Juvenile Intervention Specialist

Responsibilities

Enforces laws; investigates criminal activity; serves civil papers; ensures the safety of the public; testifies in court; maintains records and files; prepares reports.

• Operates a patrol vehicle to observe for violations of traffic laws, suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order.
• Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints.
• Makes arrests, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints.
• Subdues resisting suspects using weapons, maneuvers, and other approved self-defense methods.
• Enforces traffic laws; issues citations for traffic violations.
• Fills out arrest records; takes fingerprints and photographs.
• Performs prisoner security functions; investigates traffic accidents.
• Interviews victims and witnesses; secures property and evidence.
• Prepares detailed reports on activities and assignments.
• Serves civil process and criminal arrest warrants.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Requirements

Must be available to work any shift of the day on any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; possession of valid Virginia driver’s license; knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear, comprehensive reports; ability to deal courteously, firmly, and tactfully with the public; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances; possession of physical agility and endurance; skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle; possession of all qualifications as required by the Code of Virginia, the Department of Criminal Justice Services, and the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

Must also be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen. Preference will be given to applicants with (in order): DCJS Law Enforcement Basic Certification, related work experience, good knowledge of Stafford County’s geography, and advanced training or college course work in law enforcement.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear, comprehensive reports; ability to deal courteously, firmly, and tactfully with the public; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances; possession of physical agility and endurance; skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle; possession of all qualifications as required by the Code of Virginia, the Department of Criminal Justice Services, and the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

Benefits

Note: All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire. Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.

Contact Information

Are you 20 1/2 years of age or older? (Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment). YesNo
Are you a United States Citizen? (Federal law requirement) YesNo
Do you have a high school diploma or a high school equivalent diploma (GED)? YesNo
Do you have a valid driver's license? YesNo
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? (State law requirement) YesNo
Do you hold a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate through Virginia DCJS? YesNo
Do you hold a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate in another state? YesNo
Are you now or have you ever been a law enforcement officer? If so, what agency? YesNo
Are you currently under contract with another law enforcement agency? YesNo
RECORD OF CONVICTION: Since the age of 18, have you ever been convicted of a crime to include any traffic offenses? If yes, please explain. If NO, indicate “NO” in the box below. (A conviction will not necessarily disqualify you for employment. Rather, such factors as age and date of conviction, seriousness and nature of the crime, and rehabilitation will be considered).