Deputy Sheriff

Hancock County Sheriff's Office

Findlay (OH)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Take home car if you reside in Hancock

Vacation after 6 months

Health, vision & dental insurance

Free life insurance policy

Employee assistance program

Transfer prior law enforcement service

Compensated off duty details

Longevity

Job summary

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office in Findlay, OH seeks a full-time Deputy Sheriff to enforce state laws, respond to calls, and safeguard the community. The role uses CAD systems, requires strong public interaction skills, and supports court testimony and patrol duties.

OPOTA certification or active academy status is required. Eligible benefits include health, vision & dental insurance, take-home car for county residents, vacation after six months, and a defined longevity program.

Qualifications

Knowledge of state and criminal laws.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Able to interact effectively with the public.
Capable in emergency situations.
Knowledge of firearms usage.
Willing to perform shift work.
Willing to work holidays and weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

Enforce state laws and local ordinances.
Respond to calls for service including traffic incidents, domestic disputes, burglaries, etc.
Use CAD software to locate calls and monitor assigned areas.
Assist officers, testify in court, and support operations as needed.
Operate police equipment and communicate with colleagues, suspects, victims and complainants.

Skills

State laws knowledge

Motor vehicle operation

Effective communication

Public interaction

Emergency response

Firearms usage

Shift work

Holiday/weekend work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office located in Findlay, OH is a law enforcement organization that strives to provide professional services to ensure the safety and security of its citizens, maintain human rights, protect property, and preserve life. The department operates with a philosophy that allows law enforcement and the community residents to work together to prevent and solve crimes.

Must be OPOTA certified or actively in the academy.

This is full-time work for a deputy sheriff. The Deputy Sheriff will be responsible for enforcing state laws and local ordinances and responding to calls for service, including but not limited to traffic crashes, domestic disputes, burglaries, etc. Uses computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software to determine locations of calls; observes assigned areas to detect suspicious activity; testifies in court; responds to emergencies and backs up other officers as needed; operates firearms, radio, radar, and other police-related equipment; communicates with fellow officers, complainants, suspects, and victims; and serves individuals with warrants, summonses, subpoenas, and other legal notices as issued by the court.

Benefits