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Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12- Special Projects

Deputy Sheriff – Civil Process/Court Security (WAR)

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12- Special Projects, Yorktown, Virginia, United States, 23693

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Deputy Sheriff – Civil Process/Court Security (WAR) Description:

Performs specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates in the holding area of the York County Courthouse. Ensures the security of inmates and the courthouse during transport for court appearances. Serves civil processes in York County and the City of Poquoson. Acts as Bailiff in a Court of Law, opening court, maintaining order, and ensuring the security of inmates.

Responsibilities

Secures inmates in the holding area while awaiting trial; fingerprints and photographs sentenced inmates; transports inmates to and from the holding area to the courtrooms.

Ensures that inmates are searched and allows calls to attorneys; calls bondsman if necessary.

Patrols courthouse; inspects the courthouse daily; ensures security of the facility and maintains order.

Maintains security at the front entrance of the courthouse by processing visitors through a metal detector and x‑ray machine.

Maintains logs and files court documents.

Receives and responds to a variety of telephone inquiries.

Transports inmates to other facilities and to and from court.

Serves as a bailiff in a courtroom setting; opens court; maintains order; maintains custody of prisoners.

Ensures paperwork is delivered from the jail and sheriff’s office.

Supervises clean‑up and maintenance of holding area.

Coordinates inmate/attorney conferences.

Fingerprints individuals and performs criminal record checks.

Serves legal process to citizens of York County and the City of Poquoson.

Conducts evictions as necessary.

Supports patrol units with road calls as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED, as required by state law.

Must be a United States citizen, at least 21 years of age, and meet established medical requirements.

Must be actively certified in Basic Jailor or Basic Law Enforcement through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.

Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Required to qualify annually on Sheriff’s Office Firearms Qualification Course and must maintain DCJS Combined Corrections Certification.

Job is contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment checks including criminal history, background and DMV record checks.

Supplemental Information

Some knowledge of the geography and layout of the county.

Some knowledge of civil and criminal statutes on which charges and arrests are based.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to write clear, comprehensive reports.

Ability to handle sensitive public contacts, and the ability to deal with the public tactfully and courteously, but firmly when necessary.

Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action based on surrounding hazards and circumstances.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Physical Demands Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a two‑way radio, typewriter, calculator, copier, etc. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle, handle firearms, and perform tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying. The ability to run, scale walls and stairs is necessary when in foot pursuit.

Benefits No benefits are associated with this position.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

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