POST Certified Deputy Sheriff (Patrol/Detentions Lateral)

Jefferson County, Colorado; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a POST Certified Deputy Sheriff to join their dedicated team. This role involves crucial law enforcement duties, including responding to incidents, investigating crimes, and ensuring public safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patrol services, with a focus on maintaining security and managing inmate activities. In addition to competitive pay, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're passionate about serving the community and have the required qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum two years patrol experience from similar agencies.
• Physical ability to operate law enforcement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Responding to incidents and investigating crimes.
• Patrolling, enforcing laws, and making arrests.

Skills

Law enforcement practices

Criminal investigation techniques

Effective communication

Judgment and decision-making

Education

POST certification

Valid Colorado driver’s license

Tools

Law enforcement equipment

Job description

POST Certified Deputy Sheriff (Patrol/Detentions Lateral)

Join to apply for the POST Certified Deputy Sheriff (Patrol/Detentions Lateral) role at Jefferson County, Colorado.

Under general supervision, performs law enforcement duties to enforce laws and safeguard residents' rights. Coordinates with investigators, law enforcement agencies, and the public. Reports to a Sergeant.

Division-specific duties:

• Patrol Services Division: Responds to calls, investigates crimes, mediates disputes, patrols, enforces traffic laws, collects evidence, and testifies in court.
• Detentions Services Division: Manages inmate classification, supervises inmates, maintains security, manages visitation and inmate activities, and operates detention security systems.

Job Details:

• Closes: 06/17/25, 11:59 PM
• Division: Sheriff Support Services
• Hours: 40/week
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement, wellness, tuition reimbursement

Essential Functions:

Includes responding to incidents, investigating crimes, patrolling, enforcing laws, making arrests, evidence collection, report writing, court appearances, and inter-agency cooperation. Division-specific duties include inmate management and security operations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years patrol experience for lateral candidates from similar agencies; experience matched 1:1.
• POST certification and valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Physical ability to operate law enforcement equipment and vehicles; meet physical and mental standards.

Knowledge & Skills:

Modern law enforcement practices, laws, criminal investigation techniques, and computer skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment, communicate effectively, and maintain discipline and professionalism.