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

JOB SUMMARY:

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.

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position open until filled.

Starting Salary: $40,232

Requirements:

  • Citizen of the United States
  • Minimum of 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
  • (1) Year of Cooking Experience (Preferred)

Employment Benefits:

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

Maintenance Worker

This is an Entry-Level position therefor pay is not contingent on education, certification or experience.

Monday-Friday; 0800-1600, on call 24hrs

JOB SUMMARY: The Maintenance Worker is to perform preventive maintenance and repairs upon all HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing devices, and gas equipment located in the institution. This role will be responsible for assisting in any maintenance duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor. This role will require the candidate to build/construct various projects around the facility. The candidate will also be responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints.

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position open until filled.

Starting Salary: $46,934

Requirements:

  • Citizen of the United States
  • At Least (1) Year of Maintenance Experience (Preferred)
  • 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

Intake Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

Monday-Friday, Hours Vary

JOB SUMMARY: The Intake Specialist is responsible for the intake and processing of offenders at the jail. This non-security position focuses on collecting and documenting essential information, ensuring proper classification, and facilitating the smooth transition of offenders into the facility. The Intake Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the administrative functions of the jail and enhancing the overall intake experience for offenders.

Starting Salary: $47,435

Position Open Until February 24, 2025

Piedmont Regional Jail 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
  • Some Security Experience (Preferred) 

Employment Benefits:

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