SALARY & BENEFITS

SWORN POSITIONS:

Starting Salary:
Deputy Sheriff Trainee: $40.17 per hour
Deputy Sheriff: $42.18 per hour

Upon successful academy completion, incumbent is eligible for promotion to Deputy Sheriff with a salary of approximately $87,734.83 annually

INCENTIVES/BENEFITS:

Upon the Sheriff's recommendation, with the approval of the CEO or his/her designee, and subject to the applicable section of the VCDSA MOA 2021-2024 Amendment #1 (Article 36, Section 3601 and 3602) New Deputy Sheriff Trainee Hires may be eligible to receive a one-time New Hire Incentive of up to $10,000; New Deputy Sheriff Lateral Hires may be eligible to receive a one-time New Hire Incentive of up to $15,000.
20-30 days of annual leave (depending upon years of service)
12 paid holidays (including a floating holiday)
Textbook and tuition program
Possible educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on the completion of Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree or, if qualified, for POST certification; plus other premium/incentive/bonus payments
Biweekly contribution towards a secure, lifetime retirement benefit (pension)
Biweekly contribution towards a cafeteria plan of your choice which presently includes: 5 medical plans, 1 dental plan, 1 vision plan, a "cash back" option, and up to 2.5% matching funds in a 401(k) plan.
Possible bilingual incentive pay depending upon operational need and certification of skills, for those qualified.
GI Bill on-the-job training program (for those eligible)

Dependent upon the job duties required for the posted position. Please visit the County government jobs website for open positions and descriptions.

Professional staff positions can include: