Sheriff Salary

Requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as using a computer, typing, data entry, use of calculators, ten-key adding machine, or use of other office equipment or supplies.

Prepares various logs, forms and reports, documenting movement and activities of inmates, grievance allegations, incidents of violation of rules, notable behavior, potential safety hazards, problems with facility hardware, criminal activity, etc.

Works with Detectives and County Attorneys in preparing cases, explaining processesJob Assignment Physical Demands & Working ConditionsWork is performed in the office approximately 60% of the time and in the field approximately 40% of the time.

Maintains security within the correctional facility and prevents escapes, physically restrains inmates when necessary, conducts perimeter checks of the facility and performs headcount.

Performs duties that may involve running, walking, climbing stairs, sitting or standing for long periods, crouching/stooping, bending/squatting, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, grasping, and raising objects, and applicants must have the manual dexterity, sense of touch, and hand strength to use a firearm or physically subdue a person and apply or remove handcuffs and must have normal hearing and normal or correctable vision.

Assisting other law enforcement agencies with investigations through active physical work and/or research and documentation of private and/or public records.

Assists other Sheriff's Office divisions by disseminating confidential information or utilizing investigative techniques and contacts not available to other divisions.