Career Opportunities
Launch Your Career in Public Safety
As the largest state agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia, we offer a wide range of career opportunities in locations across the state. Whether you're an educator, healthcare professional, farmer, administrative professional, or security expert, there's a place for you on our team.
Join us and discover opportunities to develop your career and unlock your full potential!
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Hiring Events
The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) regularly hosts hiring events across the Commonwealth of Virginia. We are always seeking dedicated, hard-working individuals committed to public safety.
Upcoming Event Highlight
VADOC Hiring Event
- Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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- 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
We'll be accepting applications for the following positions:
Corrections OfficerWe are hiring for the following locations:
Deerfield Correctional Center, Greensville Correctional Center, Lawrenceville Correctional Center, Sussex State Prison Complex
Additional Upcoming Events
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12Feb
VADOC Hiring Event
February 12, 2025
Eastern Region Office
14545 Old Belfield Road, Capron, VA 238299:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Types of Positions:
Corrections OfficerLocations Hiring for:
Deerfield Correctional Center, Greensville Correctional Center, Lawrenceville Correctional Center, Sussex State Prison Complex -
13Feb
VADOC Hiring Event
February 13, 2025
Workforce Center
861 Glen Rock Road, Norfolk, VA 235028:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Types of Positions:
Corrections OfficerLocations Hiring for:
Indian Creek Correctional Center, St. Brides Correctional Center -
18Feb
VADOC Hiring Event
February 18, 2025
Academy for Staff Development
1900 River Road West, Crozier, VA 230299:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Types of Positions:
Corrections OfficerLocations Hiring for:
Beaumont Correctional Center, State Farm Correctional Center, Virginia Correctional Center For Women
How To Prepare For The Event
What to Expect
Recruiters will be available to discuss job openings, career paths, benefits, and answer any questions you may have. Candidates should be prepared to be interviewed on the day of the event. If selected for employment, background checks, fingerprinting, drug testing, and medical screening will be carried out on the day of the event which may result in same day offers.
What to Bring
Please bring the following to the event:
- A valid driver’s license
- Proof of eligibility to work (social security card, birth certificate, or passport)
- Proof of highest level of education (original diploma/degree documentation)
- Military veterans (DD214 documentation)
What to Wear
Professional business attire is recommended.
Featured Careers
Embark on a rewarding journey in one of these in-demand careers.
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Corrections Officers
Uphold our public safety mission by maintaining safety and security of adult inmates.
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Mental Health Professionals
Provide mental health services including assessments, therapy sessions, and treatment plans.
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Probation Officers
Supervise, monitor, and support probationers to help ensure successful reintegration.
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Nurses
Deliver healthcare services, ensuring continuity of care and promoting inmate well-being.
Benefits
VADOC's benefits demonstrates commitment to supporting its employees' well-being, professional growth, and overall satisfaction, contributing to a positive work culture and organizational success.
Mission Driven Work & Stable Environment
Safety, Accountability and Excellence.
Our dedicated public safety employees reduce recidivism by providing supervision, education, treatment and programming fostering safer environments and communities throughout the Commonwealth.
VADOC offers job stability and security while making a difference in the lives of others.
Career Advancement
Be challenged and rewarded while learning with the largest state employer in the Commonwealth. VADOC invests in your growth by providing training and leadership development.
Dedicated to internal promotional and career progression opportunities, at VADOC, you can reach your full potential.
Sense of Community
Become part of a supportive team of Corrections Professionals committed to public safety and positive change in public safety.
Insurance
We offer affordable health insurance supporting health and wellness, mental health, emergency care and prescription drugs, ensuring access to quality healthcare.
Holiday/Paid Leave
In addition to 14 paid holidays, we offer generous leave options including annual, family personal, sick, parental and school assistance/volunteer and more.
VALORS
Under the Virginia Retirement System, VALORS employees are typically eligible to retire approximately 5 years earlier, with a higher retirement multiplier of 2% for qualified positions when they retire.
Positions include Corrections Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captains, Major, Probation Officer, Probation Deputy Chief and Probation Chief.
Education Reimbursement/Learning Organization
Aligned with our core value of learning, the VADOC is committed to supporting the professional development of our staff.
One of the many benefits available to full-time employees is the tuition assistance and educational leave program.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding VADOC career opportunities, please reach out to the VADOC Talent Acquisition Team using the information provided below.
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Corrections Officer Inquiries
(434) 594-2088
jerry.streat@vadoc.virginia.gov -
Health Services & Mental Health Inquiries
(804) 887-8166
health-recruitment@vadoc.virginia.gov -
General Recruitment Inquiries
(804) 659-3479
recruitment@vadoc.virginia.gov
