Henrico

Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of the management of modern correctional institutions, organizational management, and personnel management; extensive knowledge of mandated regulations from the Department of Corrections, American Correctional Association accreditation requirements, and Prison Rape Elimination Act standards; extensive knowledge of the Sheriff's administrative and facility operations; extensive knowledge of available local, state and federal resources and regulatory agencies; thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, safety regulations and other work related precautions related to facility and inmate management as well as County safety and risk management policies and practices; considerable knowledge of courtroom procedures and judicial processes; considerable knowledge of institutional best practices and mandated practices for the care and custody of prisoners; ability to work effectively as a team member and leader; excellent communication skills with the ability to present ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely both orally and in writing to diverse audiences; demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships with other Public Safety agencies; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees and the public as well as professional organizations, local, state and federal resources and regulatory agencies and other resources relevant to the department's operations; ability to cooperate with and to accurately interpret and apply regulations and anti-recidivism philosophies, practices and programs to County authorities, judicial authorities, regulatory agencies, inmates and the general public; ability to collaborate effectively to achieve department and County goals; demonstrated excellent political savvy; demonstrated ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities; demonstrated ability to quickly and accurately analyze situations, and to make rapid hazard assessments and sound decisions, including in emergency scenarios; excellent management and supervisory skills including the ability to develop, coach and mentor as well as foster and maintain high morale and engagement; critical thinking skills with the ability to problem solve and make sound decisions, including but not limited to under pressure and in emergency situations; thorough understanding of and demonstrated ability to develop effective marketing strategies for department-specific practices, policies and programs; physical condition that permits the activities necessary in and inherent to the management of the department's operations, including the use of firearms and the performance of corrections/security duties as needed; demonstrated ability to develop and maintain detailed accurate records and to make required and special reports; sound accounting or other financial skills with demonstrated ability to develop accurate budgets, manage expenditures in accordance with County Finance policies and manage operations effectively within budget; sound working knowledge of personal computers and/or automated systems and the ability to enter, retrieve and analyze data using common business software as well as industry specific software; excellent judgment; excellent customer service skills; tact; and courtesy. May require working evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

This is a part-time position.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Completion of the required training for correctional officers - Criminal Justice Officers Training and Standards Commission. Obtains and maintains all certifications required by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Commission (VA DCJS). Valid driver's license issued by the State of Virginia . Must be a citizen of the United States . Requires a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the given position. Serves at the will of the Sheriff (Elected Constitutional Officer). Serves as essential personnel and may be required to work when other County closures are declared by the County Manager.

Four (4) year degree in public administration, criminal justice, or a related field, and eight (8) years of correctional/law enforcement experience, including four (4) years in a supervisory role; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)