What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lateral Patrol Deputy (CD) - Pre-Certified position at Hanover County, VA?
Salary : $61,500.00 - $84,940.00 Annually
Location : Hanover, VA
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : 202500003
Department : Sheriff's Office
Opening Date : 01 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date : 6 / 30 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Working Title : Lateral Patrol Deputy (Pre-Certified)
Description
The Hanover County Sheriff's Office offers lateral transfers to patrol deputies who have law enforcement experience in the state of Virginia. In partnership with our community, the members of the Sheriff's Office promise to provide all citizens with the highest degree of protection for their lives and property, and to develop community responsibility at reducing crime and enhancing safety through problem-solving tactics, thereby creating an environment where crime cannot flourish. Starting annual salary will be determined based on career ladder level and years of experience.
General Description : This is a sworn position. The incumbent provides law enforcement services and protection for the Hanover County community. This work involves an element of personal danger.
Organization : The Deputy Sheriff position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Plan (CD). The Deputy Sheriff has six (6) levels ranging from Deputy Sheriff to Deputy Sheriff - Corporal. The Deputy Sheriff reports to a Lieutenant and supervises no staff.
Essential Functions :
- Patrols an assigned area and detects violations of traffic and criminal law
and suspicious activity.
Working Conditions : A. Hazards
B. Environment
C. Physical Effort
D. Non-exempt
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Working knowledge of modern police methods, practices and procedures and applicable Federal, State and County laws and ordinances. Knowledgeable of the County's geography and the location of important buildings and landmarks. Knowledgeable of the Sheriff's Office's standard operating procedures, rules and regulations, and executive orders, preferred. Skilled in the operation and handling of law enforcement equipment. Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions and to rapidly analyze situations and make sound decisions. Ability to maintain physical agility and endurance.
Education, Experience and Training : High school diploma or equivalent, required. Experience in handling stressful and dangerous situations and managing them toward positive resolutions, preferred. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and / or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.
Special Conditions :
Revision Date : February 2013
Applicants must be certified as a police officer through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, currently employed by a law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia, 21 years of age or older, and a U.S. citizen. Applicants must also possess a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a valid driver's license, and successfully pass all phases of a highly competitive selection process. The selection process includes :
SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Hanover County is proud to provide our employees with the following comprehensive benefits package. Hanover provides a benefit package that provides for you in times of need, they offer an ongoing level of financial security, peace-of-mind, and healthy work-life balance. This is part of our goal to make Hanover County an attractive place to work. To see exactly what you will find with our offerings, click the link below : This is an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail. The Pamunkey Regional Jail and Library share some of the County benefits, please visit their website for more details.
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Salary : $61,500 - $84,940
