Deputy Sheriff

Overview

$15,000 Sign-On BONUS*

The Fairfax County Sheriff's Office is looking for individuals who want to contribute to the outstanding quality of life that Fairfax County residents enjoy. The opportunity to wear the star exists now!

The Fairfax County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing world-class public safety with honor, courage, and a dedication to service. It is one of the largest sheriff's offices in Virginia with over 600 professional men and women, serving one of the most diverse counties in the nation. We offer a variety of law enforcement opportunities in areas that include:
Court Services;
Civil Process;
Corrections;
Emergency Response Team;
Law Enforcement Training;
Inmate Transport;
Community Programs;
Motor Unit;
Honor Guard;
Crisis Negotiation Team;
Bike Team;
Crisis Intervention Team;
Sheriff's Intelligence Unit;
Peer Support Team.

A Deputy Sheriff typically works a 12.5-hour shift inside the Adult Detention Center. Shift options (hours subject to change) include:

• Day Shift: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Night Shift: 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Workdays alternating weekly: 1st week (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun); 2nd week (Wed, Thu)
• All shifts include ~15 days per month to equal 87.5 hours per two-week pay period, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Additional pay such as night/evening differential, foreign language stipend, field training instructor stipend, holiday pay, and/or annual step increases as budget allows.
• Incumbents are emergency essential services personnel who must report on their scheduled day or be called back in emergencies.

Academy Training hours are primarily Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

* Salary will be determined within pay grade based upon relevant qualifications such as: prior law enforcement experience, college degree, military experience, and foreign language proficiency.

* This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $15,000.

The illustrative duties listed are representative and not all-inclusive. A complete list of duties and physical requirements is in the position description.

• Supervises inmate activities, prevents escapes and maintains order, discipline and security;
• Takes appropriate action in emergency situations in accordance with riot, hostage, fire and disaster plans;
• Executes and returns civil and criminal process, Department of Motor Vehicle suspension orders; court orders, levies and evictions;
• Serves warrants and makes arrests;
• Gives testimony in court on actions taken during arrests and investigations;
• Secures the courtrooms to which assigned from disruption and violence;
• Escorts prisoners to and from courts and the Adult Detention Center;
• Provides on-the-job training for newer deputies;
• Processes inmates in and out of the Adult Detention Center;
• Oversees inmates in a specific area of the Adult Detention Center;
• Directs or escorts all inmates in an assigned area;
• Keeps a continual count of inmates in an assigned area;
• Oversees the handling and security of inmate property;
• Investigates complaints from inmates or the public concerning missing, misplaced, or mishandled inmate property;
• Transports, by vehicle, inmates and other individuals in custody;
• Performs instructor duties at the Criminal Justice Academy;
• Prepares and conducts roll call training;
• Ensures accurate and current files are maintained on all supply transactions and office equipment repair;
• Performs routine law enforcement duties as required (e.g., traffic enforcement, accident response and investigation, criminal investigations);
• Maintains complete and accurate records and prepares clear and concise reports.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed are representative and not all-inclusive.

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
• CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES
  
  REQUIRED:
  
  Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license at the time of appointment; within one year of appointment, obtain:
  Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer;
  Certification as a Jailor;
  Certification in Court Security/Civil Process;
  Certific…