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Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
About the Job

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Watch Commander to oversee the day-to-day operations of security at one of our facilities. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for youth and staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise Assistant Watch Commanders to ensure effective security operations
  • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and Post Orders to maintain a secure environment
  • Manage duty rosters and assess available personnel to ensure priority posts are covered
  • Conduct daily inspections to detect potential security breaches and provide instructions to subordinate staff
  • Monitor and evaluate the implementation of daily activities to ensure schedules are maintained within specified timeframes
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of correctional security and administrative practices
  • Considerable experience in planning, directing, and coordinating security staff
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to implement security functions and coordinate with multi-disciplinary team members
  • Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis intervention
Additional Considerations

Progressively responsible corrections or law enforcement experience, including supervisory experience, is highly desirable.