Current Employment Opportunities

Piedmont Regional Jail offers employment opportunities for those who fill the listed requirements. Applicants should be prepared for a physically demanding job that requires integrity, responsibility, and a strong work ethic.

If you’re looking for a fulfilling career with excellent benefits that allows you to serve your community, consider Piedmont Regional Jail.

Your journey starts here!

Sworn Positions

Successful candidates will provide entry-level security within the jail and provide direct supervision over offenders, as well as working numerous posts throughout the institution. 

Ideal candidates will maintain a high standard of professionalism and impeccable integrity. Jail Officers enjoy a flexible schedule with paid leave and a premier benefits package.  

Piedmont Regional Jail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Starting Salary: $47,435

Requirements:

  • Citizen of the United States
  • 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Good Health and Physically Fit for Duty
  • Meet Minimum Requirements on Comprehensive Background Investigation
  • Drug-Free

Employment Benefits:

  • Virginia Retirement System 
  • Local Choice Health Insurance (Anthem)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • On-Site Cafeteria

Position open until filled.

Non-Sworn Positions

Cook

Piedmont Regional Jail is now accepting applications for a Cook. This position is responsible for supervising offender workers at all times in the kitchen, checking and logging temperatures on all cooking equipment, inventory all food as delivered, prepare all employee meals and complete paperwork as required. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Salary ranges from $36,486 - $51,080 annually

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Requirements:

  • Citizen of the United States
  • 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Good Health and Physically Fit for Duty
  • Meet Minimum Requirements on Comprehensive Background Investigation
  • Drug-Free

Employment Benefits:

  • Virginia Retirement System 
  • Local Choice Health Insurance (Anthem)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • On-Site Cafeteria

Position open until November 13, 2024.

 

Programs & Re-entry Counselor

The position will assist in the development, implementation, and facilitation of the re-entry program. The Program and Re-entry Counselor is responsible for providing individual and group re-entry counseling services to offenders, as well as overseeing the development and implementation of offender rehabilitation and educational programs. The Re-entry Counselor will collaborate with internal and external partners, other community services, offenders and offender family members to provide effective re-entry services to promote positive transition and adjustments into society.

*The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in counseling,
psychology, or a related field, along with significant experience working in a
jail, correctional, or social services setting. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

Piedmont Regional Jail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements:

  • College Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field or a
    combination of Education and Experience
  • Experience in Corrections or Social Work
  • Citizen of the United States
  •  18 years of age
  •  Valid Driver’s License
  • Good Health and Physically Fit for Duty
  • Meet Minimum Requirements on Comprehensive Background Investigation
  • Drug-Free

Employment Benefits:

  • Virginia Retirement System
  • Local Choice Health Insurance (Anthem)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • On-Site Cafeteria

Salary Range: $52,950 - $74,130 Annually

Position open until November 30, 2024.

PRJ Staff Member

Apply for Employment

For career opportunities at Piedmont Regional Jail, please complete and submit a Piedmont Regional Jail Application form.

Piedmont Regional Jail Application Forms can be obtained at the Piedmont Regional Jail facility or downloaded below.

Piedmont Regional Jail Application Forms can be submitted in person, emailed to cpatman@prjva.org or vholman@prjva.org ,faxed to (434) 392-1099, or mailed to the attention of the Human Resources office at the following address:

Piedmont Regional Jail
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Drawer 388, Farmville, VA 23901

Non-Discrimination Statement

"This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer."

If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov.