Sheriff Deputy

This position performs general police work to maintain public safety through the enforcement of State, Federal and County laws; does related work as required by the sheriff. Employees in this class perform a wide variety of duties connected with law enforcement work. These include investigation, enforcement and the various types of assistance.

Assigned duties are performed in accordance with State and Federal law and the Sheriff’s rules and regulations. General supervision is received from the Sheriff, Chief Deputy and Patrol Sergeant and the deputy is expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative when faced with emergency situations. This work involves an element of danger.