Deputy Sheriff: Court Security & Enforcement

County of Berks; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Berks is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform general duty law enforcement duties within the Sheriff’s Office and its divisions. The role requires initiative, discretion in emergencies, and adherence to Pennsylvania and U.S. law.

Key responsibilities include serving court writs, conducting sheriff sales, transporting prisoners, maintaining courtroom security, and enforcing firearms licenses. Training and background checks are required for hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from a recognized issuing agency.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and a citizen of the United States.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and be willing to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License as required. Must have a class “C” CDL or permit with Passenger Endorsement at time of hire or obtain within 30 days of hire. Must possess a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of a rigid security background check and oral interview. Must not have any prior or pending criminal history.
• Must obtain a Pennsylvania License to Carry Firearms.

Responsibilities

• Serves all writs and orders of the Court.
• Performs Levies and holds personal property sales.
• Conducts Sheriff Sales.
• Maintains courtroom security.
• Transports prisoners.
• Serves arrest and bench warrants.
• Serves Protection from Abuse orders including weapons seizures and exclusions.
• Controls prisoners in the cell block and while under the control of the deputy.
• Escorts Prisoners to court and back to cell block.
• Investigates firearms applications for dealers and License to Carry permits.
• Guards’ prisoners outside of prison.
• Enforces court orders.
• Serves injunctions and maintains order at strikes.
• Processes legal papers.
• Maintains records, prepares, and types reports.
• Contacts attorneys, defendants, applicants, references and others by telephone.
• Secures property.
• Posts notices for Sheriff and Tax Sales.
• Travels inter and intra state for extraditions.
• Assists police at incidents, in court, at DUI centers and any other time when required.
• Enforces crime code.
• Enforces vehicle code.
• Issues license to carry firearms permits and perform associated tasks.
• Completes all paperwork or required reports in a timely fashion and professional format.
• Serves as a representative of the department at various civic and public functions while always conducting themselves in a professional manner.

Skills

Warrant searches

Emergency response

Court security

Property seizure

Interagency cooperation

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

U.S. citizen

Valid PA driver’s license

Class C CDL with P endorsement

Clean driving record

Background check clearance

Job description

County of Berks is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform general duty law enforcement duties within the Sheriff’s Office and its divisions. The role requires initiative, discretion in emergencies, and adherence to Pennsylvania and U.S. law.

Key responsibilities include serving court writs, conducting sheriff sales, transporting prisoners, maintaining courtroom security, and enforcing firearms licenses. Training and background checks are required for hire.