Aide-Sheriff

A Deputy Service Aide (DSA) is a uniformed civilian position which is assigned to different assignments between the Patrol and Corrections Divisions. Some assignments are but, not limited to Commissary Officer, Console Operator, or Civil Clerk.

• Report any observation of suspicious activity
• Assist as needed
• Transport vehicles with various departmental programs
• Provide pickup and delivery services, repair, and maintenance
• Provide assistance in Records Division
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Provide assistance to the Jail Division

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Typing and work processing skills
• Possess a valid Illinois State Driver’s License
• Be able to pass a background investigation
• Driving record acceptable to the county

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Capable of reaching shelving up to 8 feet with use of a step ladder and capable of reaching filing cabinets up to five drawers
• Ability to work evening hours, holidays, weekends, and shift work
• Ability to be objective and make decisions without outside influences

• Ability to lift, squat, bend to gather items from the storage units
• Ability to stretch and move weight bearing joints in the process of bending, stooping, kneeling, or reaching to assist an injured person, with or without assistance from another officer