Sheriff Deputy

Under supervision, performs duties related to the enforcement of federal, state, and county laws, protection of life and property, and assisting the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Patrols an assigned area within the County to deter illegal activities, to enforce Federal, State and County laws, to protect individuals and property;

· Responds to complaints, crimes, disturbances, accidents and other related situations;

· Performs missing persons searches;

· Communicates with other agencies;

· Performs criminal investigations;

· Obtains physical and other evidence and statements necessary for reporting facts and circumstances of incidents, for charging individuals with offenses, and for follow-up detailed investigations;

· Appears in court to offer testimony;

· Meets and confers with attorneys on legal questions;

· Obtains search warrants and arrest warrants;

· Makes arrests of individuals as required;

· May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions;

· Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records and logs necessary to report daily activities and specific incidents;

· May be assigned to serve civil processes and execute warrants;

· Utilizes a word processor; observes and controls vehicular traffic and enforces traffic laws;

· Deals with traffic accident situations;

· Operates radar and breathalyzer;

· Provides counseling to families and individuals in disturbance situations, offers assistance to citizens and visitors including providing directions and calling for vehicular roadside assistance;

· Conducts talks with individuals and groups on public safety and law enforcement issues;

· May work at special events representing the Department;

· Takes in-service training to attain and maintain State certification;

· Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Working knowledge, or ability to learn, State and Federal statutes and ordinances.

· Working knowledge of first aid and medical procedures and practices.

· Working knowledge of County geography and surrounding areas including roads, streets, landmarks, buildings and similar features.

· Some knowledge of the principles and techniques of photography and fingerprinting.

· Ability to learn proper law enforcement principles, procedures and practices.

· Skill in the use of law enforcement vehicles, firearms, breathalyzer, typewriter, related law enforcement equipment principles and practices of self-defense.

· Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to apply logical thinking in determining a proper course of action in a minimum of time.

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to maintain confidentiality.

· Ability to perform a high level of sustained physical activity.

· Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to interact effectively with superiors, co-workers, prisoners, and the public.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or GED; one year of experience involving public contact is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be certified as a law enforcement officer by the State within one (1) year of appointment; must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.88 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Military Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Law enforcement: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $19