Sheriff Deputy II

National Police; Kansas; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police is seeking qualified personnel to patrol assigned areas, deter illegal activity and enforce federal, state, and county laws. The role involves responding to incidents, conducting investigations, and assisting the public with safety concerns.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and preference for at least one year of public contact experience. Valid driver’s license and state certification are expected upon appointment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• One year of public contact experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols an assigned area within the County to deter illegal activities and enforce laws.
• Responds to complaints, crimes, disturbances, accidents and related situations.
• Performs missing persons searches and conducts investigations.
• Obtains physical and other evidence and statements for reports and charging decisions.
• May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions.

Skills

Public contact experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year public contact experience preferred

Job description

Salary: $20.85 Hourly

Position Summary:

Under supervision, performs duties related to the enforcement of federal, state, and county laws, protection of life and property, and assisting the public.

Essential Functions:

• Patrols an assigned area within the County to deter illegal activities, to enforce Federal, State and County laws, to protect individuals and property;
• Responds to complaints, crimes, disturbances, accidents and other related situations;
• Performs missing persons searches;
• Communicates with other agencies;
• Performs criminal investigations;
• Obtains physical and other evidence and statements necessary for reporting facts and circumstances of incidents, for charging individuals with offenses, and for follow-up detailed investigations;
• Appears in court to offer testimony;
• Meets and confers with attorneys on legal questions;
• Obtains search warrants and arrest warrants;
• Makes arrests of individuals as required;
• May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions;
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records and logs necessary to report daily activities and specific incidents;
• May be assigned to serve civil processes and execute warrants;
• Utilizes a word processor; observes and controls vehicular traffic and enforces traffic laws;
• Deals with traffic accident situations;
• Operates radar and breathalyzer;
• Provides counseling to families and individuals in disturbance situations, offers assistance to citizens and visitors including providing directions and calling for vehicular roadside assistance;
• Conducts talks with individuals and groups on public safety and law enforcement issues;
• May work at special events representing the Department;
• Takes in-service training to attain and maintain State certification;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or GED; one year of experience involving public contact is preferred.
• Must be certified as a law enforcement officer by the State within one (1) year of appointment; must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.