Deputy Sheriff

Office of the Sheriff
Montgomery County, Tennessee

Job Description

Job Title Deputy

Job Class Code 3062, 3087, 3080, 3130, 3058

Budget Sheriff's Office

Pay Grade Public Safety - B

Reports to Corporal

Bureau Any

Division Any

Updated 9/2/2021

*Montgomery County Government adopted the State of Tennessee’s Hybrid Retirement Plan to be effective January 1, 2017. Any new full-time employee hired on or after January 1, 2017 will be required to enroll. As a member of the Hybrid Plan, you are required to contribute at least 5% of your salary to the defined benefit portion of the Hybrid Plan. Contributions are made on a tax-deferred basis.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The scope of this job is to provide emergency response.

The responsibilities of this job are associated with the prevention and detection of crime, and the apprehension of offenders.

The general duties at this grade are-

(A) to perform, under general supervision, work of considerable difficulty and responsibility along special technical or supervisory lines in office, business, or fiscal administration, or comparable subordinate technical work in a professional, scientific, or technical field, requiring in either case—

(i) considerable specialized or supervisory training and experience;

(ii) comprehensive working knowledge of a special and complex subject matter, procedure, or practice, or of the principles of the profession, art, or science involved; and

(iii) to a considerable extent the exercise of independent judgment;

(B) under immediate or general supervision, to perform somewhat difficult work requiring

(i) professional, scientific, or technical training; and

(ii) to a limited extent, the exercise of independent technical judgment; or

(C) to perform other work of equal importance, difficulty, and responsibility, and requiring comparable qualifications.

Notes: This position is supervised by a Corporal-PC. This position involves duties associated with the prevention and detection of crime, and the apprehension of offenders; and to provide emergency response associated with those duties. Performs general law enforcement work in the preservation and protection of life and property, the prevention of crime, the maintenance of good public order, the enforcement of civil and criminal law, and other related duties as required by direction or assignment. All assignments involve responsibility for recognizing the social importance of the law enforcement function and for conscientious and effective performance of duties without immediate supervision. Must possess, and maintain certification by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. Performance is reviewed through supervisory observation and discussion, review of work product, and results obtained.

Positions may require work on rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Duties are generally performed on an assigned shift at an assigned facility, but may continue beyond the end of shift, or become special work assignments on other shifts or at such times as directed to best fill the efficient and effective operations of the Sheriff’s Office.

Residency in Montgomery County is required if issued a vehicle. If not assigned a vehicle or the assigned vehicle remains in Montgomery County at an approved location, then residency no further than a contiguous Tennessee county or a Tennessee residence within 60 minutes travel to this Office is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Any tasks or activities consistent with the job title, general description, and education, training, and experience.
• Accurately prepare records and reports.
• Assists in the training of personnel.
• Knowledge and practical application of Sheriff’s Office Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines Manual.
• Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed.
• Provides courtroom testimony.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

These lists are not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to amend them as deemed necessary. Responsibility may not attach for every item listed.

• Ability to execute any tasks or activities consistent with the job title, general description, and education, training, and experience.
• Ability to act with firmness, tact and impartiality and to deal courteously with the public.
• Ability to calmly and systematically elicit critical information from individuals who may be injured or highly emotional.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing.
• Ability to meet requirements of basic, periodic, and specialized training in all areas.
• Ability to perform all functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of self or other individuals in the work place.
• Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Ability to render physical assistance in emergencies.
• Ability to understand, express, and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use a variety of office and computer equipment and related software to complete job requirements.
• Ability to work closely with others as a team.
• Knowledge of applicable state statutes, laws, rules, and regulations to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with the job.
• Skill in the proper, efficient, and safe utilization or operation of any commonly used or issued equipment associated with the job. E.g. – vehicles, computers, firearms, radios, telephones, etc.
• SUPV Ability to efficiently organize, prioritize, schedule and manage daily work activities, tasks, and special assignments.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience

High School diploma or GED is required..

A valid driver’s license is required.

Must possess, and maintain certification by the Peace Officers Standards and Training
Commission, depending on bureau assignment.

Experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job is preferred, but not required

Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Physical Requirements: Physical demand job requirements are at levels of those for active work. Physical ability to operate any equipment associated with this job is required. Physical ability to use body members to work, move, or carry objects or materials is required. Physical ability to lift and carry weight, or exert force in excess of 160 pounds is required.

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, technical, structural, or compositional characteristics; whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and signal others in order to convey ideas or information, and to hear the spoken word and process a signal. Examples include giving or receiving orders, or giving directions or relaying information to coworkers.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. The ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling, grammar, and all parts of speech is required. The ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well- modulated voice is required.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to learn and understand basic principles and techniques, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision and to acquire knowledge of topics related to the job.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information to others, to explain procedures and policies, and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, multiply and divide, determine percentages, determine time and weight and utilize statistical inference.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using equipment.

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. The ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating the other hand with different activities is required. Average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination are required at minimum.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to interact with diverse audiences beyond giving and receiving instructions, e.g. - such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures. Ability to perform under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency is required.

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the county may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.22 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Salary : $20 - $0