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Minimum Qualifications for Deputy Sheriff:

U.S. Citizen

Resident of Southampton County or the City of Franklin

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Virginia Drivers License

No experience necessary

Application Process

The first step to the application process is to obtain an application for appointment from the Southampton Sheriff's Office. Once the application is completed and returned, the applicant makes a passing score of at least 60%, a DMV and Criminal History check will be performed. Those who pass these checks will then complete a Background Investigation Questionnaire and an Authorization for Release of Information Form. At this point, a background investigation will be performed. This investigation will include a thorough medical, academic, employment, and credit check. Based on these findings, qualifying applicants will be contacted for an interview.
 
Benefits

Starting salary - $28,974.00

Annual leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Virginia Supplemental Retirement

Uniforms and equipment

 
 
Southampton County Sheriff's Office
22336 Main Street
Courtland, VA 23837
Non-Emergency (757) 653-2100
Emergency 911
Administration Office Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon - Fri
 
 
 


IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Southampton News In a Nutshell Newsletter
[3/14/2012]

Click here for the latest copy of our county newsletter!

Learn about VDOF's Land Conservation Incentive Program 'Tomorrow Woods'
[9/6/2011]

Senior Services to Hold Public Hearings June 16
[6/8/2011]

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia will host two public hearings on Thursday, June 16, to gain valuable community feedback to ensure that it is providing the best possible services for the region’s seniors and caregivers.

Enterprise Zone Information
[6/1/2011]

Is your business located within a City of Franklin/Southampton County Enterprise Zone?

Elderly & Handicapped Tax Relief Form
[5/17/2011]

Click here for the Elderly & Handicapped Tax Relief Form

BB&T @ Work Program for Southampton County Employees
[5/13/2011]

Code Red Alert System
[2/3/2011]

Get Your Land Use Forms Here
[1/27/2011]

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