Corrections Sergeant: Pocahontas State Correctional Center8 #00118

Virginia Department of Corrections; Tazewell (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Sergeant at Pocahontas State Correctional Center to supervise officers on a shift and contribute to public safety.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and ensuring a safe, secure environment; prior supervisory experience and DCJS certification are preferred. The position requires a high school diploma and valid driver's license, with competitive Virginia state pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current 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 and documentation.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision to Corrections Officers and Corrections Officer Trainees.
• Supervise and monitor staff on assigned shift to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Communicates with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public.
• Leads and counsels staff; completes required training; maintains a safe and productive workforce.

Skills

Staff supervision

Policy comprehension

Independent work

Report writing

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DCJS certification

Job description

Title: Corrections Sergeant: Pocahontas State Correctional Center8 #00118

State Role Title: Security Officer IV

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

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Pocahontas State Corr Ctr

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

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]

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