Detention & Patrol Deputy Sheriff

Eureka County; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Eureka County seeks Deputies I-III to provide public safety, detention, court, and patrol services in Nevada. The role involves enforcing laws, conducting investigations, and transporting inmates while maintaining facility security and order.

Positions require a High School diploma or GED, US citizenship, and POST certifications; duties include investigations, paperwork, and collaboration with other agencies to ensure community safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public relations and customer service principles.
• Familiarity with criminal investigation and evidence handling.
• Understanding of court procedures and legal processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintains order and security within detention facilities; monitors inmates and documents behavior.
• Transports inmates to court appearances, medical appointments, and other facilities; processes intake and release paperwork.
• Conducts criminal investigations, interviews victims/suspects/witnesses and collects evidence.
• Performs patrol, civil process service, court security, and assists other departments as needed.

Skills

Public relations

Customer service

Criminal investigations

Interviews

Education

High School diploma/GED

US Citizenship

Age 21+

Category I Nevada POST Certification

Category I Advanced Nevada POST Certification

Job description

Eureka County seeks Deputies I-III to provide public safety, detention, court, and patrol services in Nevada. The role involves enforcing laws, conducting investigations, and transporting inmates while maintaining facility security and order.

Positions require a High School diploma or GED, US citizenship, and POST certifications; duties include investigations, paperwork, and collaboration with other agencies to ensure community safety.