Deputy Sheriff - Lateral Transfer

Ready for a department that respects your experience, values your time, and invests in your future?

Join the Newport News Sheriff's Office — one of the most progressive and employee-focused law enforcement agencies in Virginia
, serving the vibrant community of Newport News in the heart of Hampton Roads
.

If you’re currently serving with another agency and looking for better work-life balance, real career growth, and competitive pay — this is your opportunity to level up.

• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus
• Work just 14 days a month
• No rotating shifts — consistent 12-hour schedules days or nights
• Every other weekend off
• Accelerated hiring process
• Recognized as a top employer supporting veterans (8-time honoree)

We know today’s professionals value flexibility, purpose, and growth — and we deliver all three.

Your experience matters here. Lateral deputies perform impactful, real-world law enforcement and public safety duties across multiple divisions, including:

• Intake, classification, and supervision of inmates
• Court security and bailiff services
• Civil process service and legal enforcement
• Inmate transportation and extraditions
• Community outreach and safety programs
• Electronic monitoring enforcement
• Emergency response and security operations

Assignments rotate through jail operations, court services, civil process, and specialized duties — giving you variety, skill growth, and career mobility
.

• Cross-functional law enforcement experience
• Opportunities to work with local and federal task forces
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Leadership and specialty unit pathways

This isn’t just a transfer — it’s a career upgrade.

We offer one of the most comprehensive compensation and benefits packages in the region — for you and your family:

• Virginia Retirement System pension options
• Additional retirement savings plans (ICMA / 457)
• Paid academy training
• Uniforms and equipment provided

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Prescription plan and flexible spending accounts
• On-site gym and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vaccines and preventative care

• Paid personal and medical leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military and bereavement leave
• Short- and long-term disability

• Age 21+ at time of hire
• U.S. citizen
• High school diploma or GED
• Current law enforcement, jailor, court security or civil processing certification (lateral transfer)

If you want a career with purpose, balance, and long-term security
, now’s the time to make your move.