Deputy Sheriff job description

Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property.

May assist in the disposition of the deceased due to death by natural causes.

Refers questionable deaths to the Coroner?s division.

Delivers and executes civil processes such as writs of attachment, possession and execution, subpoenas, summons and complaints.

Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies investigations and arrests.

Lifts latent prints and takes plaster casts at crime scenes.

Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition.

May function as a SWAT Team member or function as an undercover officer for the detection and prevention of the sale of narcotics and the arrest of drug offenders.

Performs public relations and community policing activities to include law enforcement education, public safety, and crime prevention.

May be assigned to schools, community law enforcement offices, correctional facilities, equestrian law enforcement, canine unit, lake patrol, or other special assignments.

Performs assigned shift responsibilities, maintains confidentiality; follows supervisor direction and department rules and regulations; may assist with training of new staff.[cont below]
 
ADDITONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties for Deputy Sheriff I/II may include but are not limited to the following:

Serve as bailiff to the Superior Courts of Merced County.

Maintains security and preserve order in courtroom facilities.

Holds, guards and transports prisoners from Detention to court and return.

During court, takes charge of jury, witnesses and other personnel involved in the cases.

May make court room arrests.

Provides support to other law enforcement agencies and Deputy Sheriffs outside of court related activities.

Develop a close working relationship with judges and court personnel in order to insure the efficient operation of the court.

Experience Required:

Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement work equivalent to Deputy Sheriff/Coroner .

Qualifications:

High School Graduate or equivalent.

Certification:

Possession of Certification of Completion from a Basic P.O.S.T Academy; First Aid and CPR certificates.

Note: Applications will be accepted with proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Appointments will only be made after successful completion of Basic P.O.S.T. Academy.

License:

Possess and maintain a valid state driver`s License.

Citizenship:

Must be a United States Citizen

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Deputy Sheriff job description

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