Senior Correctional Officer & Shift Supervisor

State of West Virginia; Belington (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking a Correctional Officer (Sergeant rank) to supervise in a correctional facility, ensuring safety and security for inmates, staff, and the public. This role emphasizes adherence to policy and procedure and may involve shift supervision and mid-level supervision within a unit.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least four years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in correctional/criminal justice or related field.
• Substitution: college coursework may substitute for experience at 1 year per 30 hours of study.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily inmate activities and ensure safe confinement.
• Conduct roll calls and relay information between shifts.
• Initiate searches of facility, inmates, and visitors as needed.
• Monitor inmate movement and observations to maintain security.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of West Virginia is seeking a Correctional Officer (Sergeant rank) to supervise in a correctional facility, ensuring safety and security for inmates, staff, and the public. This role emphasizes adherence to policy and procedure and may involve shift supervision and mid-level supervision within a unit.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least four years of related experience.