Deputy Sheriff

Deputy Sheriff I

Performs routine protective services work in maintaining security of the Roanoke County Courthouse Complex. Processes entrants through the security checkpoints; searching courtrooms and other locations for contraband or security risks; provides escort and supervision of inmates present in the courthouse; maintain logs; serve and process civil and criminal papers. Performs other duties as assigned. Deputy Sheriff I may be assigned to either the corrections, court services, or administrative divisions; assuming various duties within each.

Performs routine protective services work in providing care and maintaining security for inmates at the County Jail. Processes inmates into custody; conducts security checks of inmates in assigned areas; conducts cell searches for contraband; reviews incoming and outgoing mail; transports inmates, attends to inmate needs; maintain logs; supervises cleaning details; and monitors individuals entering and leaving the jail. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary will be based on years of prior credible service. Applicants must read Applicant Letter & Disqualifiers here.

Essential Job Functions Court Services :

• Processes all entrants of the courthouse through the security screening process.
• Conducts periodic security checks of inmates in assigned areas.
• Maintain control of the courtroom to prevent any disruptions
• Protects judges, court officials, witnesses, jurors and all other persons in the courtroom from any hostile acts directed at them.
• Supervise, escort / transport, restrain and control prisoners.
• Properly process prisoners, delayed confinement persons & juveniles.
• Properly serve Civil & Criminal papers.
• Performs interior and exterior security searches of the courthouse.

Essential Job Functions Corrections :

Education Required : High school diploma or equivalent. Experience Preferred : Some experience in public and personal contact work preferably related to law enforcement activities. Certifications / Licenses Required : Valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : General knowledge of civil and criminal law, court procedures and rules, regulations and procedures of the County Jail; and of institutions and management practices including the care and custody of prisoner.

Ability to cope with and handle interpersonal relationships; follow oral and written instructions; and to prepare records and reports.

Additional Requirements : Must be a citizen of the United States, twenty-one (21) years of age, and complete the minimum training standards required by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. Subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results. Must also be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description. Supervisory Responsibilities : None

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes :