Control Room Operator

Vacancy Announcement

Control Room Operator
Part-Time
Starting Pay: $22.19/Hour

Join the Fredericksburg Sheriff's Office as a Control Room Operator, a civilian role crucial to maintaining security and order. This position, operating within a para-military structure, requires individuals to effectively monitor inmate activities and manage security protocols without direct inmate contact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor inmate and staff activities using CCTV and intercom systems
• Ensure security of inmates and personnel in secure areas
• Control access to courthouses for visitors and authorized personnel
• Report on rule infractions and unusual occurrences
• Dispatch messages via radio communications as needed
• Respond to fire alarms and take appropriate actions
• Maintain detailed records and prepare reports
• Comply with departmental policies and procedures
• Follow orders from superior deputies
• Participate in required training programs
• Maintain logs of inmate movement
• Provide permissible information to citizens and law enforcement
• Ensure compliance with VLEPSC standards and Virginia Code
• Understand emergency procedures for various scenarios

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; criminal justice coursework preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, or public safety
• Ability to operate control room equipment and machinery

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with departmental policies and office procedures
• Ability to read and interpret legal and procedural documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow directions and perform clerical tasks
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret various instructions

Work Schedule:

• Typically, 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, with potential for extra hours on court dates

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on a vital role in our Sheriff's Office, we encourage you to apply. Join us in ensuring safety and security at the Fredericksburg Sheriff's Office. Applications must be submitted prior to 4:00 p.m . on Tuesday, March 10 th , 2026

The City of Fredericksburg is a great place to work. Come join our knowledgeable and energetic team, which is committed to the City’s Core Values of Agile Innovation, Abundant Compassion, Outstanding Customer Service, Energized Work Environment, Essential Engagement, and Unwavering Stewardship. If you’re ready to make a positive impact in Fredericksburg, apply today!
The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
[email protected]
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