Deputy Sheriff

The Prince George County Sheriff's Department is now accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff.  This position will be responsible for the following: 

• Ensuring courtroom and courthouse security; enforcing courtroom rules and regulations; transporting inmates; serves civil papers; serves capiases.
• Ensures safety of judge and individuals in the courtroom through observation of behavior;
• Enforces courtroom rules and regulations;
• Conducts building security checks; screens incoming people, personal items, etc.;
• Searches courtroom for weapons or objects that may cause harm to judge and court attendees; sets up video equipment for hearings;
• Searches prisoners to be escorted to courtroom;
• Escorts prisoners from lock-up to courtroom and back; applies restraints as needed;
• Carries objects for visiting judges into the courtroom;
• Completes financial statements for those needing an attorney;
• Serves subpoenas, warrants, orders of arrest and other official court papers, both criminal and civil; executes eviction notices;
• Assists Clerk of Court with transfer of files to and from courtroom;
• Transports prisoners to other jurisdictions;
• Supports Police Department on calls for service, escorts and traffic controls when needed, radar and enforcement of traffic laws;
• Makes arrests and testifies in Court; prepares reports;
• Participates in emergency response operations as required in a declared emergency by County officials; completes required NIMS training as a condition of employment;
• Must have a valid Virginia Driver's License;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Starting salary:  $55,899 DOQ/DOEGeneral knowledge of courtroom security methods, practices and procedures; general knowledge of courtroom rules and regulations; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports; ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action; skill in the use of firearms and the operation of motor vehicles; possession of physical agility and endurance.Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Some law enforcement, civil process and/or court security experience preferred but not mandatory.Selected applicant will be required to obtain certification though DCJS by graduating the Basic Jailor/ Court Security/ Civil Process Academy and meet and maintain all departmental requirements for the position.

To apply online visit the Prince George County website here (www.princegeorgecountyva.gov). To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a County application. Applications should be submitted online. For additional information, please call (804) 722-8669. EOE. 

Salary : $55,899 - $86,643