What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Officer - State Farm, VCCW, Beaumont position at Virginia Department of Corrections - Multi Day Hiring Event?
$3,000 Bonus for eligible new hires!
Corrections Officers contribute to the agency’s public safety mission by providing for the safety and security of the public, staff, and supervisees by ensuring effective and safe custody and control along with compliance with policy and procedure. This is successfully accomplished through the use of evidence based practices and principles that enhance effective communication strategies and role modeling as part of collaborative multi-disciplinary teams addressing supervisees needs. Officers provide security over adult supervisees at the institution and while in transport; supervise the daily activities of supervisees while observing and recording their behavior and movement to ensure their safe and secure confinement. They interact with the visitors, staff, offenders and public to maintain orderly and secure operations.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or a GED equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and to prepare workplace reports and documentation. Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Preferred Qualifications
Stable employment history. Military or related criminal justice experience. Coursework at a community college, college, or university. Prefer individuals at least 21 years old (a waiver may be provided by the Unit Head for individuals 18-20 years old). Spanish speaking applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $44,982.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $44,982