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Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Launch Your Career in Public Safety

As the largest state agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia, we offer a wide range of career opportunities in locations across the state. Whether you're an educator, healthcare professional, farmer, administrative professional, or security expert, there's a place for you on our team.

Join us and discover opportunities to develop your career and unlock your full potential!

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Hiring Events

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) regularly hosts hiring events across the Commonwealth of Virginia. We are always seeking dedicated, hard-working individuals committed to public safety.

Upcoming Event Highlight

Eastern Region Hiring Expo

  • Hiring Date
    Tuesday, April 16, 2024
  • Hiring Location
    Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront
    100 E Constance Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434
  • Hiring Time
    9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Hiring Position

    We'll be accepting applications for the following positions: Corrections Officers, Education, Food Service, Case Work Counselors, Probation Officers.

  • Hiring Building

    We are hiring for the following locations:
    Indian Creek Correctional Center, Deerfield Correctional Center, Greensville Correctional Center, Sussex State Prison Complex, St. Brides Correctional Center. 

How To Prepare For The Event

  • What to Expect

    What to Expect

    Recruiters will be available to discuss job openings, career paths, benefits, and answer any questions you may have. Candidates should be prepared to be interviewed on the day of the event. If selected for employment, background checks, fingerprinting, drug testing, and medical screening will be carried out on the day of the event which may result in same day offers.

  • What to Bring

    What to Bring

    Please bring the following to the event:

    • A valid driver’s license
    • Proof of eligibility to work (social security card, birth certificate, or passport)
    • Proof of highest level of education (original diploma/degree documentation)
    • Military veterans (DD214 documentation)
  • What to Wear

    What to Wear

    Professional business attire is recommended.

Employee Benefits

VADOC employees enjoy a number of generous benefits, including:

See All Employee Benefits

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding VADOC career opportunities, please reach out to the VADOC Talent Acquisition Team using the information provided below.

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