Jail Officer



Job Details

Jail Officer
Employer

Meherrin River Regional Jail

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

VA 23917, VA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

SMS-001

Department

Security

Opening Date

02/20/2020

Closing Date

Continuous

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.  

Typical Qualifications

  • Be a high school graduate or equivalent
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Possess a valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license
  • Have the ability to pass a physical examination and drug screening
  • Have the ability to pass an extensive criminal history and 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
  • Must maintain a telephone in residence for emergency contact
  • Must be willing to be in an on-call status

Supplemental Information

  • 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)
  • Questions can be forwarded to Ms. Rhonda Fitchett at (434) 949-6700 ext. 211.  
  • The Meherrin River Regional Jail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
     

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

  • HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays each year
  • VACATION: 8 hours per month, increasing with years of service
  • SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month
  • RETIREMENT: Virginia Retirement System
  • LIFE INSURANCE: 2 times employee's annual salary
  • HEALTH INSURANCE: 3 different plans with Anthem, one of which is provided to the employee at no cost. 

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS OFFERED:
  • Aflac Insurance
  • Deferred Compensation 457 plan through Nationwide Retirement Services
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account for Health Care Services

Employer
Meherrin River Regional Jail
Address
9000 Boydton Plank Rd

Alberta, Virginia, 23821
Phone
434-949-6706

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