Riverside Regional Jail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, you must completely fill out an application either Online by using Internet Explorer or download the Application Packet, then fax or mail.  This option requires Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0.  If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 5.0, you may download it for free.

How can I become an RRJ officer?


To be considered for employment at Riverside Regional Jail, you must be able to meet the following minimum standards:

§         Be a U.S. Citizen.

§         Be a least 18 years of age. A high school graduate or possess a GED.

§         Possess a valid Virginia Drivers License.

§         Pass an extensive background investigation.

§         Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodations.

§         Stable work record.

§         Pass all physical agility, written, and medical exams applicable to position applying for.

§         No felony conviction.

 

Listed Riverside Regional Jail Positions:

Jail Officer

Riverside Regional Jail is seeking full-time Jail Officers to provide custody/control of inmates.

Duties include ensuring conformity with rules and regulations, governing the conduct and behavior of the inmate population and staff, assuming responsibility for the security and welfare of inmates, as well as preparing various reports, logs, and documents.

Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. and a valid driver’s license. Incumbent must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18-years of age, as well as be able to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. Incumbent must not have been convicted of, or plead guilty or no contest to a felony, or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Virginia. Experience in a Jail or corrections facility with a public, private, or military agency preferred but not required.

 Closing:  1/1/2010

Salary: $29,900.00

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DENTIST

Riverside Regional Jail is currently seeking a Dentist for the Jail’s medical department. The incumbent will diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums, and related oral structures by performing the following duties: Examines inmates to determine nature of condition; Cleans teeth and provides preventive dental services to inmates such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth; Caps injured teeth and fills cavities; Extracts diseased teeth; Educate inmates in oral and dental hygiene. Incumbent must be able to evaluate patient treatment and delivery of services.

Education and Experience: Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from an accredited dental school as well as a current license to practice in the State of Virginia. Salary: Negotiable. Opened until filled.

To apply, submit a completed Riverside Regional Jail application. An application may be obtained from the Richmond/Petersburg V.E.C., the Jail site, or by accessing our website at www.riversideregionaljailva.net. Resumes may be included, but will not be considered in lieu of a completed Jail application. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional questions, contact the Human Resource Office at (804) 524-6600. OPENED UNTIL FILLED.

 Closing:  open until filled

Salary: Negotiable

Apply Online

To apply, submit a completed Riverside Regional Jail application online, fax or by mail.  An application may be obtained from the Richmond/Petersburg V.E.C., the Jail site, or by accessing our website Application Packet at the top of this page.  Resumes may be included, but will not be considered in lieu of a completed Jail application.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  For additional questions, contact the Human Resource Office at (804) 524-6600.

 

Riverside Regional Jail

ATTN:  Human Resource Office

1000 River Road

PO Box 1041

Hopewell, VA  23860

Fax: (804) 524-6659

 

What Employee Benefits are offered?

  • Annual Leave: 8 hours per month or 12 days per year.

  • Sick Leave: 10 hours per month with unlimited accrual.

  • Military Leave: 15 days per year for military reserve training.

  • Family Leave: Leave is provided for an employee to care for their immediate family.

  • Health and Dental Care: The Regional Jail Authority supplements the cost of health and dental care.  Employees may choose either Point of Service (POS) or Health Maintenance Organization (HMO coverage).

  • Retirement: Provided through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) to sworn and non-sworn employees and paid entirely by the Jail Authority.  Sworn employees are also enrolled in Law Enforcement Officer Supplement Program (LEOS).

  • Life Insurance: All employees are covered by the VRS group plan.

  • Optional Group Life Insurance: Employees may purchase optional life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance.

  • Deferred Compensation: Provides an additional source of retirement income in which employees can make contribution through payroll.

  • Credit Union: The Jail Authority is a member of the Synthetic Credit Union and Virginia Credit Union.