Virginia Department of Corrections
- RICHMOND, VA
Working At
Virginia Department of Corrections
- RICHMOND, VA
- Rating 4 out of 5 6 reviews
Contact
About Virginia Department of Corrections
Employees
100-999
Industry
Safety & Security
Public/Private
No data available
Jobs are loading
- Crime & Safetygrade unavailable
- Walkabilitygrade B
- Diversitygrade A
- Nightlifegrade B
Area Feel
No data available
Median Household Income
$47,379
National
$64,994Median Rent
$991
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$124,087
National
$229,800Map
Map is loading
Virginia Department of Corrections Reviews
Rating 4 out of 5 6 reviews
Selecting a category below will take you to another page
All Categories
I have worked for the DOC for 4 years. It can make people or break people. I've watched officers rise through the ranks of officer, sergeant, lieutenant, to captain in a span of four years. I've also seen people walk out on the job within a week. The DOC is a challenging yet rewarding career field. There are risks and demands that come with the job. There are dangerous situations, when dealing with violent inmates, that require bravery and quick reactions. There are moments when you may save someone's life such as a suicidal inmate. The days are long, 12 hour shifts and the workload is heavy. You're busy the entire day. On the plus side, you only work 14 days out of 28. There is also overtime opportunities available. Training and advancement are strongly encouraged by the department also, giving room for growth.
Overall I enjoy my job and is very grateful for it but it is not my passion, I think people should follow their passion instead of staying at at job just because it pays the bills.
I learned a lot about security, developed great people and supervisory management skills
There is a ton of education and opportunity. I would change the management too much micromanagement. There needs to be more people who have fresh ideals and not the same things from 30 years ago.
There is a ton of education and opportunity. I would change the management too much micromanagement. There needs to be more people who have fresh ideals and not the same things from 30 years ago.