PATROL DEPUTY

PATROL DEPUTY

COLORADO P.O.S.T. CERTIFICATION REQUIRED!
  
Deputy Sheriffs perform all aspects of law enforcement services. Applicants must be Peace Officers’ Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Law Enforcement Training certified.
  
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct criminal investigations.

Conduct traffic investigations.
Assist the public.
Transport prisoners.
Enforce traffic laws and ordinances.
Collaborate with and assist other agencies.
Assist in training new personnel.
  
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Terminology and basic procedures necessary in the performance of duties.
Laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures pertaining to the Sheriff’s Office operations.
Law enforcement patrol and investigative techniques.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Using computers and related software applications.
Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels, with the public, community leaders, and members of other organizations.
Effectively communicating at a professional level both verbally and in written format.
Safe and proper operation of Sheriff’s Office vehicles including emergency vehicle operations.
Proper use and care of duty handguns, rifles, and shotguns and qualification with those weapons per department policies.
Proper use and care of other types of equipment necessary for the performance of law enforcement duties.
The ability to prepare comprehensive detailed written reports.
Ability to maintain a professional level of service and composure during emergencies.
  
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
United States Citizen
Minimum age of 21
High School diploma or GED
Valid Colorado Driver’s License
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position
Successful completion of psychological and polygraph examinations as determined by the Sheriff
Clear drug screen evaluation and no recent (at least 5 years) incidents of illegal use of drugs, narcotics, or controlled substances as determined by the Sheriff
Peace Officer Certification through the Colorado State Criminal Justice Training Commission
  
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, or run, sit for extended periods, use hands to operate vehicles and equipment, reach with hands and/or arms, climb, crouch, or stoop, and taste or smell. Standing for extended periods. Riding in and operating motor vehicles for extended periods. Smelling and detecting various odors. Occasional exertion of various levels of force for lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and moving objects or persons. Mobility to move between various offices, workstations, multi-level buildings, and varying outdoor terrain.
  
Physically restraining combative suspects and taking them into custody. Defending yourself or others from assault through physical force including the use of various kinds of weapons if necessary. Performing law enforcement duties outdoors including all kinds of inclement weather. Participation in firearms training and qualifications per department requirements. The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
  
Driving: Occasionally
Balancing: Frequently
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Twisting: Frequently
Squatting/Crouching: Occasionally
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crawling: Occasionally
Climbing Stairs: Occasionally
Climbing Ladders: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Standing/Walking: Frequently
Lifting: Occasionally
Lifting: 1 lb. Minimum/ 50 lbs. Maximum
Carrying: 1 lb. Minimum/ 50 lbs. Maximum
Push/Pull: 1 lb. Minimum/ 150 lbs. Maximum