Job Posting for Deputy Sheriff-Lateral and Entry Level (Certified) at Adams County
What Success Looks Like In This Job
Mission:
To be a reliable and proactive agency that protects and serves the community equally
Vision:
To provide a trusted and respected service to our community through strong leadership, professionalism, and innovation.
Values:
Dependability, Collaboration, Compassion, Unity
Position Summary: A Deputy Sheriff is responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crime; apprehension of criminals; and providing enforcement of laws and ordinances. Depending on staffing needs Deputies will be assigned to the Jail Division or the Patrol Division and may be required to serve at least one (1) year before becoming eligible to apply for transfer to other assignments.
Lateral applicants work history will be reviewed to determine salary within the stated range.
Examples of Duties for Success
Examples of Important and Essential Duties of Jail Deputy:
Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals
Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it
Prepare variety of reports
Enforce Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities or persons, quell disturbances, arrest violators
Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence
Book in new inmates by receiving inmates from various jurisdictions.
Prepare Inmates for general housing. Prepare Inmates for release from custody
Observe Inmate conduct and behavior
Supervise inmates, escort inmates within detention facility, search inmates and cells for contraband
Inspect locks, windows, bars, grates, doors, for tampering throughout the facility
Rotate between module floor and module tower
Assist in preparing inmates for In-house advisements and court
Transport inmates on medical runs
React effectively and safely in emergency and stressful situations
Participate and complete annual law enforcement driving certification
Participate and complete 16 hours of annual training in the area of P.P.C.T. (Must be certified every quarter)
Participate in training (Quarterly Range Qualification, PPCT, TASER, OC Re-Certification)
Perform Deputy duties at parades, processions, demonstrations, community activities, and sporting events
Perform other duties that are assigned
Examples of Important and Essential Duties of Patrol Deputy
Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals
Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it
Prepare variety of reports
Enforce Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations
Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities or persons, quell disturbances, arrest violators
Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence
Establish traffic control and Deputy protection at incidents that may attract crowds.
Serve civil papers, court documents, and subpoenas
Participate and complete annual law enforcement driving certification
Participate and complete 16 hours of annual training in the area of P.P.C.T. (Must be certified every quarter)
Participate in training ( Quarterly Range Qualification, PPCT, TASER, OC Re-Certification)
Perform Deputy duties at parades, processions, demonstrations, community activities, and sporting events
Check and report on deficient streetlights, signs, road surfaces and other facilities that serve the public
Perform other duties that are assigned
Qualifications for Success
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements: -Possess a High School Diploma or GED -Must currently be P.O.S.T. Certified -Must be at least 21 years of age -Possess a valid Colorado Drivers' License -Must have vision correctable to 20/40 -Ability to be assertive and self-motivated -Must meet criteria established by P.O.S.T. if you are a Non-United States Citizens. for more information.
SPECIAL NOTE: For all applicants, this is a reminder of the original job posting where it stated: "Applicants may be excluded from further consideration at any point in the hiring process. By Sheriff's Office policy, the reasons why an applicant is not selected for hire will not be discussed with the applicant. There is no flexibility with this policy. If an applicant receives notice of elimination from the hiring process, it simply means the applicant's qualifications do not fit the Office's needs at this time. This determination does not preclude the applicant from applying to other agencies."
More Qualifications for Success
2023 test dates:
Tuesday, April 4
Thursday, April 6
Tuesday, April 18
Tuesday, May 2
Tuesday, May 16
Tuesday, June 6
Tuesday, June 27
A lengthy testing and background process will be utilized to select the most qualified candidates.
The testing process includes:
Written Exam (on your own time):
The Adams County Sheriff's Office offers testing services for the Deputy Sheriff position through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select 'Find Jobs', then select Law Enforcement Jobs and sign up for the Adams County Sheriff's Office.
When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:
Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test. Review all information related to the Adams County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits.
Review detailed information about the testing process.
Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).
Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to the Adams County Sheriff's Office. Candidates who attain a passing score of 70% or greater on the entry level exam will be placed on the Sheriff's Office list. The Sheriff's Office will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process.
National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the responsibility and decision making in the testing process for the Sheriff's Office. All candidate results are provided to the Adams County Sheriff's Office where the final decisions are made.
If you would like to take a practice test you can access it at the following link.
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Physical Ability Course (PAC)
The PAC is a timed course wherein you will complete 9 obstacles. This phase is pass/fail. Candidates must complete the course in 1 minute, 57 seconds or less to continue on in the selection process. Participation for the PAC testing is mandatory.
Physical Fitness Test Battery (mandatory)
The physical fitness assessment is a series of four tests to include: cadence push-ups, sit-ups, a 1 1/2 mile run and a flexibility test. Candidates may receive up to 40 points for the fitness assessment. This portion of the test is mandatory.
Oral Board Interview
The oral board interview will take approximately 30 minutes. Candidates must obtain a 70% or greater in the oral board to continue.
Opportunity to obtain additional points in the areas of education and military service.
All but the written will take place on the same day. A detailed email will be sent to eligible candidates.
The Background process may include any/all of the following (all steps must be passed successfully):
Two-phase psychological evaluation
Integrity Interview
CVSA exam
Physical exam
Other Information This position will require successfully passing the following: Pre-screening of minimum qualifications Skills test Oral Interview Extensive Background Check Job Suitability Exam Integrity Interview Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
If a conditional offer is given, you will be asked to: Schedule a Medical and Drug Screening Depending on the position, a psychological exam may also be scheduled Our process takes approximately 45 days from the start of the background process.
Academy Cadet and Certified positions may include other components, such as a physical agility test.
SPECIAL NOTE: For all applicants, this is a reminder of the original job posting where it stated: "Applicants may be excluded from further consideration at any point in the hiring process. By Sheriff's Office policy, the reasons why an applicant is not selected for hire will not be discussed with the applicant. There is no flexibility with this policy. If an applicant receives notice of elimination from the hiring process, it simply means the applicant's qualifications do not fit the Office's needs at this time. This determination does not preclude the applicant from applying to other agencies."
Adams County is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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