Deputy Sheriff

Under the general supervision of the Sheriff and Chief Deputy:
All Assignments:  Enforce State and local laws and preserve the peace; Protect life and property; Assist and cooperate with other law enforcement and public safety agencies; Appear in court as a witness; May speak before public groups, assisting the public with information and education; May provide training to new recruits; Render first aid; Become knowledgeable and adhere to all department rules, regulations, policy, procedures and directives; May provide vacation or other temporary relief for supervisor or for other classes as required; Perform all other duties pertinent to the position, or as directed by shift commander or senior deputy.

Patrol Division:  Patrol assigned area in an automobile, perform traffic control, and check for crime and suspicious or dangerous conditions; Respond to calls from the public regarding crimes; Pursue and apprehend suspects; Conduct initial and follow-up investigations of crimes, including traffic accidents; Interview witnesses and victims of crime and others who might have information relating to the whereabouts of suspects; Interrogate suspects; Conduct undercover investigations; Service warrants and make arrests; Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints and writs of attachment and execution; Search crime scenes for physical evidence such as fingerprints, footprints and tire marks; Collect and preserve physical evidence; Photograph crime scenes; Arrange for removal of the deceased and stand by at the autopsy.

Court Security:  Conduct prisoners to and from court and guard them while in courts; Maintain order in courts; Transport prisoners to and from detention institutions.