Sheriff Deputy II

ADP, Inc.; Winfield (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

County Sheriff’s Office in Winfield, KS seeks a Sheriff Deputy II to perform duties enforcing federal, state and county laws, protecting life and property, and assisting the public. Under supervision, you will handle patrols, investigations, traffic enforcement, and court appearances.

The role requires learning statutes, maintaining reports, and coordinating with attorneys and agencies. Strong physical fitness and calm decision-making are essential; eligibility for state certification is

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED is required; one year of public contact experience preferred.
• Experience with or knowledge of Federal, State and County laws is expected.
• Ability to learn law enforcement principles and procedures.
• Capable of handling confidential information and maintaining composure under stress.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area to deter illegal activities and enforce laws.
• Respond to complaints, incidents and accidents; assist the public.
• Engage with other agencies and testify in court when needed.
• Conduct investigations and collect evidence for reports and charges.
• Prepare reports and logs of daily activities and incidents.
• May transport prisoners and serve warrants or civil processes.
• Enforce traffic laws and operate related equipment such as radar and breathalyzer.

Skills

Statutes & ordinances knowledge

First aid knowledge

Geography knowledge

Photography & fingerprinting

Law enforcement principles

Self-defense techniques

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Physical fitness

Written verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radar

Breathalyzer

Typewriter

Job description

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Sheriff Deputy II

Full Time Professional Winfield, KS, US 1 Attachments

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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;
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge, or ability to learn, State and Federal statutes and ordinances.
• Working knowledge of first aid and medical procedures and practices.
• Working knowledge of County geography and surrounding areas including roads, streets, landmarks, buildings and similar features.
• Some knowledge of the principles and techniques of photography and fingerprinting.
• Ability to learn proper law enforcement principles, procedures and practices.
• Skill in the use of law enforcement vehicles, firearms, breathalyzer, typewriter, related law enforcement equipment principles and practices of self-defense.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to apply logical thinking in determining a proper course of action in a minimum of time.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to perform a high level of sustained physical activity.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to interact effectively with superiors, co-workers, prisoners, and the public.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or GED; one year of experience involving public contact is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.