Sheriff’s Deputy - Full-Time (DCJS Certified)

City of Fredericksburg, Virginia; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 57,150 - 61,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous vacation/sick leave

13 paid holidays each year

Job summary

The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking certified law enforcement officers for the full-time position of Deputy. Responsibilities include securing the courthouse and conducting prisoner transports. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, DCJS certification, and pass a background investigation.

Offering a starting salary of $57,150 - $61,440 with benefits including health insurance and paid holidays. Join a dedicated work team committed to serving a thriving community.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age by the completion of the law enforcement basic academy.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• No convictions of DUI or serious misdemeanors in the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Secure the courthouse and conduct prisoner transports.
• Serve civil process and perform routine law enforcement duties.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Virginia DCJS certification

Background investigation compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Full-Time

Starting salary: $57,150 - $61,440 (negotiable with experience)

Overview

The Fredericksburg Sheriff’s Office is taking applications from Virginia DCJS certified law enforcement officers for the position of full time deputy. The primary duty of the Sheriff’s Office is to secure the courthouse, serve civil process, and conduct prisoner transports. As a secondary function, the Deputy may carry out routine law enforcement duties.

An online application must be completed before the applicant is considered for testing.

Testing Process

• Arrive 15 minutes prior to testing. Tardiness will disqualify you from testing.
• Bring your valid driver’s license.
• Dress appropriately.
• You are not allowed to possess cell phones, smart watches, or any device that accesses the internet in the courthouse.

The testing process consists of the following:

• Written Exam
• Lawfit Assessment
• Background investigation
• Polygraph
• Psychological test
• Medical Examination
• Conditional Offer
• Oral review board
• Interview with the Sheriff

Minimum Requirements

• 21 years of age by the completion of the law enforcement basic academy
• United States Citizen
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or GED
• No more than two moving violations in the last two years
• No convictions of DUI, eluding, or leaving the scene of an accident in the last 5 years
• No record of two or more DUIs
• No Driver’s License revocation or suspension in the last 5 years
• No convictions, guilty or no contest pleas to a Class 1 or 2 misdemeanors involving moral turpitude
• Not convictions, guilty or no contest pleas to any misdemeanor sex offense including sexual battery or consensual intercourse with a minor 15 or older
• No convictions, pleas of guilty or no contest to any offense of domestic battery
• You must undergo a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records
• Undergo a physical examination before the conditional offer of employment
• Must have a negative result on pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits

Come be part of a knowledgeable and dedicated work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community and the commitment to City’s Core Values. The City is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.

Position is open until filled; completed City Applications should be submitted to Human Resources. Additional information and applications may be completed online at: https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/Employment.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Contact:
Deputy Sheila Jones
Office: 540-372-1056
Mobile: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Email: [e-mail]