Transport Deputy Sheriff

Office of the Vermont Secretary of State · Middlebury, VT · Yesterday

$27.5–$42.94/hrFull-time

About the role

The Department of State’s Attorneys and Sheriffs is seeking to hire an SAS Transport Deputy to work in the Addison County Sheriff’s Department in Middlebury, VT. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week Monday–Friday. The position is a pay grade 23 with a salary range of $27.50 to $42.94 hourly and is eligible for State benefits. The SAS Transport Deputy position serves a six-month, full-time status working test period (probationary period) that does not include any time that may be spent at the Vermont Police Academy for initial certification, or any time on unpaid leave.

Responsibilities

Safely and securely transport prisoners, justice-involved persons, and court-involved juveniles to and from court, court-related hearings, or other facilities as ordered by the court.
Perform extradition work and other duties as permitted by policy or as approved or directed by the SAS Executive Director.
Assist other Sheriffs’ offices with court-ordered transports when requested or as directed by the SAS Executive Director or the hosting Sheriff.
Assist with statewide transport needs as assigned.
Adapt to variations in daily schedule and manage pressure associated with transporting individuals experiencing anxiety and stress related to court or case adjudication.
Establish positive and collaborative working relationships with Sheriffs’ offices, State’s Attorneys’ offices, the Vermont Judiciary, the Departments of Corrections, Mental Health, and Children and Families, the Vermont State Police, and other law enforcement, state, federal, and community partners.
Follow all policies, rules, and protocols of the State, the Department of SAS, and the hosting Sheriff, including the SAS Transport Policy.
Complete and submit accurate timesheets, report all hours and leave time, and timely log all transportation data into any systems provided by the Sheriff or SAS.
Account for all work performed during State-paid hours.
Assist the Sheriff with general law enforcement services within the county when no transports or related duties are scheduled, in accordance with SAS Department Policy.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid Vermont Driver’s license; failure to do so will result in separation from the State Transport Deputy position.
Immediately report any criminal charges and motor vehicle violations to the Sheriff and the Office of the SAS Executive Director.
Have a plan to achieve at least a Level 2 law enforcement certification from the Vermont Police Academy, in coordination with the hosting Sheriff’s Department.

Qualifications

Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations and to make appropriate decisions.
Ability to carry out duties with accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to perform tasks in a professional manner and maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to respectfully interact with co-workers, supervisors, person(s) in transport, the public and partner organizations.
Excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with vulnerable populations.
Ability to use Microsoft Office and the transportation manager IT system(s).

Preferred Skills

Working knowledge of Vermont laws and ability to correctly apply them as they relate to Transport Deputy work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Significant travel throughout the year including during inclement weather.
Work hours and daily schedule dependent upon transport needs and the court; anticipate delays based upon the courts’ schedules.
Stress related to transportation of inmates, including potential for physical altercations, medical emergencies, transporting individuals in mental health crisis or suffering from physical ailments, and individuals who may become agitated and emotional based upon court outcomes.
Must be able to drive and sit or stand for long periods of time.
May be required to come in for call-ins for unexpected transports or extradition issues.

Pay

Pay grade 23 with a salary range of $27.50 to $42.94 hourly.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday. Starting and finishing times each workday, as well as the specific days of the workweek, are directed by the Sheriff, as approved by SAS, to meet the needs of transports, extraditions, or other authorized assignments.