Deputy Sheriff - Field Operations

Stafford County•Stafford County, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible protective service work in the Sheriff’s Office involving a variety of general or support duty assignments and involving an element of personal danger; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Deputy Sergeant. Must be available to work any shift of the day on any day of the week, including holidays and weekends. Field Operations Deputies work an assigned 11.5-hour shift (0530-1700; 1500-0230; 1830-0600) rotating on/off duty in a 3 on >2 off >2 on >3 off pattern.

Requirements

Some knowledge of police methods, practices and procedures
general knowledge of the geography of the County and location of important buildings
some knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Office
ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports
ability to deal courteously, firmly and tactfully with the public
ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surround hazards and circumstances
possession of physical agility and endurance
skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle
possession of all qualifications as required by the Code of Virginia, the Department of Criminal Justice Services, and the Stafford County Sheriff's Office
High school diploma or equivalency (GED) required
Drivers license valid in the state of Virginia
Must obtain and maintain all Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, and the State Criminal Justice System training and education requirements for the position
Required to be a United States citizen
Must be 21 years of age prior to an academy graduation
The successful applicant must complete pass physical abilities testing, interview, polygraph examination, full background investigation to include a criminal history check, physical examination, psychological examination and drug and alcohol testing
Stafford County Deputies are required to reside in the Commonwealth of Virginia and be in possession of a valid VA driver’s license within 60 days of establishing residency

Nice To Haves

1:1 credit given for years of VA DCJS road patrol Law Enforcement service up to 10 yrs or 50%, whichever is greater.

Responsibilities

Enforcing laws
investigating criminal activity
serving civil papers
ensuring safety of public
testifying in Court
maintaining records and files
preparing reports
On an assigned shift, operates a patrol vehicle to observe for violations of traffic laws, suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order
Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints
Makes arrests, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints
Subdues resisting suspects using weapons, maneuvers and other approved self-defense methods
Enforces traffic laws; issues citations for traffic violations
Fills out arrest records; takes fingerprints and photographs; performs prisoner security functions; investigates traffic accidents
Interviews victims and witnesses; secures property and evidence
Prepares detailed reports on activities and assignments
Serves civil process and criminal arrest warrants
Performs a variety of crime prevention duties; may serve as DARE officer or other special assignments
Performs various inmate jail and court security duties; enforces jail rules and regulations; supervises trustees; transports inmates to and from court