Deputy Sheriff

<p data-pasted="true">Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office is seeking both experienced and non-experienced (recruit) candidates for our upcoming training academy. Recruits will be hired at a starting salary of $56,741. Applicants with prior Police, Sheriff's Office, DCJS Basic Jailor Certification, DOC Officer Certification, and/or Military Security/Patrol experience will be considered for salaries commensurate with experience.<br><br><strong><u>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</u></strong>: Must be at least 18 years of age if in the active military, Reserve, or Guard or at least 20 years of age otherwise; possess a high school diploma or GED; must be able to show active credentials for prior experience qualifications if applicable; must possess a valid driver's license; be a U.S. citizen; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.</p><p><strong>Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required. </strong></p><p><strong>This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice’s “Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy” and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check. Must be a US citizen or have been a lawful resident of the US for the past ten consecutive years.</strong></p><strong>This position is considered Critical Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.</strong><br><br><strong><u>EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS</u></strong>: Must be able to successfully complete a physical agility test, written test, FBI background check to include but not limited to driving history and criminal history, polygraph exam, panel interview, psychological exam, psychological interview, and medical exam.<p data-pasted="true">You will be required to maintain a safe and secure environment for employees, citizens, customers and inmates at the courthouses or jail, courtrooms, campuses, holding areas, and special events; enforce all felony and misdemeanor laws of Virginia; serve warrants, summonses, subpoenas, civil and other official papers; transport inmates to and from various jails/prisons in and out of state; work under stressful, high-risk conditions; maintain required level of proficiency in the use of firearms, driving skills and defensive tactics; investigate and report criminal offenses that occur at the jail or courthouses; assist motorists in various situations as needed; provide emergency operations resources to the County during times of crisis; serve as a force multiplier and law enforcement resource for Chesterfield Police Department during man-made or natural disasters, mass arrests events, or national emergencies; enforce all state and local ordinances; provide certified search and rescue assets statewide as needed or requested. Perform other work as required.</p><p><strong>This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience. </strong></p><p><strong><u>Please note</u></strong>: Position open until filled (first review to begin January 26, 2026).</p>For more information about employment with the Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, please visit <a href="https://www.chesterfield.gov/765/Sheriffs-Office" data-pasted="true" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.chesterfield.gov/765/Sheriffs-Office">https://www.chesterfield.gov/765/Sheriffs-Office</a>.<undefined>Permanent 12 hour shifts to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.</undefined><undefined>Sheriff's Office</undefined>

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