Exciting Opportunity to Begin Your Career as a Deputy Sheriff Recruit at Portsmouth Sheriff's Office!

Join a Dynamic Team, where Career Advancement is Encouraged and Professional Development is Supported

As a Deputy Sheriff Recruit, enjoy a Competitive Salary rate at $44,982k

But wait, there's more - Upon graduation from the Basic Academy, your salary increases to $47, 153k.

And that's not all- You'll also receive a Valuable VRS Retirment Plan with Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) Supplement, ensuring financial security for your future.

PSO Deputy Sheriffs fulfill 12-hour shifts (rotating) with every other weekend off. With a schedule of 14 days a month

Day Shift 8am-8pm

Night Shift 8pm- 8am 

Job Responsibilities 

• Perform vital jailor duties with precision and professionalism.
• Conduct meticulous inspections of incarcerated individuals housing areas, ensuring utmost security and order.
• Supervise and oversee all aspects of incarcerated individuals' daily routines, including meals, exercise, recreation, hygiene, safety and compliance.
• Utilize your special skills and training to effectively manage and handle incarcerated individuals' behavior.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all pertinent information related to incarcerated individuals.

Eligible for transfer after three years of service:

Court Security Unit, Civil Process Unit, Criminal Apprehension Unit, Training Unit, D.A.R.E. Unit, K-9 Unit, Traffic Unit, S.A.V.E. Unit, Drone Unit, Community Affairs Unit

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance | LEO Supplement (VRS Virginia Retirement System *Group & Optional*)
  • Paid Annual |Sick |Birthday Leave |Holiday Leave
  • Flexible and Health Spending Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement/ Assistance (special discounts with Liberty University)
  • Optima Employee Assistance Program (counseling, grief, anger, loss, etc.)
  • Legal Resources
  • AFLAC Short Term Disability 
  • Fitness Memberships (YMCA, One Life at a discounted rate)
  • Wellness Programs (diabetes)
  • Ticketsatwork (discount program)

What We Value:

The Portsmouth Sheriff’s Office is committed to serving our citizens with compassion and integrity. Dedicated to the well-being of our community, we will build trust, foster goodwill, promote civic pride, and as a department, strive to reflect the diverse populations we serve.

• Honor
• Service
• Integrity

The Portsmouth Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications for Deputy Sheriff:

• Education: High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Similar work background is preferred but not required
• At least 18 years of age at the time of sworn duty
• Physical condition: must be declared "fit for duty" by Occupational Health Office
• Valid driver’s license - must have a positive point driving record.
• Training: successfully complete Academy within the first 12 months of employment — successful completion includes passing all phases of academic, physical, driver, and firearms activity. In addition, in-service maintenance training and semi-annual firearms qualifications are ongoing.
• Special requirements: position requires being available for emergency calls, standby duty, 12-hour shifts, and details outside the facility. Also includes work on days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
• Former military must have a copy of DD-214.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AT: The Portsmouth Sheriff's Department employment page at Portsmouth Sheriff's Office | Portsmouth Sheriff's Office (portsmouthsheriffsofficeva.gov)

Please see the link to our application above and be sure to prepare the following documents. 

• Driver's license

• Social Security Card

• Birth Certificate

• High school diploma or transcripts (or GED certificate)
• College transcripts (if applicable)
• Virginia DCJS certification as a law enforcement officer (if applicable)
• DD-214 (if applicable)

IN PERSON APPLICATIONS: Charles Fisher Training Academy, 1725 Green Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 (between 8:30 am - noon)

Apply now for this incredible opportunity to launch you law Enforcment career and take advantage of the benefits and growth opportunities that await you at the Portsmouth Sheriff's Office!

The Portsmouth Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer