Top 597 Criminal justice Jobs in Virginia

Correctional Officer
Western Virginia Regional Jail —Salem, VA
- From $49,830 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Special Agent: National Security, Criminal, & Intelligence Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation —Alexandria, VA
- $103,236 - $133,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
Investigator
Joel Bieber LLC —Richmond, VA
- $55,000 - $62,000 a year
- Research
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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CVRJ FORENSIC DISCHARGE PLANNER - GREENE (FT)
Region Ten Community Services Board —Stanardsville, VA
- $21.02 - $31.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Crisis Services Director
YWCA Richmond —Richmond, VA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Residential
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Supervisory U.S. Probation Officer
Virginia Eastern District Court —Alexandria, VA
- $115,111 - $187,117 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
Analyst 1, Missing Child Data Analytics
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children —Alexandria, VA
- $63,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Windows
- Children
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Corporate Investigator, Enterprise Protection Program - Global Investigations
Amazon.com Services LLC —Arlington, VA
- $80,200 - $143,100 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Analyst 1, Child Sex Trafficking Team
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children —Alexandria, VA
- $63,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Research
- Children
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Performance Reporting Mgr
Virginia Department of Transportation —Salem, VA
- Full-time
- Research
- Computer skills
- Senior level
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Security Manager
CACI —Hampton, VA
- $61,600 - $129,300 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- Training & development
- Senior level
- Health insurance
Insurance Investigator
State Corporation Commission —Richmond, VA
- $60,278 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
DHS Criminal Analyst
PEOPLE TECHNOLOGY AND PROCESSES LLC —Arlington, VA
- Full-time
- Senior level
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Child and Youth Justice Services Manager
Dept of Criminal Justice Svcs —Richmond, VA
- $110,000 - $116,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
Analyst 1, CyberTipline
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children —Alexandria, VA
- $55,000 - $63,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Flexible schedule
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Polygraph Examiner
Parsons —Springfield, VA
- $125,100 - $225,200 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Background Screening Specialist, Junior
Booz Allen Hamilton —McLean, VA
- $53,000 - $108,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
2d
Background Investigator - TS ( Residing in VA, CO, GA, WA, UT)
Xcelerate Solutions —Virginia
- $25.35 - $38.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Title IX Investigator (One Year Only)
Fairfax County Public Schools —Fairfax County, VA
- $96,117 - $166,830 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Senior level
- 4 years
3d
Administration of Justice Adjunct (Fall 2026)
Germanna Community College —Virginia
- $836 - $1,737 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level

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Correctional Officer

Western Virginia Regional Jail -
Salem, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $49,830 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
On-site gym
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Western Virginia Regional Jail | Salem, VA

Are you ready to make a real difference while building a career you can be proud of? Have you wanted to start your career in law enforcement, but was unsure of the process? At the Western Virginia Regional Jail, you will have the opportunity to observe the position and become certified through the Academy typically within your 1st year! Schedule a written and agility test with us and set your path in motion!

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team of professional Correctional Officers – both male and female – who are ready to serve with strength, integrity, and respect.

Why Join Us?

Work-Life Balance You Can Actually Enjoy
Work just 13 days a month in a full-time position thanks to our 12-hour rotating or fixed shift schedules. You will work a maximum of 3 days in a row!

Strong Pay & Benefits

Starting Salary: $49,830.01 / $23.95 per hour — effective 07/01/26
Already VA jail certified? You may qualify for enhanced starting pay
Retire at age 50 after just 25 years of service
Receive Hazardous Duty Supplement after 20 years of service at $1,407 a month
VRS Retirement Plan (Employee up to 5% contribution / company pays 10.05% contribution)
Comprehensive Benefits Package including affordable health, dental, vision, paid leave, and more
Flexible Leave Plan (FLP) cash-in twice a year to you or Deferred Comp
Offer 8x Life Insurance option at minimal cost to you
Veterans are eligible to use their GI Bill Educational / on-the-job training benefits starting at the time of hire and continuing through their training at the academy.

Supportive Wellness Environment
Stay fit with access to our on-site gym – free for staff before or after your shift. Wellness Room for all staff with relaxation chairs.

What We’re Looking For:

Age 20+
High school diploma or GED
U.S. Citizen
Must be able to pass a background screening
Current Virginia residents or those planning to relocate are welcome to apply!

What You'll Do:

As a Correctional Officer, you’ll perform protective service work—maintaining safety and security within the facility. You'll become a role model and a critical part of the justice system, contributing to rehabilitation and community safety.

Duties Include:

Processing / maintaining care and custody of inmates
Conducts periodic security checks of inmates in assigned areas
Ensures proper security of inmates, staff and visitors to the jail facility
Provides information, which is legally permissible to citizens, police officers and other criminal justice agencies
Supervises cleaning details for assigned areas
Attends to special needs of inmates
Maintains log of inmate movement throughout the facility
Monitors camera and surveillance equipment in the main control room and/or pod control rooms
Prepares reports and other daily records
Provides information which is legally permissible to citizens, police officers and other criminal justice agencies
Ensuring compliance standards are met
Performs any other work duties assigned by the Superintendent or his designee

Location:

Western Virginia Regional Jail
5885 West River Rd.

Salem, Virginia 24153

Ready to Apply?

Find details on the required written & physical agility testing, a list of disqualifiers, and the application process on our website (www.wvarj.org).

Marijuana use is a disqualifier.

Got questions? Call us at 540-378-3726

If you’re ready to serve, grow, and lead—JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY.
This is more than just a job—it’s your career in law enforcement, redefined.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $49,830.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

Salem, VA: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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