What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff (Certified Lateral) position at Jefferson County Sheriff's Office?
AGENCY OVERVIEW
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting the work of local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Deputies of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office are fully sworn POPS certified law enforcement professionals. Deputies in the Courts Division provide security for participants of Circuit and District Courts of Jefferson County. Deputies take custody of inmates while in the Courts and during transport throughout Kentucky. Deputies in the Operations Division also serve orders on behalf of the Courts such as EPOs, IPOs, Civil Process, Evictions, and auto vehicle inspections. Deputies at JCSO do not routinely take calls for service, but are fully certified to assist in any law enforcement capacity needed to ensure public safety.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must be POPS certified in the State of Kentucky, or reciprocity approved from states outside of Kentucky.
Must be U.S. citizen
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have honorable discharge from military, if applicable
Must not have had peace officer status revoked in any state
Must not be prohibited from carrying a firearm
Must not have been convicted of a felony – misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis.
No use of marijuana in the last 1 year, no use of illegal controlled substances in the last 6 years.
Must reside in one of the following counties within 90 days of employment:
- Kentucky: Jefferson, Bullitt, Hardin, Henry, Meade, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble
- Indiana: Clark, Floyd, Harrison
SALARY/BENEFITS
Certified hires are given up to 10 years credit toward spay and leave accrual. Pay rate Includes KLEFPF and $1,000 annual uniform allowance.
| Certified Experience | Hourly Rate | Annual Rate | Eligible for Benefits |
| 3 years | $28.59 | $60,468.63 | Yes* |
| 5 years | $30.35 | $64,136.12 | Yes* |
| 10 years | $34.49 | $72,736.71 | Yes* |
*Retirees are not eligible for health benefits or a second pension per KRS 70.293.
Employees participate in the Hazardous Duty retirement under CERS offered the KPPA.
JCSO pays 100% medical premiums for single coverage, and 90% for other plan levels.
Competitive plans for vision and dental.
Optional deferred compensation and life supplemental life insurance.
$20,000 Basic Life Insurance provided.
SELECTION PROCESS
Background Investigation (Criminal history check, credit check, employment history, references)
Sheriff Staff Interview
Medical Examination / Drug Screening
Fingerprinting
Questions related to this position or its selection process can be sent to careers@jcsoky.org.
Salary : $1,000
