Deputy Sheriff

Summary

Job Description The Richmond City Sheriff's Office (RCSO) is actively recruiting candidates seeking law enforcement careers, including individuals searching for Deputy Sheriff jobs, jail deputy positions, corrections officer jobs, entry-level law enforcement, federal law enforcement, state trooper, security guard, and/or police jobs (cop). This non patrol role is ideal for those exploring public safety, criminal justice, or a career as a sworn officer.All new deputy sheriffs appointed by the Sheriff perform the duties of a Jail Officer prior to becoming eligible for other assignments which may become available. Applicants will be required to complete a physical agility test.Deputy Sheriffs are trained as Jail Officers, Courtroom Security Officers, and Civil Process Officers. RCSO offers additional career opportunities through the following specialized positions: Transportation Officers, Alternative Sentencing, Inmate/Resident Community Services Crew, Certified Law Enforcement Instructors, and Classification Officers.Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Jail Operations work one of the following shifts:Day Shift: 6:30am - 7:00pmNight Shift: 6:30pm - 7:00amRESPONSIBILITIES Maintains security of residents within an assigned postMonitors the activities of residents by performing random security inspections, checking the following: resident well-being and behavior, pod windows are free from damage and obstruction, lighting is sufficient and in working order, sanitation of residents and housing areas, equipment and fixtures (doors, showers, toilets, etc.) are in proper working order, all locking mechanisms and security devices are in proper working order and are properly secured, and fire and safety hazardsDocuments in a proper manner any situation or occurrence that is not consistent with the routine operations of the Richmond City Sheriff's Office using the appropriate formHelps other deputies or calls for assistance for any use of force incident or potential use of force incident and follows department's use of force policy in response to all use of force incidentsSupervises resident movement and activitiesPerforms resident transports to locations outside the Richmond City Justice Center, such as clinics, emergency room, courts, etc.Performs resident personal searches and cell searches as needed or required by policyProvides security in the pods during feeding of residentsProvides information and aid to residents consistent with departmental policyEnsures security and accountability of all key packs and keys through proper key control as prescribed by policy and procedureMaintains records of and properly identifies persons entering and leaving facility and/or security areaRestricts movement to security areas through operation of electronically and manually secured doorsSecures outside perimeter of Richmond City Justice Center and prevents flow of contraband by conducting thorough rounds and searches of outside grounds and fixturesCommunicates effectively with other posts or deputies in the Richmond City Justice Center via two-way radio using proper terminology and ten-codes as prescribed by the Standard Operating ProceduresHelps the public and performs duties and functions outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures during resident visitationHelps citizens and professionals with authorized information about residentsDrives emergency vehicles under stressful conditionsUses physical force to control and arrest law violatorsRequires medium to heavy work that involves exerting 100 to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move or carry objectsMaintains a physical and mental state of fitness and readiness to handle involvement with dangerous and potentially dangerous people, animals, and equipmentPerforms duties that may involve running, walking, climbing stairs, sitting or standing for long periods, crouching/stooping, bending/squatting, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, grasping, and raising objects, and applicants must have the manual dexterity, sense of touch, and hand strength to use a firearm or physically subdue a person and apply or remove handcuffs and must have normal hearing and normal or correctable visionCarries out any or all other duties as directed by the Sheriff or his or her designeeQUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 21 years oldMust be a U.S. citizenHigh school diploma or GED requiredNever convicted of any felony chargeNever convicted of any domestic violence offenseNo serious misdemeanorsMust possess strong moral character as determined by the Applicant Screening Panel and background investigationMust be willing to submit to being fingerprinted and a search will be made of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal recordMust be found, after examination by Occupational Health, to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might adversely affect his/her ability to exercise the powers or duties of a Deputy SheriffMust possess or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment a valid Virginia driver's license if currently licensed out of stateMust submit to an extensive background investigation, credit history check, polygraph examination, and medical examination/drug screeningMust complete all DCJS requirements for certification as a Deputy Sheriff within one year of hire dateMust have basic computer skills and be familiar with Microsoft Office softwareMust qualify with firearms and other defensive weaponsThe Richmond City Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.Benefits Biweekly Pay ScheduleVirginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Plan with Hazardous Duty Supplement for DeputiesHealth, Vision, Prescription, & Wellness BenefitsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesCertified V3 EmployerNumerous educational partnerships with institutions of higher learning providing reduced tuition and/or additional creditsBasic Group Term Life Insurance (2x annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars)Optional Disability and Family Life InsuranceOptional Deferred Compensation Retirement (457 Retirement Plan)12 Vacation Days Per Year15 Days Military Leave per Military Fiscal Year15 Days Sick Leave Accrued per Year#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Job Description The Richmond City Sheriff's Office (RCSO) is actively recruiting candidates seeking law enforcement careers, including individuals searching for Deputy Sheriff jobs, jail deputy positions, corrections officer jobs, entry-level law enforcement, federal law enforcement, state trooper, security guard, and/or police jobs (cop). This non patrol role is ideal for those exploring public safety, criminal justice, or a career as a sworn officer.All new deputy sheriffs appointed by the Sheriff perform the duties of a Jail Officer prior to becoming eligible for other assignments which may become available. Applicants will be required to complete a physical agility test.Deputy Sheriffs are trained as Jail Officers, Courtroom Security Officers, and Civil Process Officers. RCSO offers additional career opportunities through the following specialized positions: Transportation Officers, Alternative Sentencing, Inmate/Resident Community Services Crew, Certified Law Enforcement Instructors, and Classification Officers.Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Jail Operations work one of the following shifts:Day Shift: 6:30am - 7:00pmNight Shift: 6:30pm - 7:00amRESPONSIBILITIES Maintains security of residents within an assigned postMonitors the activities of residents by performing random security inspections, checking the following: resident well-being and behavior, pod windows are free from damage and obstruction, lighting is sufficient and in working order, sanitation of residents and housing areas, equipment and fixtures (doors, showers, toilets, etc.) are in proper working order, all locking mechanisms and security devices are in proper working order and are properly secured, and fire and safety hazardsDocuments in a proper manner any situation or occurrence that is not consistent with the routine operations of the Richmond City Sheriff's Office using the appropriate formHelps other deputies or calls for assistance for any use of force incident or potential use of force incident and follows department's use of force policy in response to all use of force incidentsSupervises resident movement and activitiesPerforms resident transports to locations outside the Richmond City Justice Center, such as clinics, emergency room, courts, etc.Performs resident personal searches and cell searches as needed or required by policyProvides security in the pods during feeding of residentsProvides information and aid to residents consistent with departmental policyEnsures security and accountability of all key packs and keys through proper key control as prescribed by policy and procedureMaintains records of and properly identifies persons entering and leaving facility and/or security areaRestricts movement to security areas through operation of electronically and manually secured doorsSecures outside perimeter of Richmond City Justice Center and prevents flow of contraband by conducting thorough rounds and searches of outside grounds and fixturesCommunicates effectively with other posts or deputies in the Richmond City Justice Center via two-way radio using proper terminology and ten-codes as prescribed by the Standard Operating ProceduresHelps the public and performs duties and functions outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures during resident visitationHelps citizens and professionals with authorized information about residentsDrives emergency vehicles under stressful conditionsUses physical force to control and arrest law violatorsRequires medium to heavy work that involves exerting 100 to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move or carry objectsMaintains a physical and mental state of fitness and readiness to handle involvement with dangerous and potentially dangerous people, animals, and equipmentPerforms duties that may involve running, walking, climbing stairs, sitting or standing for long periods, crouching/stooping, bending/squatting, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, grasping, and raising objects, and applicants must have the manual dexterity, sense of touch, and hand strength to use a firearm or physically subdue a person and apply or remove handcuffs and must have normal hearing and normal or correctable visionCarries out any or all other duties as directed by the Sheriff or his or her designeeQUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 21 years oldMust be a U.S. citizenHigh school diploma or GED requiredNever convicted of any felony chargeNever convicted of any domestic violence offenseNo serious misdemeanorsMust possess strong moral character as determined by the Applicant Screening Panel and background investigationMust be willing to submit to being fingerprinted and a search will be made of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal recordMust be found, after examination by Occupational Health, to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might adversely affect his/her ability to exercise the powers or duties of a Deputy SheriffMust possess or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment a valid Virginia driver's license if currently licensed out of stateMust submit to an extensive background investigation, credit history check, polygraph examination, and medical examination/drug screeningMust complete all DCJS requirements for certification as a Deputy Sheriff within one year of hire dateMust have basic computer skills and be familiar with Microsoft Office softwareMust qualify with firearms and other defensive weaponsThe Richmond City Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.Benefits Biweekly Pay ScheduleVirginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Plan with Hazardous Duty Supplement for DeputiesHealth, Vision, Prescription, & Wellness BenefitsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesCertified V3 EmployerNumerous educational partnerships with institutions of higher learning providing reduced tuition and/or additional creditsBasic Group Term Life Insurance (2x annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars)Optional Disability and Family Life InsuranceOptional Deferred Compensation Retirement (457 Retirement Plan)12 Vacation Days Per Year15 Days Military Leave per Military Fiscal Year15 Days Sick Leave Accrued per Year#J-18808-Ljbffr