Investigator - Sheriff's Office

Employment Opportunities

It is the policy of Shenandoah County to base personnel administration on merit principles, including equitable compensationbased on job classification; evaluation, selection, and promotion based on ability, knowledge, skills, and performance; and fairand equal treatment of applicants and employees in all aspects of personnel management without regard to their race, creed,color, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, veteran or militarystatus, marital status or any other status or class protected by federal or local laws. The County provides reasonableaccommodations to applicants during the application process and will ensure equal access to available positions. Pleasecontact Human Resources at 540-459-4712 or 540-459-6160 to request a reasonable accommodation to apply.

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Sworn Deputy Sheriff position assigned to the Investigations Division responsible for answering calls-for-service from the community and providing investigative expertise in a manner that enhances public safety.

Essential Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. The County provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions herein described.

• Provides investigative supervision, expertise and / or resources.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with the community.
• Employs officer safety and safe vehicle operations.Answers calls-for-service – responds to and handles inquiries or incidents.
• Provides emergency medical or mental health services-resources to those in need – the injured, abused and neglected, or self-harmed.
• Utilizes surveillance and sources of information to prevent or detect criminal activity.
• Enforces the law to stop or deter crime – makes stops and arrests, obtains charges, issues summons or utilizes discretion.
• Conducts initial and follow-up investigations of reported major or complex crimes and other significant incidents.
• Processes crime scenes and / or provides direction – produces drawings-sketches, photographs, and other audio-visual recordings.
• Safeguards the integrity of seized property and / or evidence.
• Serves criminal and civil process – processes arrestees and paperwork.Prepares cases for court and presents testimony or evidence in official proceedings.
• Guards and transports persons in custody – maintains control and ensures welfare.
• Provides crowd or traffic control and assists motorists to safeguard public as needed.
• Aids with disasters, searches, special operations, and / or critical incidents.
• Utilizes records management systems – documents activities, writes reports, and / or queries information.
• Maintains confidentiality of information, secures and retains (or expunges) records as required.
• Prepares and disseminates social media posts as needed.
• Collects and / or records statistical data-information to be released to community and others.
• Prepares other reports or documents as needed.
• Attends staff meetings and provides periodic status reports as directed.
• Provides instruction, training and / or presentations as needed.
• Maintains professional appearance and keeps assigned equipment in a state of operational readiness.
• Meets applicable training and accreditation standards.Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Licenses or Certifications

Special Requirements

None.

The annual starting pay range for this FLSA non-exempt position is 52,431.16 - $68,160.51 commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The County offers an excellent benefits package, including Virginia Retirement System, health and dental insurance, vacation and sick leave, and holidays. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screening and background check.

Qualified applicants should submit a complete application, cover letter, and resume in person or by mail to the attention of Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office, 810 N. Main Street, Suite 1 Woodstock, VA 22664. Applications may also be submitted electronically to sheriff@shencosheriff.com

The position is open until filled.

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Shenandoah County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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