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We are accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff, starting salary $42,459 as of July 1st, 2008. Call (804)556-5349 or visit the employment page for more information.

The Goochland Sheriff's Office
is proud to participate in the neighborhood watch program. If you want to set up a neighborhood watch in your subdivision or neighborhood, contact the Sheriff's Office at (804) 556-5349.

If you or someone you know has information regarding any crime in the Metro Richmond area please call the Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. You don't have to give your name and your information could be worth up to a $1000 cash reward.

     The Sheriff's Office is a multi-faceted law enforcement agency which provides many public safety services for the citizens of Goochland County. Sheriff's communications officers supervise the county's enhanced 911 system and dispatch deputies, other police agencies, and fire/rescue units 24 hours a day.

     The Sheriff's Office employs thirty-two full time deputies and investigators, three part time deputies working in court services, two security officers, and nine dispatchers. In 2006, dispatchers fielded 18,966 calls for service. Deputies responded to more than 16,840 of these calls.

     The Sheriff is also responsible for the security of three court rooms, the movement of prisoners, and enforcement of court orders. In addition, deputies enforce all criminal and traffic laws and investigate more than 95% of the criminal complaints in the county.

     The Sheriff's Office sponsors or participates in numerous crime prevention activities including D.A.R.E., Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers, the Metro Richmond Crime Analysis Network, Neighborhood Watch, Goochland County Site Watch, and Operation Kid Care.
     The Sheriff's Office conducts a citizen's academy semi-annually and many later join the agency as deputy sheriffs. In addition, the office delivers for Meals on Wheels and the Goochland Christmas Mother.