Employment

Employment Application Download (PDF)

Northumberland County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The Northumberland County Sheriff's Office is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. To make a request, call (804) 580-5221.

Openings:

Court Bailiff Position

Available positions: Part-Time (Multiple)

The Northumberland County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the position of Court Bailiff. Duties will include

Effectively communicate with all people.

Work when assigned.

Checks the courtroom for security and cleanliness.

Assures the availability of sundry supplies for the use of the Judge and or Clerk.

Checks baggage, papers, and persons entering the courthouse for weapons or other

unauthorized items.

Enforces courtroom rules of behavior.

Provides jury escort to other areas outside of the courtroom to prevent jury contact with

public.

Guard lodging of sequestered jury.

Responsible for the security of prisoners in custody.

Serve arrest warrants, civil papers.

Transport prisoners and mental patients using necessary restraints.

Serve as a court bailiff and court security.

Uses firearms proficiently as required in the certification standards on all firearms issued

and approved.

Applicants must:

-Be Virginia DCJS certified in either Law-Enforcement or Jail Basic

-Be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving history

-Have a minimum education of a high school diploma or equivalent

-Be service-minded

A criminal history will be obtained on each applicant.

Application link found at the top of this page.

Applications can be turned in in person at 195 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA. 22473

or emailed to agarland@northumberlandsheriff.net