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Deputy Sheriff - Lateral

Grant County
Moses Lake, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2025
JOB
Lateral Deputy Pay Ranges from $41.57 - $58.22/hour.Responsible for performing law enforcement, investigation, and crime prevention work while patrolling the county. The primary responsibility is for the protection of life and property by enforcing statutes and laws. Duties normally consist of patrol and traffic activities in a designated area of the county on an assigned shift in a patrol vehicle. Employees may be assigned to temporary duty as Officer in Charge requiring prior experience or supervisory skills.The work involves an element of danger and personnel must use great discretion and individual judgment while handling emergencies and enforcing ordinances and laws.Assignments may include investigation of crimes, crime scene photography, lifting of latent prints, and gathering of statements and other physical evidence which may be present at crime scenes. Assignments and general instructions are provided by an on-duty supervisor area Sergeant, and calls-for-service will be given by the dispatch staff by use of radio.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position. Employee must comply with all County and department policies, procedures, WAC’s, or other regulatory bodies.Patrolling area of the County in a marked Patrol vehicle; issuing citations to traffic law violators; arresting persons who committed crimes in the County; securing prisoners; rendering assistance to disabled motorist; investigating criminal activity; submitting reports on case assignments; assisting other agencies who require the help of the department; giving first aid to injured persons; investigating motor vehicle accident, interviewing suspects and witnesses; intervening in family disputes; working with social service agencies for the protection of minors; investigating both adult and juvenile violators, and appearing in court and giving testimony on cases handled. Personnel assigned also issue citations to persons violating the criminal laws of the State and County, and arrest and detain felons. Personnel must be able to learn and use investigative techniques and procedures, observe, and remember details and learn and give first aid treatment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working ConditionsPersons in this position will be required to work day, swing, and graveyard shifts, which include weekends and holidays. The position will also be required to work in all types of weather conditions. May require work hours in excess of 12 hours per day. Subject to call-in or call-back. May require travel for training purposes and commute to other departments or government agencies. Observe, and abide by all County and department policies, goals, and objectives. Must Operate under rigorous rules and procedures. Exposure to the harsh environment, erratic/inappropriate/violent attitudes, language, and behaviors. Exposure to body secretions, chemicals, potential weapons, face-to-face interactions/confrontations with hostile or emotionally distraught citizens. Maintain the physical stamina and fitness to deal with the demands of the environment and the potential of physical violence. Be able to work well and complete duties under, and deadline, while attending to multiple duties simultaneously. Tolerate prolonged computer-related exposure. Ability to sit for long periods of time.Physical RequirementsThe physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak, and lift up to 50 lbs of unequal weight. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, and peripheral, depth perception. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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