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Jail Officer

Meherrin River Regional Jail
Boydton, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
JOB To coordinate, control and direct the movement of prisoners. Jail officers' intake, process, transport, and provide for the safety and security of inmates, staff members and the community. Officers may be assigned other duties specific to specialized areas of the jail as well. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
  • The majority of positions will be shift work, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. (5:30 Briefing)
  • Starting Salary: Uncertified officers $49,640.85 – DCJS certified jail officers $51,904.47
  • Questions can be forwarded to Ms. Rhonda Fitchett at (434) 949-6700 ext. 211.
  • Currently we are offering a sign on bonus of $1,000.00 for Jail Officers.
  • The Meherrin River Regional Jail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • We use E-VERIFY for All New Hires.

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