What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff - Security position at Dinwiddie County?
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 Education and Experience Requirements
Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training in law enforcement.
Physical Demands
Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
- Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
- Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
- Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
- Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
- Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
- Traffic; Moving machinery.
- Electrical shock; Heights.
- Radiation; Disease/pathogens.
- Toxic/caustic chemicals; Explosives; Violence.
- Other extreme hazards not listed above.
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.
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.
Miscellaneous Information
Job Location: Dinwiddie, Virginia
Job Details
Job ID
00542
Category
Sheriff's Office
Status
Open
Full Time
Salary
$48,041-$49,184 Annually
Posted
April 11, 2025
Closing
April 25, 2025 11:59 PM
Salary : $48,041 - $49,184
