Sergeant

• Supervise, evaluate, monitor, train, and provide guidance to subordinate personnel
• Knowledgeable of HSO policies & procedures; capable of analyzing & applying principles appropriately (ability to assist staff in deciding the appropriate course of action to resolve problems)
• Must maintain high visibility/make frequent rounds, monitor operations, and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare necessary reports in a timely and efficient manner
• Must maintain a high level of professionalism, moral character, and confidentiality
• Performs duties under the direct supervision of the Lieutenant 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.

• 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
• Acts as a first-line supervisor over the Corrections Officers and ensure the officers’ activities are conducted in conformance with department rules and regulations
• Responsible for the operations of the Correctional Facility
• Responsible for the care and control of inmates within the facility, including Intake procedures, disturbance control, fire control, suicide watch, inmate medical needs and law enforcement related issues
• Transports of inmates to various locations
• Ensures all computer data entries are correct
• Ensures all inmate meal are within guidelines of the policy
• Responsible for daily routine of feeding inmates, ensuring hygiene needs are complied with, laundry, cleaning, etc.
• Responsible for maintenance/janitorial needs of the facility
• Ensures all equipment within the facility is in good working order; requesting repairs or replacement as necessary
• Supervises the inventory and ordering of food, clothing, personal hygiene items and supplies
• Ensures all pre-sentenced inmates are arraigned per state statutes
• Responsible for timely release of inmates
• Responsible for conducting vehicle inspections and reporting deficiencies
• Supervises inmate work detail
• Ensures inmate files and records are properly maintained
• Ensures the safety and security of the Correctional Facility is maintained at all times
• Acts as the senior Field Training Officer (FTO) for the Corrections Division and update the Training Supervisor of changes as needed
• Adheres to all policies, procedures, guidelines and directives of the office on an ongoing basis
• Assigns tasks to the Corrections Deputies, set time frames for completion and follow-up on the tasks given
• Reviews inmate complaints and problems. Handles inmate grievances by following the office policy and procedures
• Ensures staff have the necessary resources available to perform their assigned duties
• Verifies the authenticity and legality of court documents, detainers, warrants, etc. Clearing of the inmate count at shift change and other times, as necessary
• Verifies and approves Meal Count forms
• Collects DOC, ACA, CALEA, NCCHC proofs of compliance and routing same to the Accreditation Manager
• Reviews incident reports generated on a daily basis
• Assures assigned post Policy and Procedure manuals are up-to-date
• Researches and responds to inmate complaints of lost or mishandled property
• Responsible for the supervision of correctional officers.
• Makes sure that all the daily maintenance and issuing of supplies are conducted and completed.
• Conducts rounds on each floor for supervision of staff and inmates
• Assists in inmate movement.
• Makes sure policies and procedures are carried out by staff on duty as well as conduct security rounds.
• Makes sure that his/her shift and the relieving shift is properly briefed.
• Makes decision about placement of inmates and reports to the Shift Lieutenant.
• Collaborates in daily briefing of staff.
• Supervises the care of inmate’s property and money
• Handles inmate correspondences and complaints or refers to appropriate division.
• Supervises the special visitation of inmates by legal counsel, clergy or other parties.
• Conducts security checks and searches of the entire facility on a regular basis.
• Enforces facility rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ensures the daily cleanliness and maintenance of the facility
• Prepares subordinate personnel performance evaluations
• Ensures classification housing movements are current and accurate
• Writes relevant incident reports
• Supervises the completion of forms
• Documents maintenance problems
• Confers with and answer inmate questions concerning rules, regulations, activities and their incarceration
• Conducts uniform/weapons inspections and documenting results
• Meets acceptable attendance requirements at all times
• Protects confidential information by preventing unauthorized release, both verbal and/or writing
• Performs all duties of a corrections deputy when needed
• Disseminates information as it is given by the Department’s Administration
• Completes the Job Performance Evaluations on all deputies as required by policy
• Commends and/or follow disciplinary actions for all deputy sheriffs, as needed
• Follows all Federal, State and Local laws
• Performs any other tasks as required.

• Must currently be serving as a DEPUTY or MASTER DEPUTY or a SERGEANT
• Minimum length of service necessary to be considered for selection is THREE (3) consecutive years in the correctional field.
• The THIRD (3rd) year of experience can be SUBSTITUTED with one of the following:
• A Bachelor’s Degree, OR
• An Associate Degree (Criminal Justice), OR
• TWO (2) years of Law Enforcement experience, OR
• TWO (2) years of Corrections experience, OR
• FOUR (4) years of Military experience (Honorable Discharge)

C. Must have a minimum of ONE (1) year of experience in the correctional field AND DCJS Certification PLUS one of the following:

• Retired Military (Honorable Discharge), OR
• Retired Law Enforcement, OR

Retired Corrections Officer AND completion of DCJS Academy

• Must be in good physical condition and pass the Agility & Written Tests
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and record-keeping skills
• Must be willing to accept an assignment to any shift or division
• ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
  • Provide a Cover Letter of interest – 400 words minimum. (May also include your leadership goals).
  • Submit a Special Review Evaluation from your Lieutenant.
  • Provide current DMV Driving Record (score no LESS than minus -4).
  • Provide copies (not originals) of Training Certificates, and work-related awards.
• Must appear before an oral review board during the month of July 2024
• REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
  
  • General knowledge of the practices of modern penology as related to the supervision and care of persons under the facility restraint
  • General knowledge of office policy and procedures, inmate rules and regulations and procedures of the facility
  • Knowledge of use of force techniques and ability to use force when applicable
  • Appropriate use of firearms and other facility issued or approved equipment
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures.
  • Ability to enforce facility rules firmly and fairly
  • Ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to carry out oral and written instructions accurately
  • Ability to supervise the activities of inmates
  • Ability to communicate with the public
  • Ability to prepare records and reports
  • Ability to skillfully and safely use firearms and other facility issued or approved equipment
  • Ability to read and comprehend laws, ordinances and orders
  • Maintains composure under adverse conditions
  • Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and citizens from a variety of racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds
  • Presents evidence in court effectively; skillful in observation and remembering details
  • Ability to supervise, organize and review the work of subordinates
  • Supervises and train deputy sheriffs in corrections
  • Interprets and explain policies and procedures
  • Acts rationally and calm under stressful situations
  • Utilizes good public relations skills
  • Uses good leadership skills
  • Prioritizes tasks
  • Properly operate authorized city vehicles and equipment
  • Analyzes situations quickly and objectively and determine proper cause of action
  • Understands legal rights of inmates, maintain inmates safety and security
  • Supervises emergency situations and maintain control of inmate population
  • Analyzes problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
  • Appropriately subdues resisting individuals
  • Performs life-saving and rescue procedures
  • Makes sound decisions
  • Gives and follows commands, following through when needed
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
    Click here to complete the required Authorization for Release of Information form.
    Click here to complete the required Agility Test form.