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James City County•Williamsburg, VA

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About The Position

Performs responsible work enforcing courtroom and courthouse security and serving civil process in James City County and the City of Williamsburg, according to established Williamsburg-James City County Sheriff’s Office procedures and under varying degrees of supervision. The three levels—Deputy Sheriff I, II, and III—are distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee. Hourly pay is $26.88–$41.94 for Deputy Sheriff I, $28.77–$44.97 for Deputy Sheriff II, and $30.80–$48.22 for Deputy Sheriff III, depending on qualifications. Part-time county benefits are offered. The position-level requirements for Deputy Sheriff I, II, and III are detailed in the attached job description referenced in the posting. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. A fully completed application is required; applicants may also attach a cover letter and resume.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid Virginia driver’s license within 30 days of employment and have an acceptable driving record under James City County criteria.
Be a United States citizen and at least 21 years old at the time of hire.
Must not have specified disqualifying convictions or pleas, including a felony or an offense that would be a felony in Virginia; certain crimes involving moral turpitude; a misdemeanor sex offense; domestic assault; or other offenses that cannot be explained to the Sheriff’s satisfaction.
Knowledge of modern methods and practices of court operations and civil service process.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Knowledge of customer-service principles and processes, including setting and meeting service quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Skill in using computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe, check, monitor, and control the movement of individuals entering the courthouse to ensure the security and safety of court personnel, judges, clerks, attorneys, witnesses, plaintiffs, defendants, and the public.
Maintain security and order in courtrooms while overseeing courtroom caseloads and trial proceedings.
Serve civil processes issued by courts, other judicial offices, and Virginia attorneys, as well as processes received from out of state, in accordance with Virginia law and Sheriff’s Office policies.
For Deputy Sheriff II/III: Open and close courtrooms.
For Deputy Sheriff II/III: Assist and advise junior deputies with more difficult or hazardous situations as instructed.
For Deputy Sheriff II/III: Assume command of the shift or unit in the Sergeant’s absence or at the Sergeant’s direction.
For Deputy Sheriff II/III: Ensure calls for service are answered and handled in a timely manner.
For Deputy Sheriff II/III: Serve as needed in a specialty area, such as Field Training Deputy or Instructor.
Perform other duties as assigned.