Deputy Sheriff - Hiring Event

By applying for this specific position you are registering to attend the Deputy Sheriff Open House (in‑person) and taking the first step toward a law‑enforcement career.

Event Details

• Location: Richmond City Justice Center – 1701 Fairfield Way, Richmond, VA
• Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
• Time: 5 pm – 7 pm EST
• Purpose: Meet current deputies and leadership, tour the facility, learn about training, and complete accelerated screening steps. Recruiters will assist with the Personal History Statement, writing‑sample submission, and scheduling next interview steps.

If you’re curious about the Deputy Sheriff position but aren’t ready to submit an application, please call 804‑646‑7453 to request the registration link.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security of residents within an assigned post.
• Perform random security inspections of resident well‑being, pod windows, lighting, sanitation, equipment, locking mechanisms, and fire/safety hazards.
• Document incidents using the appropriate forms.
• Assist other deputies or request assistance for use‑of‑force incidents and follow department policy.
• Supervise resident movement and activities.
• Transport residents to locations outside the Justice Center (clinics, emergency room, courts, etc.).
• Conduct resident personal and cell searches as required by policy.
• Provide security in the pods during resident feeding.
• Provide information and aid to residents consistent with departmental policy.
• Ensure security and accountability of all key packs and keys through proper key control.
• Maintain records of persons entering and leaving the facility or security area.
• Restrict movement to security areas by operating electronically and manually secured doors.
• Secure the outside perimeter and prevent contraband by conducting thorough rounds and searches of grounds and fixtures.
• Communicate with other posts or deputies via two‑way radio using proper terminology and ten‑codes.
• Assist the public and perform duties during resident visitation per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Provide authorized information about residents to citizens and professionals.
• Drive emergency vehicles under stressful conditions.
• Use physical force to control and arrest law violators.
• Perform medium to heavy physical work, exerting 100–150 lb occasionally, 25–50 lb frequently, and 10–20 lb constantly; lift, carry, climb stairs, etc., and possess the manual dexterity, hearing, and vision required to use a firearm and handcuffs.
• Maintain physical and mental fitness to handle dangerous and potentially dangerous people, animals, and equipment.
• Carry out any other duties as directed by the Sheriff or his/her designee.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Never convicted of any felony charge.
• Never convicted of any domestic‑violence offense.
• No serious misdemeanors.
• Must possess strong moral character as determined by the Applicant Screening Panel and background investigation.
• Must submit to fingerprinting and a national fingerprint search.
• Must be cleared by Occupational Health as free from physical, emotional, or mental conditions that would affect duties.
• Must obtain a valid Virginia driver’s license within 30 days of employment if currently licensed out of state.
• Must submit to an extensive background investigation, credit check, polygraph examination, medical examination, and drug screening.
• Must complete all DCJS certification requirements for a Deputy Sheriff within one year of hire.
• Must have basic computer skills and be familiar with Microsoft Office.
• Must qualify with firearms and other defensive weapons.

Schedule

• Day Shift: 6:30 am – 7:00 pm
• Night Shift: 6:30 pm – 7:00 am

Benefits

• Career advancement opportunities
• Numerous educational partnerships with local institutions offering reduced tuition
• Basic life insurance
• Group health insurance
• Optional disability and family life insurance
• Certified V3 employer
• Direct deposit
• Optional deferred‑compensation retirement
• Virginia Retirement System retirement with hazardous‑duty supplement for deputies
• 11 paid holidays
• 12 vacation days per year
• 15 days military leave per fiscal year
• 15 days sick leave accrued per year

Company Description

The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office is responsible for maintaining a secure jail and a safe court system, providing seamless inmate transport and civil process. The agency is committed to integrity, professionalism, and progressive training that incorporates best practices and technology. Partnering with the community, it strives to lower recidivism through faith‑based and community‑based programming that empowers ex‑offenders to become productive members of society.