Washington State Certified Lateral Deputy Sheriff

About the role

The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for a position that includes patrol duties, traffic enforcement, and investigative responsibilities. The ideal candidate must hold a current and valid Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certificate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Patrols a designated area of the county in a patrol car and/or on foot to deter and discover crime.
• Aid persons in trouble and render other public services as needed.
• Enforce traffic and parking ordinances and investigate accidents.
• Issue citations to violators of state laws and county ordinances.
• Arrest persons on misdemeanors and felony charges.
• Complete necessary reports concerning alleged crimes, circumstances of arrest, and available evidence and witnesses.
• Respond to reports of possible crime and take action as the situation requires.
• Investigate persons suspected of being engaged in crime, ascertain and secure evidence pertaining to alleged crime, and arrest suspects for probable cause.
• Administer emergency first aid and summon aid cars in other patrol units for assistance.
• Interview victims and witnesses, make general drawings of accident scenes noting details, and complete a standard accident report.
• Testify in court.
• Perform specialized duties depending on individual officer's background and ability and the needs of the department.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient with no felony convictions or series of offenses of a minor nature which would lend themselves to establish a pattern of criminal behavior, nor any criminal instances concerning moral turpitude.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Successfully completed the testing process and been hired by another jurisdiction from a civil service commission certified eligibility list or other like process.
• At least 12-months continuous work experience and successfully completed any probationary period as a full-time, paid, peace officer with law enforcement authority.
• Pass an oral board to assess knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Individuals must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certificate, a current and valid Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement equivalency certificate, or a current and valid law enforcement certification from a recognized and accredited Washington State academy.
• Ability to obtain an equivalency certification within the first twelve (12) months of employment by meeting the standards of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission.
• Passed a background investigation by the Sheriff's Office, as well as a medical and psychological examination, and polygraph test.
• Passed an oral board to assess knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Individuals must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards.
• If you are claiming Veterans' Scoring Criteria status (Veterans' Preference), provide a copy of your DD Form 214 or NGB Form 22 with your materials as well as a completed Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration.

Benefits

This position is eligible for benefits and eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Pay

Starting annual base salary up to $105,192, with a range of $7,212 - $9,204 monthly.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Skills

Skills required for this position include reading, writing, and speaking the English language, as well as the ability to read and understand legal documents and conduct investigations.

Benefits

Eligible for benefits.

Contact

Contact Person: Bobby Frye, Chief Examiner, (360) 867-2483. Email: civilservice@co.thurston.wa.us

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thurston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thurston County is committed to providing equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications.