Deputy Sheriff - Field Operations

Work Conditions

• Heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Some work requiring the lifting or dragging, for short distances, of 165 pounds of weight occasionally.
• Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and wearing a respirator.
• The worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED) required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must obtain and maintain all Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, and the State Criminal Justice System training and education requirements for the position.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be 21 years of age prior to an academy graduation.

Benefits

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Application Process

• Read and understand the automatic disqualifiers, linked in the position description or click here, and attest that the automatic disqualifiers do not apply to you?
• Read, understand, and acknowledge the reasons that may cause you to fail the application process.
• Be at least 21 years of age or will reach 21 prior to academy graduation.
• Be a United States citizen (Code of Virginia requirement).
• Have a high school diploma or a high school equivalent diploma (GED).
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Have not been convicted of a felony or a Class 1 or Class 2 misdemeanor (State Law Requirement).
• Not hold a Law Enforcement Certification from another state.
• Not be currently under contract with another law enforcement agency.
• Not be a veteran of the United States Military.
• Not have been convicted of a crime to include any traffic offenses since the age of 18.

Contact Information

• How did you hear about this position?
• If you were referred by an employee of the Sheriff’s Office or Stafford County, please provide the name of that individual.

Required Documentation

• Provide proper identification at time of hire to complete necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.