Deputy Sheriff - Sheriff's Office

Lewis County Sheriff's Office; Chehalis (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lewis County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Deputy to perform varied first-level law enforcement duties including protection of life and property, enforcing laws, maintaining order, and investigating crime. The position reports to an Operations Sergeant and may work independently; hours vary and include rotating shifts.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, 21+, possess a valid Washington driver’s license, pass background, medical, psych, and drug screening tests, and be in good health with

Qualifications

• United States citizen required.
• Must read, write and speak English proficiently.
• No felony convictions or series of offenses indicating pattern of criminal behavior.
• Must pass background investigation by Sheriff’s Office.
• Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Must pass an examination based on knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Applicant must be in good health.
• Medical and psychological examinations, drug screening and polygraph test may be required.

Skills

Citizen

English proficient

No felony convictions

Background check

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

Employees of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office hold positions of high public trust. It is imperative all employees conduct themselves both on and off-duty in such a manner that does not bring disrepute on this Office, or the professional image of law enforcement.

Core Values of the Organization

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office subscribes to a set of core values. These are our fundamental norms and commitments. These norms and commitments infuse our mission and guide us throughout the discharge of our professional duties. They are set out in the Office’s Mission Statement and Code of Ethics; and they give rise to the several rules, policies, procedures, and practices of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office. Our core values also underlie the personal and inviolable commitment each of us makes, when we swear our own oath of office.

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office also acknowledges the primacy of the legal norms which define the relationship of our corps of sworn law enforcement officers to the Office and to the community. These norms are set out in State and Federal law, civil service rules, and collective bargaining agreements.

In light of our core values, and subject always to the legal norms which bind the Office, employees are admonished to be punctual and regular in their attendance; to strive for excellence in the performance of their duties; to be true to the Office, to their superiors, and to their colleagues; and to bring their fullest efforts to serve the people of our community.

Job Summary

The Deputy performs varied first-level law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, the maintenance of order, and the investigation of crime.

This position is generally under the direction and general supervision of an Operations Sergeant, but may at times work independently. The hours of work are varied.

Work Conditions

• A 24-hour, seven-day a week operation with possible rotating shift schedules. This includes working day/night shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
• Variety of weather conditions.
• Emergency situations which may be physically demanding for long periods of time, assure the delivery of and participate in administering emergency medical aid, evacuations and rescue of individuals from harm in potentially dangerous situations.
• Hazardous conditions where employee must put on and be able to wear a variety of protective masks and/or eye protection for extended periods of time.
• Situations where employee is exposed to certain temptations to show favoritism, corruption, or unlawful monetary gain. The employee must exhibit a history and characteristic of honesty, reliability, and ability to manage personal finances, interpersonal skill, and integrity.
• Situations where blood, body fluids or other potentially infectious materials, and hazardous materials are present.
• Respond to incidents which may be considered graphic and/or grossly offensive to human senses.

NOTE: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions, major duties/responsibilities, requisite job knowledge and abilities, work conditions and requirements of the position. Employees holding this position may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an employee be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodations for the specific disability will be made for the employee, when possible.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• United States citizen.
• No felony convictions or series of offenses of a minor nature which would lend themselves to establish a pattern of criminal behavior, nor any criminal instances concerning moral turpitude.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Acceptable score on an examination based on knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must pass a background investigation by the Sheriff’s Office, as well as a medical and psychological examination, drug screening and polygraph test.
• Good health.
• Must meet and maintain the current physical requirements adopted for the assigned job/position.
• Must read, write and speak English proficiently.

Essential Performance Expectations

1. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
2. Give a full day’s work for a full day’s pay.
3. Comply in letter and spirit with the Mission, Oath of Office, Ethical Values, directives, policies, procedures, customs and practices.
4. Be mentally and physically fit and prepared for work.
5. Learn the job; stay updated and current on case law, threats, trends, and changes in the law enforcement profession.
6. Adjust to change in a positive manner.
7. Respond in a professional and positive manner to management’s directives.
8. Use work time to be productive in an efficient, effective and safe manner.
9. Maintain the trust, faith and confidence of the Sheriff and be loyal to the lawful interests and needs of the organization.
10. Maintain a harmonious work relationship with other personnel, agencies, and community partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following work with minimal supervision: Maintain performance standards (as set by the