Deputy Sheriff

Ionia County; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (5% employee premium)

HSA contribution $900 annually

Voluntary dental and vision

457 deferred comp – voluntary

Group life and AD&D insurance

Short term disability insurance

Vacation, sick/personal days & holiday

Job summary

Ionia County is seeking qualified candidates for a position that emphasizes integrity, physical ability, and public service. The role offers comprehensive benefits including Health Insurance with a 5% employee premium copay, HSA contributions of $900 annually, voluntary dental and vision, plus vacation, sick/personal days and holiday pay.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens and Michigan residents, at least 21, able to pass a background check, medical exam, drug screen and psychological evaluation,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college education preferred but not required.
• U.S. citizenship and Michigan residency required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Pass background investigation, medical exam, drug screen and psychological evaluation.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Prior law enforcement, criminal justice or military experience preferred but not required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Weekend/day/night/holiday readiness

Willingness to learn law enforcement

Physical mobility (walk/crawl/ climb)

Firearms proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College education preferred

Job description

• Health Insurance – employee 5% premium copay
• Employer Health Savings Account Contribution of $900 annually
• Voluntary Dental and Vision
• 457 Deferred Compensation – voluntary
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Group Short Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick/Personal Days & Holiday pay

Qualifications & Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the posted position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

• Applicants may also be MCOLES licensed or certifiable.
• Applicants must be a citizen of the United States, and a resident of the State of Michigan.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Applicants must be of good moral character and pass a thorough background investigation.
• Applicants must pass a medical examination, drug screen and psychological evaluation.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent. College education is preferred but not required.
• Applicants must possess excellent communication skills.
• Prior law enforcement, criminal justice or military experience is preferred, but not required.
• Applicants must have the ability to walk, crawl, climb and maneuver where physical mobility is required to complete essential job functions.
• Applicants must show required proficiency in the use of firearms.
• Applicants must be able to work weekends, days, nights and holidays.
• Applicants must possess the ability to learn law enforcement methods, practices and procedures
• Applicants must be able to deal fairly and effectively with the public.
• Applicants must possess a working knowledge of all state, federal and local laws.
• Applicants will be expected to successfully complete field training and a one-year probationary period.

Applications may be also be obtained from the Human Resource Office.

Posting will remain open until filled. Ionia County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.