*Deputy Sheriff - F
ld Division*
*Department*
Sheriff O
ice
*Loc
- on*
1345 Fallin
- reek Rd - Actual work site
- l vary
*Hours*
- ries by assignment (Fu
- time). Field O
- ations deputi
- work 12 hour sh
- s.
*Description*
Th
- position acts as
epresentative of the
- dford County Sheriff's Office. General duties include enfor
g laws of the Commonweal
of Virginia as well as the local ordinances of Bedford County. Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain Virginia certification as a law enforcement officer. The application process typically last 6-12 weeks and the applicant must undergo a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph, psychological evaluation, and a medical exam. Candidates with current Virginia law enforcement certification or who are currently attending pre-employment certification programs will be given preference.
*Requirements*
*Minimum Requirements Include:*
* Must be a U. S Citizen
* Must be a high school graduate or possess a General Education Degree Certificate or equivalent
* Must possess a valid Virginia operator's license at the time of employment.
* Must be (21) years of age by date of hire or completion of training academy.
* Must not have any felony convictions; a misdemeanor conviction may be grounds for dismissal but will be looked at on a case-by-case basis.
* Must not use tobacco products on or off duty to ensure compliance with the Virginia Heart and Lung Laws.
*Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.*
_*EOE / ADA / Minorities / Females / Vets*_
*Minimum Salary*
$ 45,000 annually for non-certified applicant. Certified applicants up to $51,000.
Apply directly on our website at: https://sheriff.bedfordcountyva.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/2468/4018
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
* Bedford, VA 24523: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person