Corrections Sergeant (Intel): Pocahontas State Correctional Center #00434

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Tazewell, VA

6d•$52,721 - $94,002•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for contributing to the public safety mission by providing first-line supervision to Corrections Officers and Corrections Officer Trainees in an institutional setting. The Corrections Sergeant supervises and monitors staff on the assigned shift to ensure a safe and secure environment. This role involves communicating with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public, as well as leading and counseling staff. The position requires completing required training and maintaining a safe and productive workforce.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License.
Current DCJS certification.
Working knowledge and understanding of correctional policies, procedures, and practices.
Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, schedule and supervise the work of others.
Ability to sufficiently receive, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to read and comprehend and to prepare workplace reports and documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience.
Equivalent training or experience.
Demonstrated ability to produce written reports using a computer.
Bi-lingual and Multi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Providing first line supervision to Corrections Officers and Corrections Officer Trainees in an institutional setting.
Supervising and monitoring staff on assigned shift to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Communicating with management, staff, visitors, inmates, and the public.
Leading and counseling staff.
Completing required training.
Maintaining a safe and productive workforce.