Deputy Sheriff: Patrol, Investigations & Community Safety

Iredell County, North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform general law enforcement duties, patrol duties, respond to calls, and investigate incidents across the county. This sworn position requires High school diploma or GED, Basic Law Enforcement Training, and NC certification, with flexibility for shifts and on-call assignments.

You will work in patrol or specialized units as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training required.
• Must meet all requirements for certification as a law enforcement officer under applicable North Carolina Sheriff and Training Standards.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas by vehicle, foot, ATV, watercraft, bicycle, or other approved means.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Prevents, detects, investigates, and documents criminal activity.
• Interviews victims, witnesses, suspects, complainants, and other persons connected to calls or investigations.
• Arrests offenders and processes criminal suspects according to law and agency policy.
• Serves warrants, civil processes, subpoenas, court orders, and other legal documents as assigned.
• Transports prisoners, detainees, and other persons as required.
• Prepares clear, complete, and accurate reports, citations, affidavits, warrants, and related documents.
• Testifies in court and presents facts related to arrests, investigations, service of process, and other official duties.

Skills

Laws knowledge

Communication skills

Judgment under stress

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Law Enforcement Training

NC officer certification requirements

Job description

Iredell County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform general law enforcement duties, patrol duties, respond to calls, and investigate incidents across the county. This sworn position requires High school diploma or GED, Basic Law Enforcement Training, and NC certification, with flexibility for shifts and on-call assignments.

You will work in patrol or specialized units as needed.