Deputy Sheriff - Lateral - Civil Service

Deputy Sheriff - Lateral - Civil Service

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Description

• Lateral transfer employees with two (2) or fewer years of service as a peace officer will be hired at Step 3 of the pay range.
• Lateral transfer employees with more than two (2) years of service as a peace officer will be hired at Step 4 of the pay range.

Qualified lateral candidates starting annual wage will be either $ (Step
3) or $ (Step
4) depending on the qualifications listed below (language from the Deputy Sheriff’s Association Collective Bargaining Agreement).

There are moving reimbursements available for lateral transfer employees. Please see the Deputy Sheriff’s Association Collective Bargaining Agreement for more information.

BASIC FUNCTION

The primary duties of this class are in support of the County’s Sheriff’s Office law‑enforcement functions. Responsibilities include protecting life and property, enforcing laws and ordinances, and investigating crimes throughout Snohomish County.

Job Duties

Depending upon assignment, the Deputy may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties.

Statement Of Essential Duties

• Patrol unincorporated Snohomish County to deter and discover crimes; conduct crime scene investigations; enforce laws and ordinances; render public assistance as needed.
• Respond to reported crime scenes; take action to secure the scene; interview victims and witnesses; gather and preserve evidence; arrest suspects; prepare required reports.
• Investigate and report accidents; administer emergency first aid until an aid car arrives.
• Issue notices of infraction and citations to violators of state laws and county ordinances; serve warrants of arrest.
• Interview and investigate citizen complaints; respond to inquiries; provide information to the public on laws and ordinances; assist in resolving problems; make referrals to appropriate agencies as necessary.
• Guard prisoners at hospitals and/or in court; transport prisoners to and from jail and court.
• Prepare required reports and maintain necessary records.
• Testify as a credible witness in court as required.

Statement Of Other Duties

• May perform duties in specialty units in accordance with policies of the unit and depending on experience.
• May supervise activities of volunteer personnel.
• May perform the duties of Sergeant.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Associate of Arts degree or 90 credits of college‑level coursework including courses in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient per RCW 41.14.100.
• Candidates must be at least twenty (20) years old at time of application; no maximum age.
• Must pass job‑related tests.

Exceptional Entry Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Associate of Arts degree or 90 credits of college‑level coursework including courses in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a DACA recipient per RCW 41.14.100.
• Applicants must be twenty‑one (21) years old at time of appointment; no maximum age.
• Must pass job‑related tests.
• Must have been employed as a full‑time, paid Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, State Trooper, or Tribal Officer with full police powers and duties for less than two (2) years within the previous four (4) years.
• Must provide documented successful completion of a state basic law‑enforcement academy.

Lateral Entry Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Associate of Arts degree or 90 credits of college‑level coursework including courses in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a DACA recipient per RCW 41.14.100.
• Must be twenty‑one (21) years old at time of appointment; no maximum age.
• Must pass job‑related tests.
• Must have been employed as a Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, State Trooper, or Tribal Officer with full police powers and duties for at least…