Salary : $65,670.00 AnnuallyLocation : Hampton, VAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 08415Department: City Sheriff- AdministrationOpening Date: 11/22/2024Function The Commander of Court Services holds the rank of Lieutenant and is responsible for overall management and administration of the court systems and supervises the Sergeants of court services. Performs duties under the direct supervision of the Director of Court Services and is accountable for use of delegated authority.Pursuant to §53.1-29 of the Code of Virginia and Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and the Hampton Sheriff's Office policy and procedures, the incumbent must qualify to carry and use firearms. Pursuant to §15.2-1603 of the Code of Virginia incumbent is appointed at-will and serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff. Examples of Work
- Demonstrates positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public
- Confers with the Director of Court Services, administrative staff and other unit directors pertaining to the supervision, care and discipline of all inmates and deputies under their command
- Provides overall directions, coordination and supervision, to unit directors in the care and discipline of all inmates under their command.
- Develops and evaluates policies, rules, regulations and procedures
- Enforces all Hampton Sheriff's Office policies and procedures
- Assists with the preparation of the annual budget
- Attends all staff meetings and has decision making authority in all staff functions, policies, rules and regulations which govern the operation of the department
- Attends all staff meetings and a key contributor to all staff functions.
- Supervises the day-to-day operation of the Court Services Unit to ensure achievement of goals
- Assists the Director of Court Services or Chief Deputy with Court Services employee assignments as required
- Provides required supervision to all employees in the Court Services Division
- Trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff
- Reviews progress and directs changes as needed
- Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments
- Collaborates and cooperates with all division supervisors and staff personnel for the purpose of organizing, developing and improving working settings to obtain maximum efficiency and morale
- Participates in the selection and training of assigned personnel
- Conducts periodic and annual employee performance evaluations an counseling sessions
- Coordinates facilities activities with other departments and agencies as needed
- Attends training seminars, workshops, conferences and schools to maintain required certifications
- Coordinates and administers special projects and, when necessary, assists staff in carrying out tasks by providing guidance.
- Conducts facilities inspections to ensure compliance with all policies and procedures
- Recommends/develops policies and procedures, standards and directives
- Monitors compliance of new and current policies, regulations, laws and procedures as required
- Responsible for conducting vehicle inspections and reporting deficiencies
- Adheres to all policies, procedures, guidelines, standards and directives of the office on an ongoing basis
- Meets acceptable attendance requirements at all times
- Protects confidential information by preventing unauthorized release, both verbal and/or writing
- Disseminates information as it is given by the Department's Administration
- Completes Job Performance Evaluations on all deputies as required by policy
- Commends and/or follows disciplinary actions for all deputy sheriffs, when applicable
- Performs any other tasks as required by the Sheriff or Undersheriff.
Qualifications
- Ability to interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and policies
- Must possess thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of modern penology and criminology, knowledge of operations of the criminal justice system
- Knowledge of use of force techniques and ability to use force when applicable
- Appropriate use of firearms and other facility issued or approved equipment
- Ability to skillfully and safely use firearms and other facility issued or approved equipment
- Ability to read and comprehend laws, ordinances and orders
- Ability to maintain composure under adverse conditions such as public harassment, critical injuries, and death
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and citizens from a variety of racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds
- Present evidence in court effectively; skillful in observation and remembering details
- Interpret and explain policies and procedures
- Act rationally and calm under stressful situations
- Utilize good public relations skills
- Understand legal rights of inmates, maintain inmates safety and security
- Supervise emergency situations and maintain control of inmate population
- Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
- Appropriately subdue resisting individuals
- Perform life-saving and rescue procedures
- Make sound decisions
- Must give and follow commands, following through when needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Should posses any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with minor course work in a related criminal justice field, social science or administration. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
FeaturesENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS The job may risk exposure to extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, noise, fumes, odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, traffic and toxic or caustic chemicals. Risk of exposure to bio-hazard communicable diseases and bodily fluids.PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY REQUIREMENTS Must have the capability to hear, speak and see to communicate with the general public. Must have the strength and ability to apprehend, subdue and restrain criminal offenders. Physical exertion may be required to climb stairs and over walls, run, bend, twist, reach, crawl through tight spaces, kneel in confined areas; sit for prolonged periods of time; move/push/pull or lift heavy objects exceeding 50 lbs.; Subject to 24-hour call back for emergencies. Requires annual physical and physical agility test. Requires operation of firearm and standard office equipment.PERFORMANCE STANDARDAll Employees are expected to follow all Federal, State and local laws; effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the expectations of the Hampton Sheriff's Office. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS to complete the required Authorization for Release of Information form. to complete the required Agility Test form.Benefits OverviewThe following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:
- -Health insurance
- -Dental insurance
- -Vision insurance
- -Reimbursement accounts
- Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-###-####). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
- Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-###-####. For more information, see the
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- Other forms of leave include:
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Care for Sick Parent Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Personal day (available every quarter)
The ten paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company. Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-###-####, 1-800-###-#### or
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature. Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.