Corrections Officer: Wallens Ridge State Prison

Title

Corrections Officer:
Wallens Ridge State Prison - #08828

Security Officer III

Hiring Range: $51,643.00 – Pay Band 3

Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Wallens Ridge State Prison

www.vadoc.virginia.gov

General Public - G

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. 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 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.

• High School Diploma or 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
• Successfully complete all pre‑employment requirements which include medical screening, background check and drug testing (including screening for marijuana use)

• Stable employment history, military or related criminal justice experience
• Prefer individuals at least 21 years old (a waiver may be provided by the Unit Head for individuals 18–20 years old)
• Bi‑lingual and Multi‑lingual applicants are encouraged to apply

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education relevant to employment, credit checks, and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety‑sensitive position are subject to a pre‑employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand–delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

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 nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Name:
Human Resources

Phone: 276‑524‑3670

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.