Regional Jail Sergeant

Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

YMCA membership

Paid time off

Hazardous Duty Supplement (VRS)

Job summary

The Western Tidewater Regional Jail is seeking a dedicated Jail Officer to maintain the safety and security of the facility, inmates, staff, and the public. You will conduct security rounds, supervise housing units, enforce procedures, and respond to emergencies with professionalism.

Applicants must be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, pass DMV and background checks, and be DCJS certified. The job includes paid training and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• DMV transcript and criminal background checks must be acceptable.
• MUST BE CURRENTLY DCJS CERTIFIED TO WORK IN A REGIONAL JAIL.

Responsibilities

• Maintains custody, care, control, and security of inmates, staff, and equipment within a regional jail.
• Directs and interacts with inmates on a constant basis while supervising daily activity and ensuring order and compliance with established rules and regulations.
• Performs security rounds, inspects housing units, monitors inmates and controls doors as per policy.
• Responds to emergencies and defends self and others; performs basic lifesaving activities when needed.

Skills

DCJS certified

Defensive tactics

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WESTERN TIDEWATER REGIONAL JAIL

2402 Godwin Boulevard, Suffolk, Virginia 23434

Telephone: [phone] Ext. 555

Sign On Bonus up to $4,000 Available!

• Looking for a career with job security?
• Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?
• Looking to make a good living, become more confident, and be a role model of strength and respect?
• Is your work/life balance a problem?
• Would you enjoy working only 13 days a month in a full-time position with awesome benefits?
• Want to have access to affordable health, dental, vision & other benefits, including paid leave?
• Would you like to retire at age 50 after only working 25 years?
• Are you currently a DCJS certified Jail Officer?

IF YOU ANSWERED YES TO THESE QUESTIONS, THEN IT’S TIME YOU JOIN OUR TEAM OF JAIL OFFICERS!

Job Description

The Jail Officer is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the facility to include all inmates, personnel, and the public.

• Maintains custody, care, control, and security of inmates, staff, and equipment within a regional jail.
• Directs and interacts with inmates on a constant basis while supervising daily activity and ensuring order and compliance with established rules and regulations.
• Performs security rounds, inspects housing units, continuously monitors special status inmates, and controls doors throughout the facility in accordance with policy and standards.
• Reviews shift pass-down and inmate information necessary for a safe and smooth shift transition.
• Performs headcounts, feeding, and resolves inmate issues.
• Escorts inmates to and from various locations inside and outside of the facility when necessary.
• Enforces rules in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.
• Provides assistance and direction to inmates on issues, procedures, behavior, and schedules.
• Accurately prepares, maintains, and updates computerized logs and detailed reports.
• Responds and takes action in emergency situations to include defending self and others, performs basic lifesaving activities, and provides back up support for other officers when necessary.
• Notifies medical staff of any health conditions or symptoms with urgency when necessary.
• Provides coaching and guidance to staff members to ensure operations are in accordance with established policy.
• Participates in daily muster meetings to exchange critical Passdown information with staff.
• Facilitates daily security scanning/searching of staff and their belongings to ensure safety.
• Acts as the Watch Commander in the absence of the Lieutenant.

Benefits

• Paid training and promotional opportunities.
• Membership in the Virginia Retirement System with the Hazardous Duty Supplement.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account, Legal Resources, Life Insurance.
• YMCA Membership at highly discounted rates.
• Paid time off.

Activities Requiring Physical Fitness

• Defensive Tactics Program: kneeling, bending, handcuffing, squatting, etc.
• Firearms Training: kneeling, running, bending, pull pistol trigger with strong hand and off hand, holding pistol with two hands, using off hand to assist with reloads and immediate action drills (malfunctions)
• Must be able to defend self and other when necessary.
• Must be able to occasionally sit and work on a computer.
• Must be able to walk extensively, run occasionally, and climb stairs.
• Must be available to work 12-hour rotating shifts, day or night. Jail Officers are essential personnel subject to recall at any time and are required to report during emergencies and/or inclement weather events.
• Must be able to work in a high stress environment with constant noise and occasional foul odors.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma from an accredited high school or GED. A valid driver’s license is required. Basic basic computer skills are required. DMV transcript and criminal background checks must be acceptable. MUST BE CURRENTLY DCJS CERTIFIED TO WORK IN A REGIONAL JAIL.