What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff position at Miami County Kansas?
Job Description Summary
"Serving and Protecting the Citizens of Miami County Since 1855"
We invite you to enter a career opportunity at Miami County Kansas Sheriff"s Office. Located south of Johnson County in a beautiful country setting.
We are interested in professional, highly motivated, great communicators that want to serve the citizens of Miami County.
The Deputy Sheriff is responsible for:
Performing general law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property.
Patrolling.
Enforcing all laws and ordinances.
Securing compliance with traffic violations and investigations.
Safety/security of court hearings.
Serving civil process. Safety/security of the jail.
Securing crime scenes and working investigations. Investigation of crimes.
Job Responsibilities
Patrols an assigned area of the county to prevent crime, locate and apprehend criminal suspects, preserve the peace, and protect life and property.
Performs routine patrol, building, home, and suspicious vehicle checks.
Assists stranded motorists.
Apprehends/arrest offenders, aids victims, performs crown control, facilitates conflict resolution, prepares reports, performs interviews, responds to assistance calls, and testifies in court.
Responds to crime scenes, investigates crimes, and prepares incident reports.
Resolves domestic conflicts to ensure public peace.
Facilitates the movement of traffic through accident scenes and during times of mass public gathering.
Issues tickets.
Establishes roadblocks.
Secures accident scenes and aids the injured.
Transports prisoners, mental patients and juveniles.
Serves summons, subpoenas, restraining orders, eviction notices and tax writs.
Serve as inmate security.
Serve as security for court hearings, trials, etc.
Investigation of crimes.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of:
Federal and State statutes
Geography of the County
Police methods and procedures
First aid principles and application
The rules of evidence
Skills in:
The use of firearms
Ability to:
Act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in emergency situations
Serve on the SWAT and Dive Teams
Draw diagrams
Manage conflict
React quickly and calmly during emergencies
Speak and write effectively
Analyze police reports
Communicate effectively under stress
Pay attention to detail
Manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines
Project a positive attitude
React with an appropriate sense of urgency, couple with good judgment and discernment
Motivate and inspire others
Experience: Must be 21 years of age with no Felony Criminal Record or Domestic Violence Record.
Education: High School Diploma or GED, Certified as a Kansas Law Enforcement Officer.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Kansas Driver"s License
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands:
Performs sedentary work, sitting at desk for prolonged periods.
May stand for extended periods.
May be required to lift undetermined amounts of weight in life safety events.
Occasionally handle office equipment and materials.
Stoops and bends are frequent.
Good physical health required.
Visual, Heating and Dexterity Demands:
Requires concentrated visual attention which must be maintained for sustained periods.
Good vision and hearing acuity is required.
Good eye and hand coordination is required.
Must possess good dexterity to operate appropriate equipment.
Working Conditions:
Works in hot/cold/wet/freezing/dry, etc. conditions.
Additional Information
MIAMI COUNTY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS TO OUR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES:
Medical/Dental/Vision:
100% paid medical insurance for HDHP single coverage,
80% county-paid premium for PPO and family coverage on all plans
Health Savings Account:
County Annual Contribution: $2,381.52 single, $4,081.684 family
County paid $30,000 life insurance for employee
Holidays/Vacation/Sick:
11 paid holidays per year
Vacation: 96 hours per year
Sick leave: 96 hours per year
KPERS/KP&F retirement Disclaimer
Miami County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Please contact the Human Resources Department at hray@miamicountyks.org if you require reasonable accommodation to apply or need additional information.
"Serving and Protecting the Citizens of Miami County Since 1855"
We invite you to enter a career opportunity at Miami County Kansas Sheriff"s Office. Located south of Johnson County in a beautiful country setting.
We are interested in professional, highly motivated, great communicators that want to serve the citizens of Miami County.
- $1.00/hour shift differential** *Overtime Opportunities*
The Deputy Sheriff is responsible for:
Performing general law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property.
Patrolling.
Enforcing all laws and ordinances.
Securing compliance with traffic violations and investigations.
Safety/security of court hearings.
Serving civil process. Safety/security of the jail.
Securing crime scenes and working investigations. Investigation of crimes.
Job Responsibilities
Patrols an assigned area of the county to prevent crime, locate and apprehend criminal suspects, preserve the peace, and protect life and property.
Performs routine patrol, building, home, and suspicious vehicle checks.
Assists stranded motorists.
Apprehends/arrest offenders, aids victims, performs crown control, facilitates conflict resolution, prepares reports, performs interviews, responds to assistance calls, and testifies in court.
Responds to crime scenes, investigates crimes, and prepares incident reports.
Resolves domestic conflicts to ensure public peace.
Facilitates the movement of traffic through accident scenes and during times of mass public gathering.
Issues tickets.
Establishes roadblocks.
Secures accident scenes and aids the injured.
Transports prisoners, mental patients and juveniles.
Serves summons, subpoenas, restraining orders, eviction notices and tax writs.
Serve as inmate security.
Serve as security for court hearings, trials, etc.
Investigation of crimes.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of:
Federal and State statutes
Geography of the County
Police methods and procedures
First aid principles and application
The rules of evidence
Skills in:
The use of firearms
Ability to:
Act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in emergency situations
Serve on the SWAT and Dive Teams
Draw diagrams
Manage conflict
React quickly and calmly during emergencies
Speak and write effectively
Analyze police reports
Communicate effectively under stress
Pay attention to detail
Manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines
Project a positive attitude
React with an appropriate sense of urgency, couple with good judgment and discernment
Motivate and inspire others
Experience: Must be 21 years of age with no Felony Criminal Record or Domestic Violence Record.
Education: High School Diploma or GED, Certified as a Kansas Law Enforcement Officer.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Kansas Driver"s License
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands:
Performs sedentary work, sitting at desk for prolonged periods.
May stand for extended periods.
May be required to lift undetermined amounts of weight in life safety events.
Occasionally handle office equipment and materials.
Stoops and bends are frequent.
Good physical health required.
Visual, Heating and Dexterity Demands:
Requires concentrated visual attention which must be maintained for sustained periods.
Good vision and hearing acuity is required.
Good eye and hand coordination is required.
Must possess good dexterity to operate appropriate equipment.
Working Conditions:
Works in hot/cold/wet/freezing/dry, etc. conditions.
Additional Information
MIAMI COUNTY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS TO OUR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES:
Medical/Dental/Vision:
100% paid medical insurance for HDHP single coverage,
80% county-paid premium for PPO and family coverage on all plans
Health Savings Account:
County Annual Contribution: $2,381.52 single, $4,081.684 family
County paid $30,000 life insurance for employee
Holidays/Vacation/Sick:
11 paid holidays per year
Vacation: 96 hours per year
Sick leave: 96 hours per year
KPERS/KP&F retirement Disclaimer
Miami County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Please contact the Human Resources Department at hray@miamicountyks.org if you require reasonable accommodation to apply or need additional information.
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