Correctional Officer

The Deputy Sheriff- Corrections possess thorough knowledge pertinent federal state and local laws and ordinances; law enforcement support service; law enforcement practices and procedures; the rules regulations and policies of Botetourt County and the Sheriffs Office.

The position will remain open until filled. Botetourt County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. An increase in starting salary will be considered for those who possess Jailor certification and experience at time of employment.

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• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School graduate or equivalent (prefer criminal justice training through accredited academy in Virginia or Criminal Justice degree but not mandatory)
• No criminal record.
• Valid Virginia drivers license with good driving record.
• Good credit history
• Must pass a psychological screening test
• Must pass physical exam
• Citizen of the United States or have valid proof that citizenship is being sought

• Supervises jail inmates
• Conducts jail inspections-security cleanliness
• Observes inmates for illegal activities
• Provides advice and instructions to inmates
• Responds to inmate requests
• Obtains & serves warrants makes arrests when necessary
• Processes & fingerprints arrested individuals
• Transports inmates
• Writes detailed reports & testifies in court when necessary
• Enforces jail rules & regulations
• Makes rounds & follows guidelines set forth from DOC
• Completes a head count at the beginning and ending of shift & accounts for all inmates before leaving the jail at the end of shift
• Shower & Searches inmates before placing them into general population
• Searches work release & trustees
• Dispenses medications according to the Doctors orders
• Releases inmates
• Completes all paperwork in a timely manner
• Follows orders given by jail supervisors
• Makes sure the jail is clean & secure each shift
• Take initiative to see the jail is operating properly without being told each task
• Although every task cant be listed here it is the responsibility of each Jailor/ Deputy Sheriff to complete their duties and take necessary corrective action when something needs to be addressed
• Performs any and all tasks requested by jail supervisors

Possess thorough knowledge pertinent federal state and local laws and ordinances; law enforcement support service; law enforcement practices and procedures; the rules regulations and policies of Botetourt County and the Sheriffs Office.

Possess skills in observing situations analytically and objectively making quick decisions and recording information clearly and completely; managing situations firmly courteously tactfully and impartially; communicating effectively both orally and in writing; reacting quickly and calmly in emergencies; performing work which requires good condition and physical strength; performing defensive tactics which require quick reflexes agility coordination and strength; understanding and following written and oral instructions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department members and others; the safe use of law enforcement equipment. Must possess the physical and academic ability to successfully complete an accredited criminal justice academy.

• Health and dental insurance at minimal cost to employee. Dependent or family coverage available at additional cost to employee.
• Retirement plan under VRS (Currently employee pays no more than 5% towards VRS if not employed prior to 7/1/2010.)
• 457 deferred compensation plan with some county match
• Life insurance
• LEOS
• Workers Compensation
• Holiday Pay
• Leave and sick time accrual
• Uniforms and equipment provided

Botetourt County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.