Deputy Sheriff Job Description

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Under general supervision by the shift supervisor, a Deputy Sheriff ensures security and protects property of the facility, completes the admission process of inmates, prevents escapes, controls behavior of inmates, and protects inmates from each other. The incumbent must be diligent in maintaining an inmate count, overseeing the dispensing of medication, and be able to take personal property of inmates. The Deputy Sheriff must also adhere to definite procedures established by the department to ensure that the inmates' constitutional rights are observed. A person in this position does not supervise other employees but may be tasked with inmate transport or other responsibilities of a state certified peace officer.

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Job summary 2

The Deputy Sheriff performs general law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property within County. Work involves patrolling county areas, enforcing all federal, state and local laws and ordinances, security compliance with traffic violations and making preliminary investigations at the scene of a crime or traffic accident. Work in this position involves an element of personal danger. The employee in this position must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

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A Deputy Sheriff performs duties pertaining to the protection of lives and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, preservation of public peace, and the apprehension of criminals.

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Job summary 4

A Deputy Sheriff is responsible for enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances in the protection of life and property for the citizens of County.

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Job summary 5

A Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of physical, technical and administrative duties to act as an instrument of the court. Enforces State, Federal, and County ordinances, statutes, and codes necessary for the protection of life, health, safety, welfare, and property of persons.

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Under general supervision, a Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, limb, and property. Including law enforcement and crime prevention work; inherent in this work is the investigation of crime and forceful apprehension of criminal suspects.

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Job summary 7

A Deputy Sheriff reporting directly to a Sergeant, responsible for the enforcement of state laws; preservation of public order; protection of life; and the prevention, detection, and investigation of crime under the jurisdiction of County.

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Job summary 8

A Deputy Sheriff performs a wide variety of duties connected with generalized police work. Assigned duties are performed in accordance with state statutes and departmental rules and regulations. Immediate supervision is received from a Sergeant or other superior officer. The Deputy Sheriff is expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative when faced with emergency situations. The work involves an element of danger.

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The Deputy Sheriff position requires a Peace Officer Certification and requires thorough work knowledge of law enforcement procedures. The individual has daily contact with the public and is responsible for the preparation of offense reports. Responds to delegation of duties from Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief Deputy.

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A Deputy Sheriff performs routine protective services work in providing care and maintaining security for inmates at the County Jail. Processes inmates into custody; conducts security checks of inmates in assigned areas; conducts cell searches for contraband; reviews incoming and outgoing mail; transports inmates, attends to inmate needs; maintain logs; supervises cleaning details; and monitors individuals entering and leaving the jail. Performs other duties as assigned.

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