Deputy Sheriff - Patrol
About The Position
This position performs police work involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws, and investigation of crime. The incumbent may be assigned special duties and may patrol the county to enforce federal, state, and local laws and serve civil papers and warrants. Applicants must meet Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements and have at least two years as a mandated peace officer. Applicants currently under POST investigation and/or probation will not be considered. Applicants are subject to a physical agility test and comprehensive background investigation, including GCIC/NCIC, motor vehicle record, polygraph, and reference checks. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory post-offer physical, drug screen, and psychological examination results. To apply, applicants must submit a Paulding County Application for Employment and specify the position. A resume may supplement the application but is not accepted by itself. Applications may be faxed, delivered, or mailed to the Paulding County Board of Commissioners, Human Resources Department, and must be received by the closing date.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completing a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited high school or state education program.
- Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, a valid Georgia driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Ability to meet current requirements under the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Act.
- At least two years as a mandated peace officer.
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Applicants must pass a physical agility test and comprehensive background investigation, including GCIC/NCIC, MVR, polygraph, and reference checks.
- Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory post-offer physical, drug screen, and psychological examination results.
- Applicants currently under POST investigation and/or probation will not be considered.
Responsibilities
- Protect life and property.
- Enforce laws.
- Investigate crime.
- Perform special duties as assigned.
- Patrol the county to enforce federal, state, and local laws.
- Serve civil papers and warrants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
