowledge of correctional policies, procedures and practices.
• Ability to organize, plan, schedule and supervise others.
• Ability to read and understand workplace policies and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Trainees.
• Supervise and monitor staff on assigned shift for safety and security.
• Communicate with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public.
• Lead and counsel staff and ensure training is completed.
• Maintain a safe and productive workforce.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Policy understanding

Independence

Spanish fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DCJS certification

Job description

Title: Corrections Sergeant (Multiple Openings) : River North Correctional Center #00110

State Role Title:Security Officer IV

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

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:River North Corr 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.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

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. for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.