Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

DEPUTY SHERIFF

$68,000 - $79,000

(Onsite)

(Virginia Law Enforcement Certified Deputies/Officers Only)

The City of Falls Church Sheriff’s Office is recruiting for a full-time, Deputy Sheriff with Virginia DCJS certification. This Deputy will perform court security, prisoner transportation, civil process and law enforcement functions in a busy small agency and jurisdiction environment.

The City is an independent city (2.2 square miles, 15,000 population) six miles from the nation's capital situated between the large urban counties of Arlington and Fairfax with its own court, clerk system and sheriff’s office. The City is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system and community activities.

Required, No Exceptions:

• Mandatory and comprehensive background checks to include all past employment and fingerprint criminal history. The Sheriff’s Office may reject any applicant based on any interpretation of any aspect of the investigation.
• U.S. citizen or in the process of and qualified for U.S. citizenship.
• At least 21 years of age at hire.
• Valid United States (state) Operator’s (driver’s) license
• High School Diploma and completion or GED equivalent.
• Non-user of any tobacco product (including Vape)
• 20/20 corrected vision. Near/night vision, Color blindness, peripheral test clearance.
• Excellent physical condition and acceptable physical medical examination.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time including in inclement weather, as well as extended sitting/operation of agency vehicles.
• Ability to engage in apprehension and criminal and traffic enforcement.
• Qualified veteran hiring preference.

Disqualifiers (Partial List) :

• The Sheriff’s Office may reject any applicant for any arrest, plea or conviction that occurred at any age for any offense including misdemeanors.
• Conviction, plea of guilty or no contest/Alford to a felony or any offense if committed in Virginia would be deemed a felony.
• Class 1 or 2 misdemeanor committed as an adult to include DUI.
• Positive result on any pre-employment drug screen.
• More than one moving traffic violation within 12 months or two moving traffic violations within 24 months of the date of application.
• Any activity or circumstance deemed by the Sheriff’s office to be unacceptable for law enforcement and public safety.

Hours:

This is a full-time position, typically scheduled Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM. Required over-time for special events and other circumstances including specialized details.

Salary and Benefits :

The starting salary for qualified Deputy Sheriffs is $68,000 to $79,000 annually and is subject to increases depending on experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package included: health insurance, dental insurance, VRS pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, college savings plan, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, credit union membership, free parking, and more. See more details on benefits here.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:

The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

All City facilities are smoke free.

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Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Felony friendly, Flexible hours, Night shift, Monday to Friday,

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