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ELECTION WORKER

Position: 000099999

Location: ELECTION WORKERS

Job Class: ELECTION WORKER

Posting Start: 04/05/2022

Posting End: 12/31/9999


Description: Position Description


An Officer of Election is part of a team that conducts elections at a polling place on Election Day. The job is to conduct the election fairly and lawfully and to assist voters in a courteous and respectful manner.

CIVIL PROCESS DEPUTY

Position: 000011583

Location: SHERIFF

Job Class: SHERIFF'S DEPUTY

Posting Start: 09/22/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $60,486.00


Description: Position Description


This position is also a law enforcement Position which requires certification as Basic Courts/ Civil Process/ Local Jailer through the Department of Criminal Justice Services in Virginia. Civil Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the security of the judges, attorneys, and the public while in the courthouse. They also maintain security of prisoners transported to the courthouse from jails all over Virginia for court appearances, and are also responsible for serving warrants, civil, and process papers. Civil Deputy Sheriff’s generally work Monday through Friday during day shift and are on-call p....

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PATROL DEPUTY

Position: 000000152

Location: SHERIFF

Job Class: SHERIFF'S DEPUTY

Posting Start: 09/22/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $62,526.00


Description: Position Description


This position is a law enforcement position that requires certification as a Basic Law Enforcement Officer through the Department of Criminal Justice Services in Virginia. Deputies are required to work nights, weekends, and holidays and are subject to emergency call-outs and court appearances. Patrol Deputy Sheriffs are charged with the enforcement of Local, State, and Federal Laws and ordinances. New Kent County is an Equal Opportunity. **Must be willing to submit to a polygraph examination.

COMMUNICATIONS OFFCR

Position: 000010700

Location: SHERIFF

Job Class: DISPATCHER

Posting Start: 09/22/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $51,063.00


Description: Position Description


Answering 9-1-1, non-emergency, and administrative phone lines and provide an appropriate response as required by the nature of the call Prioritize situations and dispatch appropriate resources using radio system and/or telephone Maintain status of on-duty sworn and non-sworn personnel from sheriff and fire departments Coordinates with other agencies, citizens, and/or businesses to provide assistance, gather information, or give instructions necessary depending on the situation Provide medical instructions to callers over the telephone Perform other duties as assigned.

ANIMAL PROTECTION OFFCR

Position: 000012317

Location: SHERIFF

Job Class: ANIMAL PROTECTION OFFICER

Posting Start: 09/22/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $58,446.00


Description: Position Description


This position is a Law Enforcement Position which requires certification as a Basic Animal Control Officer and/or certification as a Basic Law Enforcement Officer through the Department of Criminal Justice Services in Virginia. Animal Control Officers are responsible for enforcing State and County ordinances pertaining to and for the protection of domestic dogs and cats as stated in the Code of Virginia. Animal Control Officers that have certifications as Basic Law Enforcement Officer may be required to enforce other laws as well from time to time. Animal Control Officers generally work day s....

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WWTPO

Position: 000000205

Location: PUBLIC UTILITIES

Grade: NON EXEMPT 06

Job Class: W W TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR

Posting Start: 04/24/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $33,696.00-$45,490.00


Description: Position Description


Working on a shift basis under the general supervision of the Lead Operator and Plant Manager, performs skilled work in the operation and maintenance of New Kent County’s wastewater treatment system. Interpersonal contacts are within and outside the department. Problems encountered are routine in nature. Work is performed indoors and outdoors, where uncomfortable conditions may exist. The work involves moderate physical strain requiring strength and endurance. The incumbent is expected to perform other job-related tasks as assigned or required.

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CUSTODIAN

Position: 000010781

Location: GENERAL SERVICES

Grade: GRADE 5

Job Class: CUSTODIAN

Posting Start: 06/09/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $27,527.00-$36,131.00


Description: Position Description


The Custodian works under the close supervision of the Director, performing a variety of routine and non-routine cleaning tasks using prescribed chemicals and machines to provide proper building sanitation by following prescribed cleaning practices at prescribed frequencies. The work includes trash removal and disposal, sweeping, dust mopping, high and low dusting, wet mopping, vacuuming and spot cleaning carpeting, restroom sanitation, cleaning glass, mirrors and fixtures, restocking soap dispensers and paper supplies, sanitizing drinking fountains, cleaning walls, vents and moving furniture ....

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INFORMATION AND MARKETING SPECIALIST

Position: 000000196

Location: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Grade: NON EXEMPT 10

Job Class: ED INFO/MARKETING SPECIALIST

Posting Start: 07/02/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $49,334.00-$66,601.00


Description: Position Description


Under the direction of the Economic Development and Tourism Manager, performs work within a wide range of duties to support economic development projects, programs, and activities requiring moderate supervision. The Information and Marketing Specialist will work alongside current staff members to support the tourism efforts of New Kent County. In support of the County’s Economic Development Department, the incumbent will assist with researching target and existing businesses and assist with marketing collateral to support business outreach efforts. Tourism related duties include greeting visit....

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EMS SUPERVISOR

Position: 000000235

Location: FIRE AND RESCUE

Job Class: EMS SUPERVISOR

Posting Start: 08/19/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $76,001.00-$79,901.00


Description: Position Description


Currently Accepting Applications for EMS Supervisor
• Offering best annual and sick leave package in the area
• Virginia Retirement System
• Hazard Pay Retirement Supplement (LEOS)
• ALS incentive

Annual Salary Starting: $76,001.00
Va. EMT-Paramedics ALS incentive is $5,000.00 annual after release as ALS provider at this level.

Responses to those who apply and qualify will be through email address given on application. Please check junk/spam mailboxes and allow domain of @newkent-va.us to be accepted to your email accounts.

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SHRF FINANCE MANAGER FT

Position: 000000238

Location: SHERIFF

Grade: NON EXEMPT 12

Job Class: SHERIFF FINANCE MANAGER PT

Posting Start: 08/28/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $56,981.00-$76,925.00


Description: Position Description


Budget & Finance Manager provides Administrative Support for management of the financial and budgetary matters of the Sheriff’s Office. Will be responsible for reviewing all transactions for correctness both from an auditing and policy perspective. Performs work involving the administration of fixed assets and surplus property, and risk management. Prepare all invoices for payment and track all payroll cost. Employee is also responsible for assisting all financial audits, and performing finance related daily tasks such as assisting department head, preparing reports, processing accounts, etc..

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