Jail Officer

As a Jail Officer, you play a critical role in maintaining the safety, security, and order of our correctional facility.

You directly impact the lives of inmates and staff by upholding professional standards and ensuring a secure environment.

This position requires vigilance, composure, and a commitment to public safety, serving as a frontline guardian within the justice system.

You contribute significantly to the smooth operation of daily activities and the overall well-being of the institution.

The Jail Officer performs essential duties that uphold correctional standards and ensure facility security.

You:

• Monitors and supervises inmates within housing units, during recreation, and throughout daily activities, ensuring their safety and adherence to facility rules.
• Enforces all correctional procedures, policies, and regulations consistently and fairly to maintain discipline and order.
• Conducts regular security operations, including patrols, searches for contraband, and inspections of cells and common areas.
• Responds to inmate conflicts and utilizes de-escalation techniques to resolve disputes peacefully and prevent escalation.
• Applies conflict resolution strategies to mediate disagreements and foster a stable environment.
• Acts swiftly and decisively during emergency response situations, including disturbances, medical emergencies, or facility breaches.
• Provides immediate crisis intervention for inmates experiencing emotional or psychological distress.
• Prepares clear, concise, and accurate report writing on incidents, observations, and daily activities.
• Ensures strict policy adherence to all institutional guidelines, state, and federal laws.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail in observing inmate behavior, facility conditions, and potential security risks.

To satisfactorily accomplish the functions of this job, you must meet the following qualifications:

• Possesses a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• No prior experience in corrections is required ; we provide comprehensive training.

• Demonstrates effective techniques for inmate supervision .
• Applies comprehensive knowledge of correctional procedures .
• Executes robust security operations .
• Utilizes proven de-escalation tactics.
• Employs effective conflict resolution strategies.
• Performs swift and decisive emergency response actions.
• Provides critical crisis intervention .
• Produces clear and accurate report writing .
• Ensures strict policy adherence .
• Maintains exceptional attention to detail .

• Stands and walks for extended periods.
• Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Responds physically to emergency situations, which may include restraining individuals.
• Works in a secure, structured environment that can be demanding and stressful.
• Maintains mental alertness and situational awareness at all times.

• Starting pay $49,391.00
• $50,000.00 + in the first year with overtime
• $51,643.00 after one year of completion

• 12 Vacation days/year

• Jail Funded Retirement program through the Virginia Retirement System

• All training is local and provided by Middle River Regional Jail