Lateral Deputy Sheriff – Impactful Field Enforcement

Madison County Commission; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Madison County Sheriff's Office in Huntsville, AL, seeks qualified officers for lateral transfer deputy sheriff roles. Applicants can be certified by APOSTC, state POST agencies outside Alabama, or federal agencies.

The office will assist through reciprocity and transitional training; all must be in good standing with their current agency. Automatic disqualifiers include drug use, criminal history, driving record issues, and falsification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from a recognized agency.

Responsibilities

• Operate patrol vehicles in an assigned geographical area.
• Monitor and observe vehicular traffic, detect offenses, and issue citations.
• Respond to robberies, thefts, burglaries, homicides, and emergencies; administer first-aid and secure scenes.
• Conduct interviews, make arrests, prepare reports and transport arrestees to detention.
• Maintain equipment and assist with duties as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Madison County Sheriff's Office in Huntsville, AL, seeks qualified officers for lateral transfer deputy sheriff roles. Applicants can be certified by APOSTC, state POST agencies outside Alabama, or federal agencies.

The office will assist through reciprocity and transitional training; all must be in good standing with their current agency. Automatic disqualifiers include drug use, criminal history, driving record issues, and falsification.