Deputy Sheriff Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

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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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High school diploma or GED
No felony or domestic convictions
Must be 21 years old
Valid Driver's license
- Certified in carrying equipment and firearms
- Certified in Intoxilyser use
- Certified in Radar and other department equipment use

Job summary 3

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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Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills while having the ability to communicate effectively and project a positive image
Possess good moral character
Good physical condition
Use of communication equipment, computers, vehicles, and various firearms
- Willing and able to work various shifts
- Work as a team with staff members as needed
- Must possess a minimum of an Associate Degree

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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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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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Patrols County to detect illegal actions or activities. Acts to ensure the security, tranquility and safety of businesses, homes, and the County in general.
Serves writs, subpoenas, warrants, and other criminal and civil court process.
Responds to dispatched calls or complaints to investigate reported incidents of criminal activity, accidents, and emergency calls.
May place suspects in custody as required by law.
Prepares a variety of reports, records, affidavits, and logs as required to maintain department activities.
- Books and processes prisoners; supervises jail and provides security for courts.
- Testifies in court as a witness or complainant.
- Investigates incidents observed or reported in order to obtain pertinent facts, statements of involved parties and witnesses, gathers and preserves facts, evidence, and secures and processes crime scenes.

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Job summary 6

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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Minimum age of 21
United States Citizenship at time of appointment
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License at time of application and maintained during incumbency
- Possession of an Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university OR must attain a minimum of sixty (60) college level credits from an accredited college/university within five (5) years of employment
- Physically able to perform the duties of a Deputy Sheriff
- Successful completion of the Office of the Sheriff Background Investigation

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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High School Diploma or equivalent
- See required licenses and certifications below
- Valid driver's license
- National Crime Information Center (NCIC) training

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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Patrol roads and highways in marked patrol squads
Respond to and investigate calls for service, reports of crime, and traffic accidents
Assist in providing search and rescue operations
Ensure public safety through enforcement of federal, state, and local laws
Securely transport persons in custody to and from court and other locations
- Serve or deliver warrants and other court-related paperwork and civil process
- Subdue, control, and detain aggressive individuals involved in physical confrontations
- Prepare accurate and concise reports

Requirements & Skills 8

Ability to meet physical, mental, and psychological qualifications of a Deputy.
Ability to perform certified law enforcement officer duties to include: performing traffic stops, responding to high-risk calls, controlling large crowds at events, and all other law enforcement-related activities.
Ability to function in situations which may rapidly change from those during routine patrol operations to those which are emergencies and highly stressful and dangerous.
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Must be not less than twenty-one (21) years of age at time of application.
May not have been convicted at any time of a felony, unless the judgment or conviction has been reversed.
- Driving Record
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- During the time period beginning on the date three (3) years immediately preceding the date of the written test and continuing to the date of appointment, may not have been convicted of any single violation equivalent to more than four (4) points and have accumulated no more than the equivalent of six (6) points, as assessed by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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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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Job summary 10

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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Processes all entrants of the courthouse through the security screening process.
Conducts periodic security checks of inmates in assigned areas.
Maintain control of the courtroom to prevent any disruptions
Protects judges, court officials, witnesses, jurors and all other persons in the courtroom from any hostile acts directed at them.
Supervise, escort/transport, restrain and control prisoners.
- Properly process prisoners, delayed confinement persons & juveniles.
- Properly serve Civil & Criminal papers.
- Performs interior and exterior security searches of the courthouse.

Requirements & Skills 10

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Some experience in public and personal contact work preferably related to law enforcement activities.
- Required: Valid driver's license with good driving record.
- General knowledge of civil and criminal law, court procedures and rules, regulations and procedures of the County Jail; and of institutions and management practices including the care and custody of prisoner.
- Ability to cope with and handle interpersonal relationships; follow oral and written instructions; and to prepare records and reports.

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