Sheriff Deputy

Buncombe County Government; United States; Sur place; USD 30 114 - 40 680; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Buncombe County Government is seeking Sworn Deputies for the Sheriff’s Office. The role involves patrolling assigned areas, responding to complaints, and conducting investigations. Candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent and complete the NC BLET Course.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old and certified as law enforcement officers in North Carolina. The position offers an external hiring range of $21.86 - $29.53 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the North Carolina Sheriffs' Training and Standards Commission, BLET Certified.

Responsabilités

• Patrol assigned area of the County.
• Inspect troublesome areas and check security of business establishments.
• Answer complaint calls and assist in investigating crimes and disturbances.
• Prepare investigation reports.
• Appear in court as a witness to give testimony.

Connaissances

Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures

Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment

Ability to exercise sound judgment

Ability to prepare clear and concise reports

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent and completion of NC BLET Course

Description du poste

Job Title: Sheriff Deputy

Department: Sheriff

External Hiring Range: $21.86 - $29.53

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on September 08, 9999. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on September 08, 9999.

Overview

The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Sworn Deputies who have completed BLET to fill various division positions. Candidates will be considered for all available positions in the following BCSO Divisions: Patrol, Road Squads, DWI Task Force, Animal Control, School Resource Officers, Court Enforcement, Special Units. Offers will be based on Buncombe County Sheriff Department business needs and candidate experience.

Purpose of the position

This position is responsible for performing specialized law enforcement work as a uniformed patrol deputy to protect lives, property and rights of citizens of the county.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience

High School diploma or equivalent and completion of NC BLET Course; Must be 21 years of age.

Additional Training and Experience

None

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

Certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the North Carolina Sheriffs' Training and Standards Commission, BLET Certified. Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.

Essential Functions of the position

• Patrol assigned area of the County.
• Inspect troublesome areas and check security of business establishments.
• Answer complaint calls and assist in investigating crimes and disturbances.
• Interview witnesses; gather evidence; interrogate suspects and make arrests.
• Prepare investigation reports.
• Locate designated parties to serve legal papers such as summons, warrants, capiases, commitment papers, and special court orders.
• Make arrests when necessary.
• Appear in court as a witness to give testimony.
• Cooperate with law enforcement officers of other governmental units in making investigations and arrests.
• Assist with community outreach.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to law enforcement work.
• Knowledge of the locations of streets, roads, highways and the geography and socioeconomic characteristics of the county.
• Knowledge of the content and purpose of legal papers and the practices involved in serving them.
• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, techniques, and equipment associated with the Patrol Division.
• Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in emergency and routine situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.
• Ability to apply interpretation of laws to specific situations.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to present court testimony effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

EEO Statement

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective. It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, marital or familial status, pregnancy, veteran status, religious belief or non-belief, age, or disability or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. EEO practices and employment decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation shall not be based on any of these protected classes. In addition, the County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.