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The Prince William County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking qualified applicants to join our team. If you are interested in serving the community, you are in the right place! Apply with us today and take the first step into a rewarding career!
The Prince William County Sheriff’s Office is a state accredited agency that takes great pride in serving our community with integrity, respect, and professionalism. The sheriff’s office provides security for the Judicial Center complex, serves civil process, provides timely transport of prisoners and patients to court ordered proceedings, and participates in numerous community programs (i.e. Project Lifesaver, Senior Safe, Gun Safety, etc.). Through collaboration and partnerships with elected leaders, staff, and citizens, the sheriff’s office continues to develop and enhance our services available to the community. The sheriff’s office holds concurrent law enforcement jurisdiction with local police departments and stands ready to assist them in primary duties as needed.
Hiring Salary
: The starting salary is $60,789 per year. Virginia Law Enforcement officers/deputies are eligible to receive a higher salary based on years of service. Certified out-of-state applicants are eligible for a shortened transitional academy. If you do not hold a current Virginia law enforcement certification, you will be paid while attending the academy! The sheriff’s office will supply your uniforms and all equipment. We offer hiring and pay incentives, language stipends, permanent shifts, excellent benefits including, but not limited to, health, vision, dental, life insurance, VRS retirement and many more.
Signing Bonus
: We offer a generous $10,000 one-time signing bonus for eligible new employees, paid in two installments.
Education Bonus
: Eligible applicants may receive a one-time education bonus, as a percentage of the entry-level salary, payable after successful completion of the probationary period as calculated below: 1.5% - Associate degree 3.0% - Bachelor’s degree 4.5% - Master’s Degree 6.0% - Doctorate Degree Military Experience Bonus
: Eligible applicants may receive a one-time military experience bonus, as a percentage of the entry-level salary, payable after successful completion of the probationary period as calculated below: 1.5% - Enlisted Ranks (E-4 through E-9) 3.0% - Officer and Warrant Officer Ranks (W-1 through W-4; O-1 and higher) Hiring Process
: The selection process may take approximately three months to complete so APPLY NOW! Applicants must successfully complete all required stages: Submit online application Screening and Assessment: personal history statement, applicant interview and conditional offer of employment Polygraph and Psychological Evaluation Thorough medical exam and physical abilities assessment Sheriff’s interview and formal job offer Selection Criteria
: Must be at least 21 years of age by academy graduation date. Must be a U.S. citizen at time of application. Must have a valid driver’s license at the time of application. Must have a High School Diploma or GED by date of hire. Must pass a medical exam and physical abilities assessment. Must pass a hearing exam. Must not be colorblind. Must not have any felony convictions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
: The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment background check and is subject to the following: criminal and credit history check, education and driver’s license verification check, fingerprinting, a physical and polygraph examination. Applications without an attached resume will not be accepted or considered.
NOTE
: The Prince William County Sheriff’s Office is an “at will” employer.
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Hiring Salary
: The starting salary is $60,789 per year. Virginia Law Enforcement officers/deputies are eligible to receive a higher salary based on years of service. Certified out-of-state applicants are eligible for a shortened transitional academy. If you do not hold a current Virginia law enforcement certification, you will be paid while attending the academy! The sheriff’s office will supply your uniforms and all equipment. We offer hiring and pay incentives, language stipends, permanent shifts, excellent benefits including, but not limited to, health, vision, dental, life insurance, VRS retirement and many more.
Signing Bonus
: We offer a generous $10,000 one-time signing bonus for eligible new employees, paid in two installments.
Education Bonus
: Eligible applicants may receive a one-time education bonus, as a percentage of the entry-level salary, payable after successful completion of the probationary period as calculated below: 1.5% - Associate degree 3.0% - Bachelor’s degree 4.5% - Master’s Degree 6.0% - Doctorate Degree Military Experience Bonus
: Eligible applicants may receive a one-time military experience bonus, as a percentage of the entry-level salary, payable after successful completion of the probationary period as calculated below: 1.5% - Enlisted Ranks (E-4 through E-9) 3.0% - Officer and Warrant Officer Ranks (W-1 through W-4; O-1 and higher) Hiring Process
: The selection process may take approximately three months to complete so APPLY NOW! Applicants must successfully complete all required stages: Submit online application Screening and Assessment: personal history statement, applicant interview and conditional offer of employment Polygraph and Psychological Evaluation Thorough medical exam and physical abilities assessment Sheriff’s interview and formal job offer Selection Criteria
: Must be at least 21 years of age by academy graduation date. Must be a U.S. citizen at time of application. Must have a valid driver’s license at the time of application. Must have a High School Diploma or GED by date of hire. Must pass a medical exam and physical abilities assessment. Must pass a hearing exam. Must not be colorblind. Must not have any felony convictions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
: The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment background check and is subject to the following: criminal and credit history check, education and driver’s license verification check, fingerprinting, a physical and polygraph examination. Applications without an attached resume will not be accepted or considered.
NOTE
: The Prince William County Sheriff’s Office is an “at will” employer.
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