GOOCHLAND COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICE
GOOCHLAND COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICE
GOOCHLAND COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICE


GOOCHLAND COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICE
EMPLOYMENT

APPLICATION PROCESS
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All applications are now completed and submitted electronically. Please click HERE to view open positions and to begin the application process.
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The following are disqualifiers for employment with this agency. If any of these items apply, please do not submit an application:
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Use of any illegal substances, such as cocaine, heroin, or LSD, anabolic steroids, and Adderall on case-by-case basis
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Conviction of domestic assault
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A driving history that reflects an accumulation of more than five penalty points on applicant's DMV record. (In the case of out-of-state driving records, convictions will be assessed against the Virginia driving point violation system.)
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Evidence of continual or unexplained poor financial responsibilities, such as a credit history of unjustifiable late payments or debts, wage garnishments, civil judgments, or bankruptcy.
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Indications of dishonesty or of thefts by an applicant, or any other behavior that would bring discredit to the Sheriff’s Office.
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Commission of undetected crimes that are recent, serious, or repetitive in nature.
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