Deputy Sheriff

Wilkes County Sheriff's Office

About the role

An employee in this class performs general law enforcement duties. Work includes patrolling the County during an assigned shift in a vehicle; preventing, detecting, and investigating disturbances and crime; serving various civil and criminal papers; responding to calls; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments. Employees must exercise judgment, initiative, and calm control when performing duties; more difficult problems are normally carried out under the direction of or in conjunction with a supervisor assigned to the same shift. Work involves frequent public contact which requires tact, firmness, and decisiveness.

Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law, supplemented with specific directions from superior officers. Employees are subject to hazards associated with law enforcement work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as dangerous persons, loud noises, and hazardous spills with fumes, oils, gases, or flammable liquids. Work may subject employee to compliance with final OSHA Standards on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation, discussion, and review of reports for adherence to laws, office procedures, and proper judgment.

Requirements

• Graduation from High School and completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
• Before assignment to sworn duties, employees must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
• Completion of at least the minimum requirements established by the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission for Certified Law Enforcement Officers, with prospects of successfully completing the entire Certification process within prescribed timeframes.
• Thorough background investigation conducted by the employing agency, to include a personal interview prior to employment.
• BLET Certified.

Status: Open
Posted: July 27, 2021 12:00 PM
Closing: Open Until Filled