Deputy Sheriff - Lateral Transfer

Lateral Deputy Sheriff — Make Your Move Where It Counts Earn up to a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Ready for a department that respects your experience, values your time, and invests in your future? Join the Newport News Sheriff's Office — one of the most progressive and employee-focused law enforcement agencies in Virginia , serving the vibrant community of Newport News in the heart of Hampton Roads .

If you’re currently serving with another agency and looking for better work-life balance, real career growth, and competitive pay — this is your opportunity to level up. Why Lateral Deputies Choose Us More balance. More support. More opportunity. Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus Work just 14 days a month No rotating shifts — consistent 12-hour schedules days or nights Every other weekend off Accelerated hiring process Recognized as a top employer supporting veterans (8-time honoree) We know today’s professionals value flexibility, purpose, and growth — and we deliver all three.

What You’ll Do Your experience matters here. Lateral deputies perform impactful, real-world law enforcement and public safety duties across multiple divisions, including: Intake, classification, and supervision of inmates Court security and bailiff services Civil process service and legal enforcement Inmate transportation and extraditions Community outreach and safety programs Electronic monitoring enforcement Emergency response and security operations Assignments rotate through jail operations, court services, civil process, and specialized duties — giving you variety, skill growth, and career mobility .

Career Growth That Moves With You Cross-functional law enforcement experience Opportunities to work with local and federal task forces Ongoing training and professional development Leadership and specialty unit pathways This isn’t just a transfer — it’s a career upgrade.

Benefits

That Support Real Life We offer one of the most comprehensive compensation and benefits packages in the region — for you and your family: Financial & Retirement Virginia Retirement System pension options Additional retirement savings plans (ICMA / 457) Paid academy training Uniforms and equipment provided Health & Wellness Medical, dental, and vision coverage Prescription plan and flexible spending accounts On-site gym and wellness programs Employee Assistance Program Paid vaccines and preventative care Time Off & Protection Paid personal and medical leave Family and Medical Leave Military and bereavement leave Short- and long-term disability Basic Requirements Age 21+ at time of hire U.

S. citizen High school diploma or GED Current law enforcement, jailor, court security or civil processing certification (lateral transfer) Ready for a Department That Works for You ? If you want a career with purpose, balance, and long-term security , now’s the time to make your move. Apply today and bring your experience where it’s valued, supported, and rewarded.

Pay: $62744 per year

Requirements

Must be certified thru DCJS in Basic Law Enforcement, Jailor, Court Security or Civil Processing

The Newport News Sheriff's Office has one of the BEST Salary and Benefits packages for our Deputies and their family in Hampton Roads. For the 8th time, we are the only Law Enforcement agency in Virginia to be voted as a Best for Vets Employer. Our Deputy Sheriffs work assigned 12-hour shifts days or nights (no rotating shifts), work 14 days a month and are off every other weekend!

Our accelerated hiring process gets you Paid training before, during and after the academy. Apply now to start your Law Enforcement career!