Deputy Sheriff

Responsibilities

• Maintains security of residents within an assigned post.
• Makes random security inspections, checks resident well-being and behavior, pod windows, lighting, sanitation, equipment, and security devices.
• Documents any situation or occurrence inconsistent with routine operations using the appropriate form.
• Helps other deputies or calls for assistance for use of force incidents and follows department’s use of force policy.
• Supervises resident movement and activities.
• Performs resident transports to clinics, emergency rooms, courts, etc.
• Performs resident personal and cell searches as needed.
• Provides security in pods during feeding of residents.
• Provides information and aid to residents.
• Maintains records of and properly identifies persons entering and leaving facility.
• Secures outside perimeter of Richmond City Justice Center.
• Communicates with other posts or deputies via two-way radio.
• Helps the public and performs duties outlined in Standard Operating Procedures during resident visitation.
• Drives emergency vehicles under stressful conditions.
• Uses physical force to control and arrest law violators.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old.
• A U.S. citizen.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• No felony convictions.
• No domestic violence offenses.
• Strong moral character as determined by the Applicant Screening Panel and background investigation.
• Fingerprinting and search of local, state, and national fingerprint files.
• Physical and mental fitness to handle dangerous situations.
• A valid Virginia driver’s license if currently licensed out of state.
• Extensive background investigation, credit history check, polygraph examination, and medical examination/drug screening.
• Completion of DCJS requirements for certification as a Deputy Sheriff within one year of hire date.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
• Qualification with firearms and other defensive weapons.