Patrol Deputy

Overview

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns.

For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Take home vehicle & uniform allowance provided by the Sheriff s Office

Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month

Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service

Dependent Care FSA

FSA and HSA

Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary

Employer Paid Norton Life Lock Membership

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Automatic & Mandatory 3% Employer Contribution to 401(A).

Voluntary Contribution with up to 3% Matching Employer Contribution to 457(B)

Automatic 6.2% Employer Contribution to Social Security

Automatic 1.45% Employer Contribution to Medicare

MAXIMUM EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION: 13.65%

The Gunnison County Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for a full-time 40 hour per week Patrol Deputy. This position performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work in the performance of sheriff patrol, investigation, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activities.

The annual salary range is from $74,207.19 to $, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.

View the full job description here.

Sheriff s Office

Phone:

Open until filled.

Qualifications/Education

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Must complete the State Basic Training Academy or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both written and orally.
• Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits.

• Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment.
• Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits.
• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
• No felony convictions and/or serious misdemeanor, disqualifying criminal histories.
• Ability to meet Department s physical standards.
• Ability to obtain certification for CPR/First Aid.
• Basic Law Enforcement Training (or Police Officer Standards and Training) certification or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain Department proficiency standards in the use of firearms, including any tactical or equipment assigned.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
• May have to cover shifts or be on call in emergency situations