Deputy Sheriff: Proactive Patrol & Investigations

Hamilton County Sheriff''s Office; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee seeks qualified candidates for patrol duties in unincorporated areas. You will respond to service calls, enforce laws, and conduct investigations as assigned.

Applicants must meet strict requirements, including a high school diploma/GED or higher, U.S. citizenship, and pass physical agility, written tests, and medical evaluations. A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice may be required for some paths.

Qualifications

• Must pass physical agility, written tests, and medical evaluations.
• Citizen of the United States with no felony convictions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Patrol unincorporated Hamilton County areas and respond to service calls.
• Enforce laws, investigate traffic accidents, and conduct follow-up investigations.
• Appear in court and testify as required; maintain crime scene security and reports.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Emergency response

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee seeks qualified candidates for patrol duties in unincorporated areas. You will respond to service calls, enforce laws, and conduct investigations as assigned.

Applicants must meet strict requirements, including a high school diploma/GED or higher, U.S. citizenship, and pass physical agility, written tests, and medical evaluations. A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice may be required for some paths.