Certified Deputy - Sheriff's Office

SIERRA COUNTY POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Deputy - Certified

Department: Sheriff

Supervisor: Sergeant

Grade: 7

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Under the direct supervision of the Sergeant, enforces the laws of New Mexico and ordinances of Sierra County and preserves the peace by patrolling assigned areas, monitoring traffic, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehending suspects, serving of civil process, providing court security, and responding to calls for assistance.

• Upholds Sierra County’s code of justice with the highest level of integrity and enforces county, state, and federal laws.
• Patrols County areas, roads, and highways in order to provide immediate response to calls, enforce traffic safety, and reduce or prevent crime.
• Conducts roving and targeted patrols on homes and businesses to prevent and reduce entry crimes, trespassing, vandalism, and damage to property.
• Responds to incoming calls and complaints via radio, telephone, and other communications tools for both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Takes criminals into custody; apprehends fleeing suspects; arrests individuals suspected of committing crimes; and deals appropriately with traffic violators.
• Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations including field interviews, interrogations and making arrests as necessary based upon reasonable suspicion and probable cause.
• Conducts criminal surveillance as assigned.
• Assists citizens in need of medical, emergency or motorist assistance; protects threatened properties; conducts traffic stops; provides traffic control and accident investigation as needed; helps at accident scenes; guards disaster zones; participates in sobriety check points; and responds to emergency situations when assigned.
• Appears in court to give testimony as required.
• Assists in the security of the County Court; maintains the tranquility and security of the courtroom.
• Escorts detainees to and from court and between involuntary commitments to psychiatric facilities; transports prisoners as required including extraditions.
• Books suspects into jail; assists Detention Center Administrator as needed.
• Serves civil and criminal paperwork; creates and serves arrest warrants; serves and attaches court documents and property.
• Reviews crime data to identify trends and patterns of criminal activity.
• Represents the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office at court and case hearings; prepares reports and materials requested and subpoenaed by the courts; and testifies in court cases.
• Works with citizens to identify and improve neighborhood problems and enforcement issues.
• Follows all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations established by the Sheriff’s Office; carries out duties in a professional and ethical manner; adheres to established officer safety practices and protocols; and operates all equipment in a safe manner.
• Prepares and submits timely, accurate, and complete paperwork.
• Maintains patrol vehicles, uniforms, and equipment in clean and effective operating order.
• Attends mandatory law enforcement knowledge and skills training classes and courses as required to maintain certification, or as related to current assignment.
• Assists and interacts with other Sheriff’s personnel, County departments, outside organizations and businesses, and federal, state and local law enforcement organizations in order to accomplish tasks.
• Participates actively in staff meetings.
• Remains flexible in working hours as needed to meet deadlines and support organizational needs.
• Builds and fosters effective working relationships with others.

• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences.

• Executes other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

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