Correction Officer Jobs in Virginia

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Corrections Officer: Dillwyn Correctional Center #00416

  • Buckingham, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Buckingham, VA
  • 14 hours ago

* 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...

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...

Corrections Officer

  • Reston, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 14 hours ago

This position has been approved for Primary Law Enforcement Coverage, Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: GL-05: To qualify at the GL-05 grade level you must meet ONE of the following...

Jail Officer

  • Manassas, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 15 hours ago

STARTING SALARY: $61,548.86 100% credit given for prior Jail Officer or Correctional Officer service up to 10 years. 1 yr. of exp. - $63,395.33 6 yrs. of exp. - $73,492.56 2 yrs. of exp. - $65,297.19...

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

  • Prince George, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Prince George, VA
  • 6 days ago

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities....

Corrections Officer: Buckingham Correctional Center #00498

  • Buckingham, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Buckingham, VA
  • 8 days ago

* 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...

* 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...

Jail Officer Lateral/Certified (CD)

  • Hanover, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Hanover, VA
  • 9 days ago

Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms and other emergency equipment, including breathing apparatus and fire extinguishers....

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...

Correctional Officer

  • Hopewell, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Hopewell, VA
  • 12 days ago

leave Duties of a Correctional Officer As a FBOP Correctional Officer, youre someone working to affect change, inside the hearts and minds of adults in custody while building your career....

Senior Detention Officer

  • Farmville, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Farmville, VA
  • 14 days ago

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven bya deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibilityto better the public good. We are currently seeking a Senior Detention...

Jail Officer

  • Prince William, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Prince William, VA
  • 14 days ago

STARTING SALARY: $61,548.86 100% credit given for prior Jail Officer or Correctional Officer service up to 10 years. 1 yr. of exp. - $63,395.33 6 yrs. of exp. - $73,492.56 2 yrs. of exp. - $65,297.19...

Jail Officer Entry Level (CD)

  • Hanover, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Hanover, VA
  • 14 days ago

Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms and other emergency equipment, including breathing apparatus and fire extinguishers....

Corrections Sergeant: Red Onion State Prison #00350

  • Wise, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Wise, VA
  • 16 days ago

line supervision to Corrections Officers and Corrections Officer Trainees in an institutional setting....

Corrections Officer: Cold Springs Correctional Unit 10 #10032

  • Staunton, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 19 days ago

Corr Unit 10 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...

Demographic Data for Virginia

Moving to Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about Virginia below.


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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Correction Officer positions.



Highest Education Level

Correction Officers in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
High School or GED
26.5%
Associate's Degree
17.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
Master's Degree
7.9%
Some College
3.0%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Virginia
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%


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