Deputy Sheriff

A vital role focused on patrol, public safety, law enforcement operations, and professional service throughout Rabun County.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for patrolling the County to detect and deter crime.

Deputy Sheriffs patrol assigned areas, respond to calls for service, enforce laws, investigate incidents, preserve evidence, assist in court proceedings, and support the safety and security of the Rabun County community.

• Patrols the County to detect and deter crime and enforce laws
• Responds to calls for service including robberies, domestic disputes, crimes, and disturbances
• Issues citations for violations of law
• Maintains issued vehicle and equipment

• Responds to traffic accidents; prepares accident reports
• Preserves evidence at crime scenes and accidents
• Testifies in court as requested
• Performs related duties

• Serves civil papers including warrants and subpoenas
• Assists in transporting inmates
• Assists in providing courtroom security

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
• Knowledge of law enforcement code of ethics and standards
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and court procedures
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs
• Knowledge of self-defense mechanisms and general safety techniques
• Skill in operating job-related equipment such as firearms and restraint equipment
• Skill in preparing clear and precise administrative reports
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in interpersonal relations

The Captain – Patrol assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of final results.

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally lifts heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes sense of smell.

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors and exposes the employee to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious disease, or irritating chemicals. The work is occasionally performed outdoors and in cold or inclement weather and requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Guidelines include County policies and procedures, Department standard operating procedures, and related federal, state, and local laws. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia

Supervisory and management responsibility: None.

The Deputy Sheriff role supports public safety, patrol operations, law enforcement response, and the mission of the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office.