Control Room Operator (11pm-7am, Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday- Saturday)

The Western Virginia Regional Jail is seeking applicants for (1) full-time Control Room Operators who will work as unarmed civilians directly reporting to a sworn supervisor.

The qualified applicants will constantly monitor all facility activities via electronic video cameras and remotely control the movement of all personnel within the Jail by operating the electronic controls for all doors and auxiliary equipment. Qualified applicants will also assist sworn officers by monitoring and reporting inmate activities via control rooms and entering required information in post logs.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency, be a U.S. citizen, hold a valid Virginia driver’s license, and pass a background investigation. Applicants must also be able to perform the essential job functions as described in the job description.

No specific experience is required but courses in the field of criminal justice and or corrections is preferred. Prior skill sets in typing or computer operation are also preferred. Please see the job description for the list of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary in order to apply for this position.

Interested applicants will need to complete a WVRJ Job Application and pass a basic skills assessment to be considered for employment.

These are 8 hour shift positions working 11PM to 7AM, Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday.

The position offers a competitive salary of $37,684 to $49,501, depending on experience.

Full-time positions offer many competitive benefits and incentives to include, but are not limited to:

• Health plans starting as low as $32.84 per month
• Dental plans starting as low as $7.44 per month
• Vision plans starting as low as $5.94 per month
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) retirement
• Meals provided at no cost to the employee during assigned shifts
• Paid on-the-job training
• Annual paid sick/vacation leave accrual
• Annual paid holidays, based on the Virginia State calendar
• Onsite employee fitness room available at no cost 24 hours a day
• Offsite wellness clinic provided at no cost to employees & spouses enrolled in the health plan

Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to pass a basic medical physical with a drug screen to include Marijuana (THC), and a psychological screening.

Opportunities for those interested in becoming a sworn certified Correctional Officer may be available.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $37,684.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37,684 - $49,501