Part-Time Deputy Sheriff

PART-TIME DEPUTY SHERIFF

Newport News Sheriff's Office

Up to 29 hours/week | Make an impact without giving up your schedule

Why This Isn’t Your Average Part-Time Gig

You’ve got experience. You’ve got credentials. Now you want something that fits your life—without losing the purpose, excitement, and pride that comes with the badge.

At the Newport News Sheriff’s Office, you’ll step into a role where every shift matters—whether you’re in the jail, the courtroom, or out in the community.

And yes—we back it up:

• Recognized as a Best for Vets Employer (8-time award winner)
• One of the best salary & benefits packages in Hampton Roads
• Real law enforcement experience—without full-time commitment

What You’ll Be Doing

Depending on assignment, you may:

• Intake, classify, and supervise inmates in a secure jail environment
• Maintain safety, order, and control inside housing units and control rooms
• Serve as a courtroom bailiff, protecting judges, juries, and the public
• Execute civil processes and court orders throughout the city
• Transport inmates securely (locally and long-distance)
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid when seconds matter
• Work alongside sworn staff on special assignments and operations

Bottom line: You stay in the game—without the full-time grind.

Who We’re Looking For

This role is built for experienced, certified professionals who want to stay active in the field.

You must have:

• Current DCJS certification (Jailor, Court Security/Civil Process, and/or Law Enforcement)
• At least 21 years of age
• U.S. Citizenship (required by Virginia Code)
• High School Diploma or GED

The Perks

• Flexible part-time hours (max 29/week)
• Meaningful, hands-on work in multiple areas of law enforcement
• Opportunity to stay connected to the profession you’ve trained for
• Work with a respected, award-winning agency
• Every shift brings something new—no desk-job monotony

Ready to Suit Up Again?

If you’ve been looking for a way to keep your skills sharp, serve your community, and still have time for life outside the badge—this is it.

Bring your experience.

Bring your certification.

We’ll bring the opportunity.

Apply today and get back to doing work that matters.

THIS IS A STATEMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES, WORK BEHAVIORS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB. NOT ALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND WORK BEHAVIORS ARE STATED. NOT ALL POSITIONS COVERED BY THE JOB DESCRIPTION WILL PERFORM ALL RESPONSIBILITIES. EMPLOYEES MAY BE ASSIGNED SIMILAR OR RELATED WORK AND ANY OTHER WORK NECESSARY TO ACCOMPLISH ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ARE STATED IN TERMS GENERALLY REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THE ENTRY KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Requires an acceptable background check and acceptable credit check.
• Meet all federal, state and local requirements to carry a firearm.
• Have never been dishonorably discharged from any of the armed forces of the United States.
• Requires a valid driverʼs license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to work a varying shift pattern and be on-call on a rotational basis for certain duties and teams.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
• Current Basic Jailor, Court Security/Civil Processing and/or Law Enforcement certification through DCJS required

The Newport News Sheriff's Office has one of the BEST Salary and Benefits packages for our Deputies and their family in Hampton Roads. For the 8th time, we are the only Law Enforcement agency in Virginia to be voted as a Best for Vets Employer.