Deputy Sheriff: Court Security, Patrol & Civil Process

Calvert County Government; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Calvert County Government seeks a Deputy Sheriff to provide law enforcement services, detect and deter crime, and serve civil papers. The role requires independent judgment in challenging situations and close cooperation with local, state, and federal officers.

Essential duties include court security, transporting prisoners, patrolling the county, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must meet education, licensing, and medical requirements and be prepared for shift work and rigorous testing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License and eligibility for Maryland license.
• Must be 21+ years old and complete entrance level police-training within first year.
• Medium to heavy physical effort is required.
• Willingness to work shifts and weekends.
• Background check, written test, polygraph, psych and medical exams will be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve civil processes from County courts.
• Preserve order in court and guard individuals brought before court.
• Transport prisoners to and from court.
• Protect disaster areas and enforce laws; investigate crimes.
• Patrol County; respond to calls and complaints; assist motorists.
• Work with municipal, State and Federal officers; keep records and reports.

Skills

Firearms

Public interaction

Situational analysis

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Calvert County Government seeks a Deputy Sheriff to provide law enforcement services, detect and deter crime, and serve civil papers. The role requires independent judgment in challenging situations and close cooperation with local, state, and federal officers.

Essential duties include court security, transporting prisoners, patrolling the county, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must meet education, licensing, and medical requirements and be prepared for shift work and rigorous testing.