Patrol Deputy

Rio Blanco County; Meeker (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a Patrol Deputy to provide general law enforcement services in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. Responsibilities include enforcing state and county laws, responding to incidents, investigating violations, and supporting allied agencies.

Candidate must hold the POST Basic Certificate, First Aid/CPR, and a valid Colorado driver’s license. A strong emphasis on community relations and physical readiness is required for a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• POST Basic Certificate is required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and insurability under County policy.

Responsibilities

• Enforces Colorado laws and Rio Blanco County ordinances.
• Responds to calls, accidents, and rescue operations.
• Arrests violators and conducts investigations.
• Assists other law enforcement and emergency services.
• Maintains equipment, vehicles, and records.
• Promotes community relations and professionalism.
• Completes required training and reports.

Skills

Statutes knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Defensive tactics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

*A Sheriff's Office Application and Questionnaire will be sent to interested applicants.

BENEFITS:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional voluntary benefits

We are accepting applications for this position through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM MST. This position may remain open past this date, depending on qualified applicants.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Patrol Deputy provides general law enforcement services within Rio Blanco County. Duties include the enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; prevention, detection, and suppression of crime; preservation of public peace; and the protection of life and property.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essentials duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Enforces the laws of the State of Colorado and ordinances of Rio Blanco County
• Responds to calls for service and emergency situations, including accidents, fires, and search and rescue operations
• Apprehends and arrests violators; conducts criminal and traffic investigations
• Assists allied law enforcement and emergency service agencies as required
• Operates within the Incident Command System (ICS)
• Uses force consistent with applicable laws, policies, and training
• Prepares accurate and timely reports and documentation
• Testifies in court and at administrative hearings
• Serves civil and criminal process
• Conducts vehicle identification number (VIN) inspections
• Provides traffic direction and control
• Maintains issued equipment, vehicles, and uniforms
• Utilizes law enforcement databases, records systems, and technology
• Promotes positive community relations and professional public contact
• Attends and successfully completes required training
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and protected information
• Performs other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Patrol Sergeant, Operations Lieutenant, Undersheriff, Sheriff

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent. 2 years of general work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess the Basic Certificate from the Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training ( POST )—possession of a current First Aid/CPR card. Possession of an appropriate Colorado motor vehicle operator's license, and must be insurable under the County's liability coverage.

SPECIAL NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 21 years of age. Must have no conviction or plea of nolo contendere to a federal or state felony charge or crime involving moral turpitude or any crimes that would affect POST certification or which would violate any other County policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY

Knowledge of Colorado Revised Statutes Titles 16, 18, and 42, and a working knowledge of applicable law enforcement manuals, policies, and procedures. Must possess the ability and sufficient skills to obtain and maintain all required professional certifications as mandated by state statute and departmental policy.

Must demonstrate the ability to maintain proficiency with firearms, defensive tactics, self-defense weapons, and other departmental equipment following a reasonable training period. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively interact with law enforcement professionals, the courts, and the public. Computer proficiency is required to enter data into various databases and to prepare reports, correspondence, and other official documentation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

This position regularly requires lifting, moving, and carrying files, books, evidence, and equipment, frequently exceeding 50 pounds. Duties may include restraining, dragging, and/or carrying individuals weighing between 100 and 250 pounds. Work assignments often involve extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and physically restraining hostile or combative individuals.

The position requires rapid physical response under stressful conditions and the ability to walk several miles over rugged and uneven terrain. Employees must comply with the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office Fitness for Duty Policy and successfully complete the Concept2 Rower Evaluation with a minimum score of 70% based on age, weight, and gender.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

This position requires work in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation and the ability to work rotating shifts, including day, swing, and night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required. Duties involve daily interaction with suspects and victims and require the ability to de-escalate aggressive behavior.

Employees may be exposed to physical injury when confronting suspects or assisting victims and may encounter hazards associated with custodial environments and emergency response situations. Tasks are performed in a variety of settings, including office environments and outdoor locations, with exposure to varying weather conditions, terrain, and potentially hazardous situations. The work environment can be highly stressful and, at times, dangerous.

OTHER:

May be required to submit to and pass drug or alcohol testing per county or departmental policies.