Deputy Sheriff I, II or III

Deputy Sheriff Positions

Deputy Sheriff I, II and III

Deputy I, Range ELE
10

Deputy II, Range ELE
11

Deputy III, Range ELE
12

Summary of

Job Purpose:

Responsible for performing a variety of public safety and law enforcement services. Performs law enforcement related activities that include technical and administrative functions. May be assigned to detention, court, or patrol.

Deputy I:
Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff I are distinguished from those in the class of Deputy Sheriff II or Deputy Sheriff III by working to obtain or in possession of a Category III POST certificate and assignment to work in the detention facility without being the holder of a current Nevada Basic, Intermediate or Advanced POST certificate. Employees in the Deputy Sheriff I class shall not be assigned to patrol and/or investigative functions without direct supervision until successful completion of required certifications.

• Maintains order and security within the detention facility; assesses information and makes decisions regarding inmates; directs and instructs inmates (individually and in groups); monitors and documents behavior of inmates; supervises visitation, exercise, and work programs of inmates.
• Searches incoming inmates for removal of valuables and contraband; inventories property for secure keeping; conducts interviews and reviews background of inmates to determine appropriate housing assignment and if medical attention is needed; assigns inmates uniforms, supplies; provides orientation to new inmates regarding rules, regulations, and responsibilities; fingerprints and photographs inmates.
• Prepares written reports and maintains statistics on incidents such as use of force, disturbances, and contraband confiscated; identifies symptoms of possible emotional and physical disorders to make referrals; gives first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail of inmates; ensures inmates receive food and medication.
• Transports inmates for court appearances, medical appointments, work details, and other facilities.
• Completes appropriate paperwork upon release of inmates; provides inmates with proper notices and return of personal property and money.
• Performs security checks of facility and perimeter of facility, cell inspections, shakedowns and search of inmates returning to jail from work detail/court/medical, etc.
• Enforces and executes civil and criminal processes; serves civil papers, jury summons, and court subpoenas; enforces restraining orders, arrest warrants, and search warrants; prepares for and testifies in court or other legal proceedings.
• Prepares written reports and completes forms for misdemeanor or citation crime reports, requests for service, activity logs, and arrest reports.
• Conducts criminal investigations; interviews victims, suspects, and witnesses; collects, preserves, and secures evidence from crime scenes; lifts fingerprints; takes photographs; makes sketches and diagrams; conducts searches; arranges for medical/psychological appointments for victims and transports when necessary.
• Assist in maintaining various tasks of upkeep of detention center.
• Animal control functions and enforcement.

Deputy II:
Under general supervision, provides law enforcement services including: patrol, citizen assistance, investigations, crime prevention, traffic control, transportation, completes oral and written reports, court security; processes, monitors, controls activities, supervises and transports inmates. Incumbent must have possession of a Category I Basic POST certificate and one (1) year of law enforcement experience. Incumbent regular assignment is to detention, patrol and/or investigative functions.

• In addition to performing duties assigned to Deputy I; patrols town site and rural areas of County providing traffic enforcement, citizen assistance, building security, crime deterrence, accident investigation, and the enforcement of state and local codes and/or ordinances; issues traffic citations.
• Responds to calls regarding suspicious or criminal activity, accidents, deceased persons, domestic disputes, public nuisances, mediates disputes and disturbances; administers basic first aid; assists other county departments as needed; assists other law enforcement agencies; arrests offenders.
• Plans, promotes, implements, and participates in community awareness programs that promote safety and enhance public relations.
• Maintains operation proficiencies; stays abreast of the latest information relevant to assignments and areas of responsibility.
• Participates in search and rescue efforts, may perform deputy coroner and/or resident deputy duties.
• May provide instruction and training; formally presents a body of knowledge to students in classroom settings; formally as a Field Training Officer or informally as a fellow employee orient new personnel to their work environment.

Deputy III:
Under general supervision, provides law enforcement services. Incumbent must have possession of a Category I Advanced POST certificate.

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