Job Description

The Surry County Sheriff\xe2\x80\x99s Office is accepting applications for a full time deputy sheriff\xe2\x80\x99s position. GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Deputies perform general police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work in this position normally consists of routine patrol, preliminary, investigations and traffic control duties in a designated area on an assigned shift. Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Patrols the County to preserve law and order, to identify and solve problems, to prevent and discover the commission of crimes, to serve the public and to direct traffic and enforce the motor vehicle law:
• Answers calls and complaints involving fire, medical emergencies, automobile accidents, disturbances and other misdemeanor and felony crimes;
• Be a positive representative of the Sheriff;Secures crime scenes, administers first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witnesses, witnesses statements and makes arrests;
• Interviews/interrogates suspects, gathers information and prepares detailed reports;
• Conducts timely follow-up investigations;Testifies in court;
• Gives advice on laws, ordinances and general information to the public;
• Cover an assigned area in the County;
• Maintains and secure evidence and other property;Attends regular in-service training classes to maintain state certification;
• Performs crime prevention activities;
• Conduct crime prevention patrols to include checking of businesses and homes;
• Attend all meetings required by the Sheriff\'s Office and stay educated on changing laws, and regulations;
• Perform any other duties designated by the Sheriff or a supervisor;

QUALIFICATIONS Entry-level knowledge of police methods, practices and procedures, or the ability to acquire this knowledge and apply it; general knowledge of the geography of the County and the location of important landmarks and buildings or the ability to acquire this knowledge rapidly; ability to deal courteously but firmly with the general public; demonstrated ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to prepare clear and comprehensive reports; must be able to act without immediate supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies; physical ability to perform job tasks; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the general public. Must be high school graduate or possess GED. Military experience will be considered. Completion of the appropriate training prescribed by the Commonwealth of Virginia for an entry level position is required. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS Typically performs duties on foot, from a motor vehicle; regular desk duties include writing reports, accessing computer information from computer terminals; frequent and extensive walking, standing and occasional running is necessary; occasional heavy lifting and pushing is required; extensive periods of sitting may be necessary; ability to physically subdue and restrain an individual is occasionally required; this position requires performance of duties in adverse weather, day and night; regular exposure to life-threatening and emotionally stressful situations is required; regular contact is made with the general public; frequent contact with community and school groups to inform and educate on crime Prevention activities is necessary; occasional contact with government officials including Judges, and lawyers is necessary to serve as a witness or in conjunction with arrests and citations. Contacts may require considerable tact, diplomacy and discretion. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Minimum age of 21 years, Must be a citizen of the United States and live in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Must possess and maintain throughout employment with the Surry County Sheriff\'s Office a Virginia Operator\xe2\x80\x99s License without any restrictions affecting job performance and in good standing, All candidates must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation, and must successfully complete mandated Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services training and certifications. APPLICATION Any questions should be addressed to the Surry County Sheriff\xe2\x80\x99s Office at (757) 294-5310. An application online and personal history statement need to be completed. Personal history statements should be mail to Sheriff\'s Office. https://www.surrycountyva.gov/362/Employment-Opportunities Surry County Sheriff\xe2\x80\x99s Office Post Office Box 233 Surry, VA 23883 Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $43,309.41 - $69,295.05 per year Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Law Enforcement: 1 year (Preferred)
• Virginia LE Certified: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Virginia Driver\'s License (Required)

Work Location: In person

• Health insurance