Sergeant (Asst ITO): Greensville Correctional Center #00877

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

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections at Greensville Correctional Center seeks a Sergeant (Asst ITO) to supervise training programs and assist the Institutional Training Officer in delivering mandated trainings. The role focuses on safety, communication, and leadership within a corrections environment.

Candidates must hold DCJS certification, possess a valid driver’s license, and demonstrate ability to plan, organize, and supervise others while maintaining records and compliance with policy and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver's license.
• Current Virginia DCJS Certification; mandated training for Correctional Officers.
• Strong organization, planning and supervisory abilities; written and oral communication.
• Working knowledge of security equipment including firearms and radios.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Institutional Training Officer in planning, organizing, and delivering training programs for employees.
• Communicate with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public; supervise staff on assigned shifts.
• Provide first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Trainees in an institutional setting.
• Maintain a safe and productive workforce and ensure a secure environment.

Skills

Supervision of staff

Oral and written communication

Security equipment knowledge

Planning and scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DCJS Certification

General Instructor Certification (Firearms/First Aid/Defensive Tactics)

Job description

Title: Sergeant (Asst ITO): Greensville Correctional Center #00877

State Role Title: Security Officer IV

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

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Greensville Correctional Ctr

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Position assists the Institutional Training Officer in planning, organizing, coordinating, and in the implementation and delivery of all training programs for employees as mandated by the Department of Criminal Justice Services, American Correctional Association, and Virginia Department of Corrections. Communicates with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public. Leads and counsel's staff. Completes required training. Maintains a safe and productive workforce. Provides 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.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license. Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Certification. Successful completion of mandated training for Correctional Officers and all other mandated training. Working knowledge and understanding of correctional policies, procedures, and practices. Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, schedule and supervise the work of others. Working knowledge in the use of security equipment including firearms, radio equipment, physical control devices, electric and electronic controls. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare workplace reports and documentation. Demonstrated ability to sufficiently receive, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions.

Additional Considerations

Advanced knowledge or equivalent applicable experience and training. Current DCJS General Instructor Certification in at least one of the following areas: Firearms, First Aid/CPR, and Defensive Tactics Certification. Knowledge of adult training methods. Demonstrated ability to produce written reports using a computer. Experience delivering training in criminal justice, corrections, or law enforcement environment. Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement in carrying out group's tasks within established guidelines. demonstrated ability to present class materials to groups in a training setting.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: Emailed Applications are not accepted.

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.