Virginia JobsAn official website of the Commonwealth of Virginia Here's how you knowAn official websiteHere's how you know

Virginia Mountain View

    Corrections Officer: Bland Correctional Center

    • 5037663
    • Bland, Virginia, United States, 24315
    • Bland Correctional Center
    • Public Safety
    • Full-Time (Salaried)
    • Dept of Corr - Central Admin
    Video Player is loading.
    Current Time 0:00
    Duration 0:00
    Loaded: 0%
    Stream Type LIVE
    Remaining Time 0:00
     
    1x
      • Chapters
      • descriptions off, selected
      • captions off, selected

        Title: Corrections Officer: Bland Correctional Center

        State Role Title: Security Officer III- 69113

        Hiring Range: $46,311

        Pay Band:

        Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

        Location: Bland Correctional Center

        Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

        Recruitment Type: General Public - G

        Job Duties

        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.

        Minimum Qualifications

        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 which include medical screening, background check and drug testing to include screening for marijuana use.

        Additional Considerations

        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.

        Special Instructions

        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.

        If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

        Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations 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, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

        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 11:55pm 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.


        Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state 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. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

        If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
        Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations 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, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
        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 11:55pm 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.
        Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site. Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state 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

        Contact Information

        Name: Human Resources

        Phone: 276-688-8837

        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.

         

        Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

        Sign up for job alerts

        Public Safety
        Full-Time (Salaried)
        Bland, Virginia, United States
        Dept of Corr - Central Admin

        Not You?

        Thank you

        Share this job

        Not You?

        Thank you for sharing this job

        Similar Jobs

        Licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (varying levels)

        University of Virginia R0072834 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Research
        The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine (Interventional Cardiology) at the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine, is currently seeking applicants for a licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (varying levels) to join a dynamic growing t...

        Lab and Research Tech or Lab Specialist (Varying Levels) - Flowers Lab

        University of Virginia R0072822 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Research
        The Flowers Lab in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab and Research Technician or Lab Specialist, Varying Levels. The Flowers Lab (flowerslab.org) is focused on understanding the very early stages of Alzheimer’...

        Postdoctoral Research Associate

        University of Virginia R0072655 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Research
        The Well-Being for Early Learning Lab (WELLab) at the Center for the Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) in the School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for a part-time Research Associate...

        Registered Nurse (RN) - Mother Baby Antepartum (Wage)

        University of Virginia R0072093 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Nursing
        This is your moment to join the team at one of the nation’s premier academic health systems and the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Our hospital is a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center, of...

        Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations

        University of Virginia R0072868 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Finance, Business & Human Resources
        The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for an Assistant/Associate Athletics Direc...

        Occupational Therapist (OT) - Adult Acute Care (Charlottesville, VA)

        University of Virginia R0072327 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Allied Health - Technicians & Professionals
        An OT1 is an entry level occupational therapist who may be a new graduate or new to a medical setting. An OT1 provides safe and competent patient care at a basic level and shows growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. A ther...

        Apply Now

        Not You?

        Thank you

        Please choose a agency