Jail Officer

Meherrin River Regional Jail | Alberta, VA

Posted Date 5/30/2018

Description To coordinate, control and direct the movement of prisoners. Jail officers' intake, process, transport, and provide for the safety and security of inmates, staff members and the community. Officers may be assigned other duties specific to specialized areas of the jail as well.

Be a high school graduate or equivalent
Must be 18 years of age
Possess a valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license
Have the ability to pass a physical examination and drug screening
Have the ability to pass an extensive criminal history, background check
Must complete special training as required by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, including use of firearms, first aid, chemical and electronic weapons systems, within twelve months of hire date
A telephone must be maintained (residence or cell phone)
Must be willing to be in an on-call status

The majority of positions will be shift work, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. (5:30 Briefing)
Starting Salary: Uncertified officers $49,640.85 – DCJS certified jail officers $51,904.47
Questions can be forwarded to Ms. Rhonda Fitchett at (434) 949-6700 ext. 211.
Currently we are offering a sign on bonus of $1,000.00 for Jail Officers.
The Meherrin River Regional Jail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We use E-VERIFY for All New Hires.

Salary49,640.85 - 49,640.85 Annual

Field

Corrections

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma

Jail Officer

Meherrin River Regional Jail | Alberta, VA

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