Corrections Officer: St. Brides Correctional Center

Job Duties

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus Available to Eligible New Hires! Corrections officers contribute to the public safety mission by providing for the safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates by ensuring effective and safe custody and control along with compliance with policy and procedure. 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 inmate needs.

Officers provide security over adult inmates at the institution and while in transport; supervise the daily activities of inmates while observing and recording their behavior and movement to ensure their safe and secure confinement.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, inmates, and the public.
• Ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Observing and recording inmate behavior and movements.
• Providing evidence-based practices and communication strategies.
• Participating in collaborative multi-disciplinary teams.

• 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.
• Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements including medical screening, background check and drug testing to include screening for marijuana use.

• Stable employment history, military or related criminal justice experience.
• Preference for individuals at least 21 years old (waiver may be provided for 18-20).
• Bi-lingual and multi-lingual applicants encouraged.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply.