Inmate Classification Officer

Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

Interviews inmates to determine security level and housing assignments and coordinates the initiation and maintenance of inmate records and commitment status; does related work as required.

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 14, 2025.

This position assists in program planning, management, and evaluation for jail programs. Assists with data collection, researches, analyzes, and evaluates data; manages and maintains databases and systems associated with program services. Establishes, implements, and interprets policies, procedures, and programs. May interview and provide guidance to program participants. May oversee a key program activity. Provides needed updated materials that are useful in program development. Assists supervisor in grant preparation, program evaluation and monitoring activities, and transmittal of federal, State, and local policy and procedures to program operation’s staff. Assists supervisor in special projects; does related work as required.

Some knowledge of operating methods of detention facilities; some knowledge of interviewing techniques; ability to understand problems involving criminal behavior; ability to evaluate skills and potentials of inmates; ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with inmates; good typing skill and/or familiarity with keyboard equipment; good judgment.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Virginia. Must be a citizen of the United States.

Maybe required to work at Jail West, Henrico County and Jail East, New Kent County.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.gov/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 14, 2025.