Deputy #26011

Columbia; North Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia County Sheriff's Office seeks a deputy to patrol county areas, respond to calls, enforce laws, and preserve crime scenes. The role includes coordinating with investigations, assisting motorists, and engaging with neighborhood leaders to address community concerns.

The position requires POST certification or ability to obtain it, plus an associate degree or equivalent experience, and knowledge of CCSO directives and community policing practices.

Qualifications

• Holds current Georgia P.O.S.T. peace officer certification or is able to attain certification.
• Associate Degree or that equivalent in training and experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws/ordinances.
• Ability to communicate with the general public.
• Knowledge of CCSO Directives and Procedures Manual.
• Knowledge of current community policing practices.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned geographical area of the county.
• Answers calls for service.
• Apprehends and cites traffic law violators.
• Completes necessary paperwork.
• Enforces criminal law.
• Preserves crime scenes for Investigations Division personnel.
• Assists stranded and lost motorists.
• Performs House Watches and Concentrated Patrols.
• Effectively communicates with the community to include neighborhood leaders.
• Maintains proactive approach to law enforcement.
• Attends neighborhood watch meetings as well as civic meetings/events in assigned beats.
• Identifies community/individual problems and needs and achieves solutions.
• Renders aid/assistance to local, state, and federal police agencies.
• Assists other county agencies/departments.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

County geography

Road knowledge

Laws and ordinances

Community policing

Public communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

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This position is responsible for patrolling the county to prevent or observe criminal acts and traffic violations, enforcing state, federal, and local laws/ordinances and testifying in judicial proceedings and instituting community oriented policing concepts.

CHAIN OF COMMAND

This position answers to a Patrol Division shift supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Patrols assigned geographical area of the county.
• Answers calls for service.
• Apprehends and cites traffic law violators.
• Completes necessary paperwork.
• Enforces criminal law.
• Preserves crime scenes for Investigations Division personnel.
• Assists stranded and lost motorists.
• Performs House Watches and Concentrated Patrols.
• Effectively communicates with the community to include neighborhood leaders.
• Maintains proactive approach to law enforcement.
• Attends neighborhood watch meetings as well as civic meetings/events in assigned beats.
• Identifies community/individual problems and needs and achieves solutions.
• Renders aid/assistance to local, state, and federal police agencies.
• Assists other county agencies/departments.
• Performs other duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE OR SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

• Knowledge of county geography and roads.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws/ordinances.
• Knowledge of current law enforcement practices/procedures.
• Ability to communicate with the general public.
• Knowledge of the CCSO Directives and Procedures Manual.
• Knowledge of current community policing practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds current Georgia P.O.S.T. peace officer certification or is able to attain certification.
• Associate Degree or that equivalent in training and experience.
• Must qualify on the standard CCSO Handgun/Rifle Qualification Course.
• Must pass all drug screens.
• Has or is able to attain certification in the use of oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray and TASER CEW.

BASIC PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES REQUIRED

• Walking, running moderate distances, bending, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Lifting, dragging, and pulling objects and people.
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects.
• Use of hands/feet for self-defense and maintaining a moderate duration of force.
• Use of restraining and control holds and/or restraining devices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must meet appearance standards as set forth by the Sheriff.