Deputy Sheriff-Lateral Patrol Deputy

Adams County Sheriff's Office; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams County Sheriff's Office in Colorado is seeking a Patrol Deputy to enforce laws, protect life and property, and conduct investigations as part of a 10-hour shift rotation. The role requires Colorado POST certification and a minimum of 2 years patrol experience, plus a high school diploma or GED and a valid Colorado driver's license.

Starting pay is determined by the Lateral Pay Matrix, with 2 years at $88,671.16 and 5+ years at $102,859.19.

Qualifications

• Must currently be COLORADO P.O.S.T. Certified.
• Must have at least 2 years of patrol experience.
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid Colorado Drivers' License.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders.
• Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals.
• Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it.
• Enforce Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.
• Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators.
• Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence.
• Establish traffic control and Deputy protection at incidents that may attract crowds.
• Serve civil papers, court documents, and subpoenas.
• Participate and complete annual law enforcement driving certification.
• Participate in training (Quarterly Range Qualification, PPCT, Taser, OC Re-Certification).
• Perform Deputy duties at parades, processions, demonstrations, community activities, and sporting events.
• Check and report on deficient streetlights, signs, road surfaces and other facilities that serve the public.
• Perform other duties that are assigned.

Skills

Patrol experience

Education

Colorado POST Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Colorado Driver's License

Job description

SPECIAL NOTE: For all applicants, this is a reminder of the original job posting where it stated: “Applicants may be excluded from further consideration at any point in the hiring process. By Sheriff’s Office policy, the reasons why an applicant is not selected for hire will not be discussed with the applicant. There is no flexibility with this policy. If an applicant receives notice of elimination from the hiring process, it simply means the applicant’s qualifications do not fit the Office’s needs at this time. This determination does not preclude the applicant from applying to other agencies.”

Lateral Pay Matrix -- Hiring Range

Experience Starting Pay

2 years

$88,671,16

3 years

$93,364.50

4 years

$98,111.85

5 + years

$102,859.19

(The Lateral Hiring Matrix includes the hiring range for qualified candidates. Credit for years of service will be calculated using full calendar years. A maximum of five years of full-time, POST Certified law enforcement experience will be considered for salary placement. No credit will be given for volunteer, reserve, or part-time work.)

Patrol Deputy Start Date: January 2027

Essential Duties of a Patrol Deputy:

• Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders.
• Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals.
• Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it.
• Enforce Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.
• Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators.
• Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence.
• Establish traffic control and Deputy protection at incidents that may attract crowds.
• Serve civil papers, court documents, and subpoenas.
• Participate and complete annual law enforcement driving certification.
• Participate in training (Quarterly Range Qualification, PPCT, Taser, OC Re-Certification).
• Perform Deputy duties at parades, processions, demonstrations, community activities, and sporting events.
• Check and report on deficient streetlights, signs, road surfaces and other facilities that serve the public.
• Perform other duties that are assigned.

Shift Schedule

• Mandatory shift rotation every 4 months
• 10-hour shifts
• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Swing Shift: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Graveyard Shift: 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Employees are required to rotate to a different shift every four months as part of the mandatory rotation schedule.

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Must currently be COLORADO P.O.S.T. Certified.
• Must have at least 2 years of patrol experience.
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid Colorado Drivers' License.IMPORTANT NOTE: The testing process includes:
• Completing the written exam through the National Testing Network.
• A minimum score of 70% is required in each section (Video, Written, and Reading).
• Oral Board Interview.
• Physical Fitness Test Battery.

A detailed email will be sent to eligible candidates closer to the testing date for Oral board interviews and Physical Testing.

Please plan to attend scheduled testing dates as no other dates will be available.

The Background process may include any/all of the following:

• Psychological evaluation
• Physical Exam
• Medical Exam
• Integrity Interview
• CVSA exam (truth verification)