DEPUTY SHERIFF - JOB REQUIREMENTS

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REQUIREMENTS

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Applicants Must:

• Be 21 years of age or older

• Be a U.S. Citizen

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent

• Possess a valid driver’s license

• Successfully pass a written test

• Successfully complete physical agility test

• Successfully pass an oral review board

• Successfully pass a polygraph examination

• Successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation

• Successfully complete a physical exam

• Interview with the Sheriff

• Successfully pass a psychological test (if required)

*Excellent benefits package and a take-home car if the applicant meets the requirements.

 

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

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• Under direction - provides law enforcement services and protection for our community,

Goochland County

• On an assigned shift - operates a patrol vehicle to enforce violations of traffic laws,

suspicious activities, and disturbances of law

• Takes appropriate action upon observation of these activities

• Provides courtroom security

• Performs civil process services

• Must be able to wear a mask

• Does related work as required; works under regular supervision

 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES (not all-inclusive; must be prepared to complete other duties as assigned)

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• Patrols an assigned area to enforce traffic and criminal law and suspicious activity

• Responds to radio calls for service

• Handles domestic disturbances and a variety of citizen complaints

• Conducts criminal investigations

• Prepares detailed reports

• Testifies in court

• Assists disabled motorists, investigates vehicle crashes, and directs traffic as necessary

• Assists other agencies as necessary

• Ensures the security and order of courtrooms prior to and during court sessions;

removes unruly individuals from the courtroom

• Searches courtroom for contraband and inmates for unauthorized possession prior to

court appearance

• Transports and supervises prisoners to and from court, secures in holding cells

• Transports prisoners to other jails and institutions

• Carries out all orders of the court

• Serves summonses, notices, warrants, and capiases

• Flexibility in work schedule in order to be 'on-call' at times outside of regular shift

• Makes arrests, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints

• Subdues resisting suspects using appropriate weapons, maneuvers, and other approved

self-defense methods.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

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• Working knowledge of modern police methods, practices, and procedures

• Knowledgeable of applicable federal, state, and county laws and ordinances

• Knowledgeable of the County’s geography and the location of important buildings and

landmarks

• Knowledgeable of the Sheriff’s Office’s Standard Operating Procedures, Rules and

Regulations, and Executive orders

• Skilled in handling a variety of stressful and dangerous situations, guiding involved

parties toward positive resolutions

• Skilled in interviewing techniques

• Skilled in the preparation of detailed reports

• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public

• Ability to rapidly analyze situations and make sound decisions with due regard to

surrounding hazards and circumstances, while adopting quick, effective, and reasonable

courses of action.

• Ability to maintain physical agility and endurance

• General knowledge of court procedures

• Ability to exercise tact and judgment in handling visitors of the court and in maintaining

the behavior of prisoners

• Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms

• Knowledge of the geography of the county

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MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

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Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation from high

school.

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If the applicant is not currently certified in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the applicant will be required

to complete the Law Enforcement Basic Academy followed by successfully completing a field

training program.

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If the applicant is currently certified in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the applicant will be required to

successfully complete a field training program

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BENEFITS

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• Competitive Pay

• 12 paid holidays per year

• Vacation & Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Employer Paid Retirement Plan (VRS)

• Health & Dental Benefits

• Prescription Drug Coverage