Full Time Retired Lieutenant Colonel Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $188,087.66 - $268,168.32 Annually
Location : Manassas, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (FT)
Job Number: 202610634
Department: ADULT DETENTION CENTER
Division: INMATE SERVICES
Opening Date: 06/25/2026
Closing Date: 7/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: AD 08
Introduction
Are you a seasoned leader ready to step into a pivotal executive role as second-in-command? We are seeking an impactful Deputy Jail Superintendent (Lieutenant Colonel) to serve as the Superintendent's trusted partner and the operational heartbeat of our organization.
In this critical position, you will exercise broad authority and independent judgment, standing ready to lead the entire facility at a moment's notice. You will serve as the strategic lead for major functional areas including security, inmate services, medical operations, transportation, and facility maintenance.
As an essential member of the senior management team, you will help shape long-range objectives, influence organizational direction, and guide budget priorities that support our mission and future growth.
Whether managing sworn staff, responding to critical incidents, or strengthening community partnerships, your leadership will be fundamental to our continued success. If you have the professional fortitude to guide a complex organization and the vision to inspire a dedicated workforce, we invite you to apply and join our executive leadership team.
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
The Jail Lieutenant Colonel is second in command and assists the Jail Superintendent in the overall management and daily operations of the detention facility. This role provides leadership, supervision, and administrative oversight to ensure safety, security, staff development, and compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards. The Deputy Superintendent acts on behalf of the Superintendent in their absence.
TYPICAL TASKS:

• Assist in planning, directing, and evaluating all operational functions of the jail, including security, inmate services, medical operations, transportation, and facility maintenance.
• Provide leadership and supervision to division commanders, supervisors, and staff; ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, training, and professional development for correctional personnel.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and departmental policies.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, emergency plans, and operational initiatives.
• Assist with budget preparation, monitoring expenditures, and evaluating resource needs.
• Review incident reports, grievances, investigations, and disciplinary actions; ensure appropriate follow up and corrective measures.
• Coordinate with external agencies, including courts, law enforcement partners, medical providers, and community organizations.
• Support efforts to enhance inmate programs, reentry services, and overall facility effectiveness.
• Represent the department at meetings, inspections, and audits.
• Serve as Acting Superintendent when needed and perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive knowledge of modern correctional principles, concepts, trends, practices and techniques.
• Ability to apply advanced correctional principles, practices, methods and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze difficult problems or situations requiring tact, diplomacy, understanding, fairness and good judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with all staff members, department directors, shift commanders, governmental officials and community leaders.
• Ability to discipline and counsel subordinate personnel in accordance with Standard Operational procedures, utilizing skills in difficult counseling and conflict resolution.
• Oversee the delivery of programs and services within a correctional environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of jail standards, correctional best practices, inmate classification, PREA requirements, and emergency operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision making skills.
• Ability to manage staff performance, resolve conflicts, and maintain professionalism in high stress environments.
• Ability to pass all required background checks, certifications, and training programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in criminology, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or a related field (Master's Degree Preferred);
• Seven (7) years of progressive professional level experience in corrections, detention administration, probation, pre-trial or law enforcement including supervisory experience;
• Must have command level or senior management experience in business operations, organizational management, and administrative oversight.

PREFERENCES:

• Must have experience managing sworn personnel and professional staff;
• Must have intensive experience with incident investigations;
• Must have the ability to build and foster positive community partners/relationships;
• A clear understanding of the Virginia Courts process.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a citizen of the United States;
• Must reside in the Commonwealth of Virginia;
• Must maintain or obtain certification in all Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) mandated training as a Jail Officer within 12-months of employment;
• Must have a valid Virginia Driver's License with no more than five (5) demerit points;
• Must be available for on-call duty during weekends, holidays and other non-duty times;
• Must be able to work irregular hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in a secure correctional facility;
• May require on call availability, extended hours, or response during emergencies;
• Exposure to potentially volatile situations and interactions with incarcerated individuals;
• Work is inherently stressful and involves risk to personal safety with possible exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Retirement with the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Full-time positions qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid for additional information.
NOTE:
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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01
Please select the answer that best represents your highest level of education

• Bachelor's degree or above
• 3 years of college
• 2 years of college
• 1 year of college
• High School Diploma or GED
• None of the above

02
Do you have experience with the Prince William County and/or Virginia Criminal Justice System?

• Yes
• No

03
Do have any work experience working in a law enforcement/public safety environment?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have experience managing security operations in a secure facility?

• Yes
• No

05
From the options below, select the response that best represents your experience in a law enforcement environment.

• 5 or more years of work experience in a law enforcement environment
• 3 to 4 years of work experience in a law enforcement environment
• 1 to 2 years of work experience in a law enforcement environment
• Less than 1 year of work experience in a law enforcement environment

06
How many years of supervisory experience do you have with a state, local, federal government or municipal law enforcement agency?

• None
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 years or more of experience

07
Please quantify your years of experience involving interactive activities involving judicial, correctional and law enforcement agencies and their activities related to criminal justice programs.

• 6 or more years
• 5 years
• 4 years
• 3 years
• 2 years
• 1 year or less
• None of the above

08
This position requires experience utilizing VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) and OMS (Offenders Management System). How many years of experience do you have working with these databases?

• 5 or more
• 3-4 years
• 1-2 years
• No experience

09
Collaboration with Stakeholders can be applied in many areas, such as how we interact with various community partners and criminal justice stakeholders. Please select the option that best reflects your years of experience collaborating with stakeholders.

• Less than 1 year to 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 or more years

10
Do you have PREA training?

• Yes
• No

11
Do you have administrative experience working with an elected board?

• Yes
• No

12
Please select all leadership areas that you have experience with.

• Experience managing large, logistically complicated public and/or private development projects
• Experience with the entitlement process for new development/redevelopment projects
• Experience working directly with elected officials and presenting to elected bodies
• Experience researching and writing policies
• Experience developing new partnerships and strengthening exiting partnerships for alternative service delivery
• Experience with the Public-Private Educational Facilities and Infrastructures Act (PPEA) process or other P3 processes
• Experience negotiating contracts and agreements
• Experience managing large scale capital projects ($5M+)
• Experience managing master plan projects
• Experience leading comprehensive plan/level of service policy development
• Experience with State and Federal grant writing and administration
• Experience coordinating work with a variety of external organizations, internal departments, and/or the general public
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans
• Experience facilitating public meetings
• Experience interpreting, analyzing, and applying Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
• Experience developing, evaluating, and implementing processes, policies, and procedures
• None of the above

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