Patrol Deputy: Enforce, Investigate & Protect Community

Lincoln County; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

14 paid holidays

Overtime potential

CERF Retirement

Job summary

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office in Troy, MO is seeking a Deputy Sheriff – Patrol Officer to perform a wide range of law enforcement duties. Responsibilities include patrolling county areas, pursuing and arresting offenders, investigating incidents, and coordinating with the District Attorney’s Office for criminal complaints.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and Missouri POST certification, with rigorous training across firearms, defensive driving, and investigative techniques.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Missouri POST Class A certification or equivalent.
• Ability to complete all components of Deputy Sheriff testing.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas by car or on foot to preserve law and order and enforce traffic laws.
• Investigate incidents, collect and preserve evidence, interview victims and witnesses.
• Prepare and file criminal complaints with DA, and serve warrants and arrests.

Skills

Patrol operations

Investigations

Court testimony

Education

High school diploma or GED

Missouri POST certification

Job description

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office in Troy, MO is seeking a Deputy Sheriff – Patrol Officer to perform a wide range of law enforcement duties. Responsibilities include patrolling county areas, pursuing and arresting offenders, investigating incidents, and coordinating with the District Attorney’s Office for criminal complaints.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and Missouri POST certification, with rigorous training across firearms, defensive driving, and investigative techniques.