Island Sheriff’s Deputy: Patrol, Protect & Serve

San Juan County Sheriff's Office; LOPEZ COMMUNITY LAND TRUST (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level hiring bonus $15,000

Lateral hiring bonus $30,000

Job summary

San Juan County Sheriff's Office seeks dedicated law enforcement professionals to protect the San Juan Islands and serve a close-knit community.

You will engage in patrol, investigations, and public safety duties across county roads, parks, and waterways while upholding high standards of integrity and service. Island living offers unique policing challenges and strong community collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Protects life and property by enforcing federal and state laws, local ordinances, and marine regulations.
• Performs routine patrols, traffic enforcement, accident investigations, crime suppression, and crisis intervention.
• Investigates crimes, interviews witnesses, and documents incidents for court with thorough reporting.
• Conducts vehicle, boat, and foot patrols on county roads, parks, and waterways.
• Responds to civil disputes, mediates where possible, and enforces civil laws as needed.
• Serves as deputy coroner for unattended deaths.

Job description

San Juan County Sheriff's Office seeks dedicated law enforcement professionals to protect the San Juan Islands and serve a close-knit community.

You will engage in patrol, investigations, and public safety duties across county roads, parks, and waterways while upholding high standards of integrity and service. Island living offers unique policing challenges and strong community collaboration.