Deputy Sheriff

5 days ago


Newport News, Virginia, United States Newport News Sheriff's Office Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Deputy Sheriff to join our team at the Newport News Sheriff's Office. As a Deputy Sheriff, you will play a critical role in maintaining law and order in our community, ensuring public safety, and upholding the values of our organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Intake and Classification: Process new inmates, conduct thorough searches, and accurately classify inmates for housing.
  • Security and Supervision: Supervise inmates in custody, maintain a high level of security and control, and prevent escapes and injuries.
  • Court Services: Serve as a bailiff/security in various courts, collect and transport inmates, and maintain order and security.
  • Civil Process: Execute civil court orders, serve writs, and seize property as directed by the courts.
  • Transportation and Escort: Transport inmates safely and securely to various locations, including courts, hospitals, and other facilities.
  • Community Outreach: Participate in outreach programs to engage with the community, build relationships, and promote public safety.
  • Law Enforcement Duties: Perform general law enforcement duties, including traffic enforcement, responding to emergencies, and providing support to other law enforcement agencies.
Requirements
  • Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • Background Check: Requires an acceptable background check and credit check.
  • Education: Must have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
  • Driving Record: Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Retirement Benefits: 25 years credited service for sworn Deputy Sheriffs at age 50, 30 years credited service at any age for all other employees, and a 5% employee contribution to the Virginia Retirement System (VRS).
  • Health and Well-being Benefits: Medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, prescription drug plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and wellness programs.
  • Payable and Non-payable Leave: Paid personal leave, paid medical leave, family and medical leave act, military leave, bereavement leave, short-term and long-term disability.
  • Other Benefits: Employee recognition programs, pretax accounts, U.S. saving bonds, city credit union, continuing insurance coverage, paid academy training, line of duty benefits, paid equipment and uniforms, uniform allowance, and wellness programs.

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