Application Process

Submit downloaded applications via email to lasmith@roanokecountyva.gov
or by fax to (540) 380-3143.

Completed applications can also be submitted via mail or delivered in person to:

Western Virginia Regional Jail
5885 West River Road
Salem, VA 24153.

To download a Microsoft Office Word (.doc) job application, click here

To download and print an Adobe PDF job application, click here

To download and print the Personal History Statement (Adobe PDF), click here

To download the free Adobe PDF Reader,
click here

The Western VA Regional Jail recruitment and selection process supports the Authority's approved Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Plans.

Applicants must complete the following phases in the hiring process:

• Written Exam & Physical Agility Test
• Background Interview & Investigation
• Pre-employment physical and psychological examination
• Final approval by the Human Resources Manager and the Superintendent.