Patrol Deputy

Saline County Sheriff's Office; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Saline County Sheriff's Office in Benton, AR is seeking a Patrol Deputy to enforce laws, respond to emergencies, and maintain safety for residents and visitors. The position requires continuous situational awareness, adherence to policy, and independent judgment in urgent situations.

The role involves reporting, driving duties, and potential participation in special units. Education of a high school diploma or GED is required, along with CLEST certification within one year and a valid Arkansas

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CLEST Certification within 1 year of hire.
• Must be 21 years of age and have no felony convictions.
• Possess or obtain a valid Arkansas Driver's License.
• Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship upon request.
• Complete minimum 24 hours of training per year.

Responsibilities

• Patrol County roads, residential areas, and business districts to enforce traffic and criminal laws.
• Respond to calls for law enforcement assistance and threats.
• Secure crime scenes and manage evidence, photographs, fingerprints, and property.
• Prepare detailed incident, arrest, and investigation reports; enter data.
• Transport prisoners to jail, court, and other agencies as needed.
• Attend community meetings to promote crime prevention and engage residents.
• Assist in emergencies and coordinate with Emergency Management staff.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word Processing/Typing

Spreadsheet

Job description

Pay: Compensation dependent upon CLEST certification. For more information, see the job description.

2025 Saline County Sheriff Patrol Deputy Job Description Exempt: No Department: Sheriff’s Office, Patrol Division Reports To: Patrol Sergeant Location: 735 S Neeley St Benton, AR 72015 Safety Sensitive: This position is designated as safety/security sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion and random drug and alcohol screening.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION Under the general direction of the Patrol Sergeant, the patrol deputy patrols an assigned area and is responsible for maintaining the peace by enforcing laws, investigate accidents; supervising and maintaining the health, safety, and property of persons at the scene of an accident or in an emergency situation; respond to public requests for assistance and implement crime prevention measurers; check doors and windows of business establishments and private homes, investigates unusual crowds of people and takes report on missing persons, harassment, burglaries, etc. . Work involves an element of personal danger, and the incumbent must be able to act without any supervision or direction, relying only on training and experience, plus exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies. The Patrol Deputy must ensure that all duties are performed according to county policy and procedures and in accordance with federal and state laws. This individual has extensive contact with the public and has the responsibility to perform all duties within the law maintaining personal safety and the protection of the general public and all others.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrols County roads, residential areas, and business districts to enforce traffic and criminal laws and ordinances ensuring the safety of citizens and property; makes arrests and/or issues citations to violators as necessary.
• Responds to calls from citizens in need of law enforcement assistance (i.e., domestic disturbance, criminal mischief, burglaries, crimes in progress, traffic accidents, etc.); makes arrests and/or issues citations as necessary.
• Ensures crime scenes and related evidence are secure; processes crime scenes taking photographs and fingerprints seizes and impounds property as necessary.
• Receives, tags, and stores evidence, found property, or property maintained for safekeeping in the property room presents testimony and evidence in court.
• Investigates accidents and criminal activities; research leads through interviews with victims, witnesses, suspects, on-line research, and inspection of property/buildings.
• Prepares detailed incident, arrest, investigation, and related reports; enters data into computer; submits to supervisor for review.
• Completes daily activity report reflecting all work activities completed during shift.
• Assists in the transport’s prisoners to jail, to and from court, and to other law enforcement agencies.
• Attends community crime watch meetings and other community activities to promote crime reduction and community oriented policing by interacting with and educating district residents.
• Reports to structure fires and other emergencies/disasters as necessary to establish control of situation and ensure public safety and security of property; implement emergency and/or disaster procedures; coordinates activities with Emergency Management staff.
• Testifies in court and at hearings concerning investigations and citations and/or arrests.
• Qualifies with use of authorized weapons on a periodic basis.
• May act as a member of a special operating unit including SWAT, emergency rescues, and water patrol; must meet the minimum qualifications and complete required training if placed on these assignments.
• Serves warrants in field and in office as individuals are located.
• Enforces court orders involving actions such as the service of court summons; removal of property; service of judgments; and apprehension of individuals.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or have passed the General Education Development (GED) testing indication high school graduation level. Home school diplomas will not substitute for the above unless approved by the Commission. Documentary evidence shall consist of official transcript, diplomas or GED test report form. In unusual circumstances the Commission may be required to accept other documentation and in such cases the decision of the Commission shall be final. Home schooling diplomas will not be accepted unless approved by the Commission. Previous experience in law enforcement is not required but preferred.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

Must be 21 years of age. No felony convictions. Possess or be able to immediately obtain a valid Arkansas Driver's License. Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship upon request. CLEST Certification within 1 year of hire. Complete a minimum of 24 hours of training per year. Qualify with a score of 80% with all firearms he/she will be using or carrying. Complete mandated yearly classes as specified by the Commission on Law Enforcement and Training.

Physical Readiness Testing: The Sheriff will authorize proper personnel to conduct physical readiness testing (PRT) of all deputies two (2) times in a calendar year. All Sworn deputies, including detention deputies, must perform the following:

• Plank (no time requirements)
• Pushups (no number of time requirements)
• One (1) mile walk (no time requirements)

SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED Advanced: Word Processing/Typing Intermediate: Spreadsheet

WORKING CONDITIONS Outside or inside working environment, wherein there are potentially hazardous working conditions, and life-threatening situations exist