What are the responsibilities and job description for the SHERIFF DEPUTY position at Summit County, Colorado?
Sheriff Deputy
General Overview
Under general supervision , enforces laws, investigates crimes, provides security for correctional facilities, patrols assigned areas, serves individuals with summons, subpoenas, attachments and legal notices issued by courts, etc.; may serve in all areas under the jurisdiction of the Sheriff (e.g., Patrol, Investigations, Corrections, Court Services, etc.) as the operational needs of the Department dictate. Performs other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications
Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below. Completion of secondary education or GED equivalent, supplemented by completion of Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Program, per Section 109.77 (A) of the Ohio Revised Code. Must possess a current valid State of Ohio vehicle operator I s license and pass a Department required physical examination and substance screening. Must be able to successfully complete Correctional Training Programs as prescribed by the State of Ohio and Federal guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of Department policies and procedures; arrest procedures; Ohio Revised Code; interviewing techniques; investigation techniques; counseling principles; safety practices and procedures; corrections procedures; fingerprinting; prisoner release policies and procedures; emergency medical procedures; court process and procedures; employee training and development. Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral or picture form; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; deal with problems involving several variables in a familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; handle sensitive inquiries from the public; demonstrate physical fitness; communicate effectively in oral and written form; read, copy and calculate accurately. Skill in use of firearms in accordance to Department standards.
(*Indicates developed after employment).
Job Duties
The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification. Patrols assigned County area, enforcing motor vehicle and other laws, and issues citations where applicable; watches for stolen vehicles and visits accident scenes to give assistance to injured parties; investigates conditions and causes of accidents; checks property within assigned jurisdiction; responds to criminal and civil complaints and conducts investigations; interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, etc.; operates various law enforcement equipment (e.g., KR-IO radar unit, Breathalyzer, Intoxilizer, radio, etc.); counsels crime victims. Performs additional. duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Maintains security and discipline of inmates in jail facility (e.g., monitors inmates during meals, bathing, sleeping, recreational and other activities; watches security screens, inspects mail and property for contraband, pornographic items, unauthorized forms and/or cash; checks identification of visitors; insures that law enforcement weapons are secured; patrols floor, housing units and recreational areas; searches inmates and housing units; counts and verifies inmates in area; monitors work performed in kitchen, laundry, or other designated areas, and controls use of dangerous equipment or supplies; escorts and/or monitors movement of inmates between areas of facility; searches incoming prisoners; receives and releases prisoners, etc.); monitors prisoners' releases (e.g., assures that time has been served and no holders, detainers and/or active warrants exist) and/or assigns inmates in appropriate category by reviewing medical, emotional and behavioral situations, and makes housing assignments. Performs other related duties (e.g., maintains inventory of inmate clothing and sends soiled items to laundry; makes prisoner property bags and forwards to property area; maintains control logs; answers telephone and questions of attorneys, parole and probation officers and law enforcement personnel; maintains logs of supplies issued to inmates; prepares reports of incidents; maintains records of food used, records special diets and prepares floor counts for each meal; maintains inventory of clothing and linen; secures inmate personal effects, maintains record of inmate funds and releases property; notifies agencies placing detainers on inmates when inmate is being released; and/or additional duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Conducts investigations and gathers evidence (e.g., interviews suspects, examines evidence, diagrams crime scenes, etc.) ; facilitates resolution of misdemeanor cases at pretrial stage (e.g., appears in lieu of arresting officer, obtains evidence for prosecutor's use, concurs with plea bargaining, notifies arresting officer of disposition of case, etc.) ; conducts surveillance and makes arrests; runs checks and makes arrests; serves individuals with summons, subpoenas, attachments and legal notices issued by courts and makes arrests as necessary. Appears in court as witness; takes, develops and prints photographs; maintains file of fingerprints; prepares case files and/or card index; prepares reports (e.g., prosecutor and/or Grand Jury information, incident, juvenile arrest, warrants, case disposition) ; performs other related duties (e.g., checks on possible warrants; sets up hearings for inmates with charges from other counties or agencies; logs and dispenses subpoenas for Deputies and inmates needed in court. Performs additional duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Serves legal documents on parties as directed by the court (e.g., summons, notices, subpoenas, writs, executions, restraining orders, etc.); locates whereabouts of parties to be served; arranges for vehicle tows; provides security f or courtrooms; maintains security of inmates during court appearances; transports inmates outside of jail facility; makes arrests pursuant to outstanding warrants and violations of the law; appears in court as witness; researches, develops and drafts curriculum and tests for law enforcement and correctional courses for agency personnel (e.g., academy, defensive driving, firearms, self-defense, etc.); conducts classes. Performs additional duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Records daily activities in logs, prepares reports on activities, investigations, incidents, service on documents, bookings, etc.; maintains accurate records regarding crimes; types/prepares reports and other documentation as required; contacts other law enforcement agencies regarding suspects, inmates, victims, etc.; provides information to the public regarding law enforcement matters. Adheres to the policies/procedures of the agency and to applicable laws; attends all required training, seminars, workshops as specified.
Hourly $27.72 Weekly $2,217.60 Annual $57,657.60
Last Revision Date 1-7-2025
Hours : Varies
Work Days : Varies
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING REQUIREMENTS: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING.
Position : 314000051
Code : 20253100-2
Type : EXTERNAL
Group : SHERIFF FO
Job Family : LAW ENFORCEMENT/SECURITY
Posting Start : 01/09/2025
Posting End : 12/31/2025
Details : Click to Join Your Future!
HOURLY RATE RANGE: $27.72-$36.35
General Overview
Under general supervision , enforces laws, investigates crimes, provides security for correctional facilities, patrols assigned areas, serves individuals with summons, subpoenas, attachments and legal notices issued by courts, etc.; may serve in all areas under the jurisdiction of the Sheriff (e.g., Patrol, Investigations, Corrections, Court Services, etc.) as the operational needs of the Department dictate. Performs other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications
Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below. Completion of secondary education or GED equivalent, supplemented by completion of Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Program, per Section 109.77 (A) of the Ohio Revised Code. Must possess a current valid State of Ohio vehicle operator I s license and pass a Department required physical examination and substance screening. Must be able to successfully complete Correctional Training Programs as prescribed by the State of Ohio and Federal guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of Department policies and procedures; arrest procedures; Ohio Revised Code; interviewing techniques; investigation techniques; counseling principles; safety practices and procedures; corrections procedures; fingerprinting; prisoner release policies and procedures; emergency medical procedures; court process and procedures; employee training and development. Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral or picture form; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; deal with problems involving several variables in a familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; handle sensitive inquiries from the public; demonstrate physical fitness; communicate effectively in oral and written form; read, copy and calculate accurately. Skill in use of firearms in accordance to Department standards.
(*Indicates developed after employment).
Job Duties
The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification. Patrols assigned County area, enforcing motor vehicle and other laws, and issues citations where applicable; watches for stolen vehicles and visits accident scenes to give assistance to injured parties; investigates conditions and causes of accidents; checks property within assigned jurisdiction; responds to criminal and civil complaints and conducts investigations; interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, etc.; operates various law enforcement equipment (e.g., KR-IO radar unit, Breathalyzer, Intoxilizer, radio, etc.); counsels crime victims. Performs additional. duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Maintains security and discipline of inmates in jail facility (e.g., monitors inmates during meals, bathing, sleeping, recreational and other activities; watches security screens, inspects mail and property for contraband, pornographic items, unauthorized forms and/or cash; checks identification of visitors; insures that law enforcement weapons are secured; patrols floor, housing units and recreational areas; searches inmates and housing units; counts and verifies inmates in area; monitors work performed in kitchen, laundry, or other designated areas, and controls use of dangerous equipment or supplies; escorts and/or monitors movement of inmates between areas of facility; searches incoming prisoners; receives and releases prisoners, etc.); monitors prisoners' releases (e.g., assures that time has been served and no holders, detainers and/or active warrants exist) and/or assigns inmates in appropriate category by reviewing medical, emotional and behavioral situations, and makes housing assignments. Performs other related duties (e.g., maintains inventory of inmate clothing and sends soiled items to laundry; makes prisoner property bags and forwards to property area; maintains control logs; answers telephone and questions of attorneys, parole and probation officers and law enforcement personnel; maintains logs of supplies issued to inmates; prepares reports of incidents; maintains records of food used, records special diets and prepares floor counts for each meal; maintains inventory of clothing and linen; secures inmate personal effects, maintains record of inmate funds and releases property; notifies agencies placing detainers on inmates when inmate is being released; and/or additional duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Conducts investigations and gathers evidence (e.g., interviews suspects, examines evidence, diagrams crime scenes, etc.) ; facilitates resolution of misdemeanor cases at pretrial stage (e.g., appears in lieu of arresting officer, obtains evidence for prosecutor's use, concurs with plea bargaining, notifies arresting officer of disposition of case, etc.) ; conducts surveillance and makes arrests; runs checks and makes arrests; serves individuals with summons, subpoenas, attachments and legal notices issued by courts and makes arrests as necessary. Appears in court as witness; takes, develops and prints photographs; maintains file of fingerprints; prepares case files and/or card index; prepares reports (e.g., prosecutor and/or Grand Jury information, incident, juvenile arrest, warrants, case disposition) ; performs other related duties (e.g., checks on possible warrants; sets up hearings for inmates with charges from other counties or agencies; logs and dispenses subpoenas for Deputies and inmates needed in court. Performs additional duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Serves legal documents on parties as directed by the court (e.g., summons, notices, subpoenas, writs, executions, restraining orders, etc.); locates whereabouts of parties to be served; arranges for vehicle tows; provides security f or courtrooms; maintains security of inmates during court appearances; transports inmates outside of jail facility; makes arrests pursuant to outstanding warrants and violations of the law; appears in court as witness; researches, develops and drafts curriculum and tests for law enforcement and correctional courses for agency personnel (e.g., academy, defensive driving, firearms, self-defense, etc.); conducts classes. Performs additional duties at the discretion of the Sheriff. Records daily activities in logs, prepares reports on activities, investigations, incidents, service on documents, bookings, etc.; maintains accurate records regarding crimes; types/prepares reports and other documentation as required; contacts other law enforcement agencies regarding suspects, inmates, victims, etc.; provides information to the public regarding law enforcement matters. Adheres to the policies/procedures of the agency and to applicable laws; attends all required training, seminars, workshops as specified.
Hourly $27.72 Weekly $2,217.60 Annual $57,657.60
Last Revision Date 1-7-2025
Hours : Varies
Work Days : Varies
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING REQUIREMENTS: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING.
Position : 314000051
Code : 20253100-2
Type : EXTERNAL
Group : SHERIFF FO
Job Family : LAW ENFORCEMENT/SECURITY
Posting Start : 01/09/2025
Posting End : 12/31/2025
Details : Click to Join Your Future!
HOURLY RATE RANGE: $27.72-$36.35
Salary : $2,218 - $57,658
