Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.

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• Receive requests from citizens and others for police assistance and inform appropriate personnel.
• Engage in routine patrol to determine the existence of actual or potentially troublesome crime related situations.
• Conduct preliminary and extended inquiries regarding possible law violations, obtaining and verifying factual information from involved persons.
• Determine existence of probable cause, identify and take suspects and offenders into physical custody.
• Complete all reports in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Present factual information in court on field observations and investigations of criminal cases.
• Service of civil and court process.
• Initiate public service activities and respond to requests from persons for information and assistance.
• Professional development by seeking to maintain or increase both academic and non-academic police related skills.
• Regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Perform the physical requirements of the position; work within the established working conditions of the position.

Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws; knowledge of police related constitution and judicial rulings; knowledge of the principles of police service; knowledge of modern investigatory procedures and equipment; knowledge of care, collection and preservation of evidence; knowledge of related criminal justice and social services systems and their functional knowledge of emergency service procedures, rules and regulations; knowledge of county character and characteristics;

ability to think quickly under stress in a logical and analytical manner; ability to relate effectively to others in tense and/or hostile situations; ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions which require diverse responses; ability to endure prolonged period of physical and mental stress; ability to comprehend and apply departmental policies, rules and regulations; ability to communicate in a clear, accurate, comprehensive and concise manner, both verbally and in writing;

possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license.

The Deputy Sheriff position requires a wide variety of physical activities to varying degrees based on varying work circumstances. Required physical activities include walking, standing, sitting, running, jumping, balancing, climbing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, lifting, carrying, dragging, throwing, pushing/pulling both objects and people, handling, digital dexterity, twisting, talking, hearing and seeing. A Deputy Sheriff must be able to clearly distinguish and identify colors;

safely drive a vehicle with unassisted vision; accurately discharge a firearm (either hand) with unassisted vision; clearly discriminate electronic, mechanical and human sounds and/or operate other required equipment in a safe and lawful manner for the protection/safety of the public, of self and of other employees.

• Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to read and write the English language.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License.

To establish eligibility for deputy list, a grade of 70 percent or better on the written examination through Public Safety Testing and pass the physical examination, also through Public Safety Testing. Applicant must complete or have already successfully completed the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year from hire date. Subject to background investigations, polygraph, and psychological tests.

In addition, each Deputy Sheriff is individually responsible for maintaining his or her peace officer certification status and maintaining this status is required for continued employment in the sheriff’s office.

Health Insurance — Medical, dental, and vision coverage…