Patrol Deputy

County of Weld; Rosebud (SD); On-site; USD 55,985 - 70,891; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision plans

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition stipend

Job summary

The County of Weld is seeking P.O.S.T. certified patrol deputies to detect criminal activities and enforce laws. Responsibilities include preparing reports, responding to emergencies, and maintaining proficiency with firearms.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and communicate effectively in English. Benefits include health plans, paid vacation, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and investigate criminal activities.
• Enforce local, state, and federal laws.
• Prepare reports for investigations and court.

Skills

Effective communication in written and verbal English

Basic math calculations

Ability to operate various equipment

Ability to write reports

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radios

Handcuffs

Computer

Job description

Compensation

Compensation Range: $40.64 - $51.46 per hour.

Job Overview

Patrol deputies (must be P.O.S.T. certified) detect and investigate criminal activity, enforce local, state, and federal laws, prepare accurate reports for investigations and court procedures, serve civil papers, guard prisoners, and assist other agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (80%)

• Remain calm and respond appropriately to emergency and threatening situations; protect self and others.
• Physically subdue and control unruly or resisting individuals.
• Maintain Office proficiency standards in use of firearms and other equipment.
• Safely operate a county vehicle in normal and emergency conditions.
• Perform law enforcement duties requiring adequate psychological and physical condition.

Important Duties and Responsibilities (20%)

• Successfully complete mandatory training.
• Participate in community service activities such as public service talks, PAL program, crime prevention activities, etc.

Special Assignments

• Drug Task Force Field Evidence Technician
• Field Training Officer
• Investigations Strike Team
• K-9 Firearms Instructor
• Armorer
• Bomb Technician
• Mobile Command Bus Operator
• Special Weapons and Tactics team
• Drone Operator
• Instructor in various disciplines
• Honor Guard

Required Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Skills and Abilities:

• At least 21 years of age.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal English.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively before groups.
• Perform basic math calculations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, compute rate, ratio, percent, draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Operate telephones, computers, photocopiers, scanners, gas mask, two‑way radios, restraints, and handcuffs.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license (out‑of‑state accepted if residing in that state).
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Colorado Police Officer Standard (P.O.S.T.) training certificate.
• Pass psychological, physical, and background examinations.

Appearance Requirements:

• Tattoos: modest hand tattoos or non‑disruptive neck tattoos allowed; no tattoo on face or front of neck. Modest neck tattoos up to the carotid artery allowed at discretion.
• Piercings: modest piercings allowed, no large or obtrusive piercings; maximum one piercing displayed; certain restrictions for female sworn personnel.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Employer‑contributed HSA.
• Medical clinic.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick leave.Wellness program.
• County retirement.
• PERA (Health Department only).
• 457 retirement plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Training and development.
• Tuition stipend.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Weld County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.