Deputy Sheriff - Security

General Description

The purpose of this job is to provide protective service and skilled human support work overseeing care and security of arrestees, ensuring courtroom security, transporting prisoners, serving civil processes, preparing and maintaining files and records.

This position works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

Mans the Sheriff's office, greets, and assists the public with Sherriff Office needs.

Receives and processes arrestees into custody of institution; searches prisoners; takes charge of personal property.

Prepares and maintains a variety of records, files, and reports.

Ensures the security and order of courtrooms prior to and during court sessions; searches courtroom and prisoners for contraband prior to entering court and before returning to lock-up; responds and carries out all orders of the judge.

Arranges for and/or transports inmates to correctional and court facilities, etc.; reviews paperwork from clerk for accuracy and checks dockets before court date.

Scans all persons; searches briefcases, bags, purses, etc.; assists handicapped and special needs persons.

May operate alarm systems, camera system, computers, video taping equipment, pass code system, and control panel in the control room.

Sets up video arraignment and conference; manages attorney conferences with inmates.

Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.

Experience: Supplemented by specialized courses/training in law enforcement.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Completion of Virginia Basic Jail Academy Training.

Must meet and maintain all department and State training and education requirements for position.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Physical Demands

Medium Work - Involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying objects weighting up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment (Unavoidable Hazards)

Involves routine and frequent exposureto violence.

Involves exposure to biohazards, blood borne pathogens.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Dinwiddie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Dinwiddie County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

This position is eligible for the County's employee benefit package.

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Miscellaneous Information

Job Location: Dinwiddie, Virginia