Deputy Sheriff

Colonial Heights, City of • City of Colonial Heights, VA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides facility security, transports prisoners, performs civil process service and other duties as assigned for the Sheriff's Office.

Requirements

• Possess a High School diploma or equivalent with at least three years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 21 years of age
• U.S. Citizen
• Possess a valid Virginia driver's license and an acceptable driving record
• No felony convictions
• Successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment physical examination/testing
• Possess basic computer knowledge and skills required, as all assignments include writing reports and documenting tasks and incidents
• Must be able to communicate effectively, solve problems, write concise reports, maintain good physical conditioning, and be able to act quickly and calmly as part of a team under potentially stressful conditions.
• Applicants must successfully complete mandated DCJS and Colonial Heights Sheriff's Office training.

Nice To Haves

• Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services certification as Basic Jailor (BJA) or Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides courtroom and facility security.
• Monitors courts in session
• Escorts prisoners to and from holding area and courtrooms
• Receives and screens the public seeking admittance into Courthouse.
• Performs security checks within Courthouse and responds to Courthouse incidents.
• Assists in the transportation of prisoners, mental patients for confinement, and other individuals in custody.
• Civil Process service, serves legal papers, executes criminal warrants issued by the Court, and schedules Court ordered evictions.
• Addresses public inquiries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED