About Patrol

The Sheriff's Office has approximately 80 sworn deputies that perform the many jobs required to service Shenandoah County and it's citizens. One of the most visible divisions is the patrol division. On any given day you might see a car marked with "Sheriff's Office" graphics and lights traveling the roads and highways.

A patrol deputy does many things during their shift:

Answer complaints called in by citizens 

Provide a visible presence to deter crime 

Serve warrants issued 

Performs construction site checks 

Check residence while people are on vacation 

Saturation patrols

Enforce motor vehicle laws - Radar 

Complete follow-ups on cases

Community based policing - stopping and talking to residence 

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1

Employment Opportunities 

The Sheriff's Office has an open application process at this time. If you would like an application, please download or stop in the front office during business hours and pick one up. 

2

Leadership 

The Sheriff's Office invests heavily in career development; besides your basic academy training, staff has access to specialized training opportunities in a variety of areas. 

3

Technology 

The Sheriff's Office is on the cutting edge with technology for public safety. The use of a multi-jurisdictional records management system provides in the field data valuable during calls. Also, the SCSO was one of the first in the commonwealth to have AXON body worn and fleet in car camera system that utilizes in the field video uploads and multi camera and car sync. Digital evidence is stored securely for courts.