Patrol Deputy: Enforce Law & Protect Communities

Alamosa County; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamosa County Sheriff Department seeks a Deputy Patrol Officer to prevent crime, enforce laws, apprehend suspects and assist citizens in the county. The position is non-exempt, requires Colorado Peace Officer’s Certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license.

The salary is $51,503.00 per year, with duties including patrolling, investigations, court testimony and rapid response. Reporting to the Sheriff via Sergeant and Undersheriff.

Qualifications

• Colorado Peace Officer’s Certification required.
• High school diploma or GED; or related experience and training.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Krav tactics preferred.
• Pressure Points Control Tactic Certification preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Firearms and fitness qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Enforces laws and ordinances and investigates violations.
• Follows department policies and procedures; studies laws.
• Maintains knowledge of arrestee rights.
• Patrols assigned areas and conducts searches.
• Interrogates suspects, gathers evidence, interviews victims and witnesses.
• Testifies in court and documents cases; strong computer skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Read & interpret docs

Public speaking

Conduct searches

Interrogation skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Colorado Peace Officer’s Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Krav tactics

Pressure Points Control Tactic Certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Firearms and fitness qualifications

Job description

Alamosa County Sheriff Department seeks a Deputy Patrol Officer to prevent crime, enforce laws, apprehend suspects and assist citizens in the county. The position is non-exempt, requires Colorado Peace Officer’s Certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license.

The salary is $51,503.00 per year, with duties including patrolling, investigations, court testimony and rapid response. Reporting to the Sheriff via Sergeant and Undersheriff.