Sheriff Deputy

General Definition

Under direct supervision, patrols the unincorporated areas of Hamilton County in an assigned sector and district; answers service calls ranging from barking dogs to initial investigation of homicides; enforces law and regulations; investigates traffic accidents; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Patrols unincorporated areas of the County;
• answers services calls ranging from barking dogs to initial investigation of homicides;
• enforces laws and regulations;
• investigates traffic accidents and controls the scene;
• conducts follow-up investigations;
• locates wanted persons;
• makes arrests;
• recovers lost and stolen property;
• testifies in criminal or civil proceedings;
• serves citizens of Hamilton County for the purpose of protection of life and property;
• conducts special assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a recognized high school diploma or GED;
• be at least twenty-one (21) years of age;
• be a citizen of the United States;
• not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor and other alcoholic beverages or controlled substances;
• not have been released or discharged under any other than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States;
• pass a physical examination and psychological evaluation by a licensed professional that is consistent with ADA and that relates to the essential functions of the position;
• pass a physical fitness and written tests;
• possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Physical Requirements

• This classification involves work in a law enforcement environment including potential for physical harm to self or others in the line of duty.
• Other hazards include exposure to infectious diseases.
• The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of pre-employment and random drug testing.

Benefits

Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, paid holidays and retirement to full time employees. For a complete listing of Hamilton County Employee Benefits, please visit www.hamiltontn.gov/HumanResources/Benefits.