Corrections Officer: Caroline Correctional Unit

DHRM • Hanover, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Corrections officers support public safety by protecting the public, staff, and inmates and ensuring safe, effective custody and control in accordance with policies and procedures. The role uses evidence-based practices, effective communication, and role modeling as part of collaborative, multidisciplinary teams addressing inmate needs. Officers provide security for adult inmates at the institution and during transport, supervise inmates’ daily activities, and observe and document their behavior and movement to help ensure safe and secure confinement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures and prepare workplace reports and documentation.
• Ability to lawfully possess a firearm in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment medical screening, background check, and drug testing, including screening for marijuana use.

Nice To Haves

• Stable employment history.
• Military or related criminal justice experience.
• Applicants are preferred to be at least 21 years old; the Unit Head may grant a waiver for applicants aged 18–20.
• Bilingual and multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates.
• Ensure effective and safe custody and control in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Use evidence-based practices, effective communication strategies, and role modeling as part of collaborative, multidisciplinary teams addressing inmate needs.
• Provide security over adult inmates at the institution and while in transport.
• Supervise inmates’ daily activities and observe and record their behavior and movement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED