Receives direction from the facility warden and assistant wardens. This class plans and organizes work within broad guidelines to meet the unique requirements of the correctional facility. Positions in this class perform work affecting the overall safety and security of inmates, security staff and others within adult prisons or on external assignments. The work has a direct impact on the internal environment, safety and security in the facility and on the general safety of the public. Performs work that has a long-range impact on the department and the public.
Inappropriate decisions can affect employees and inmates as well as the public.
Errors can result in serious injury, death or major property damage, and in a reduction in public safety. There is frequent external contact with the public, local governmental officials, law enforcement agencies, criminal justice and other court officials on issues related to the security and safe operations of major adult prisons. Considerable knowledge of physical control of inmates, self-defense, first aid procedures, radio communications, evidence seizure and control, and supervisory practices and principles. Certification in state or federal criminal justice services programs and a Virginia driver's license. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.