Deputy Sheriff

Douglas County, CO • Castle Rock, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in joining the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. We are currently accepting applications for Colorado POST Certified Deputy Sheriffs in either the Detentions Division or Patrol Division.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is committed to public safety, strong community partnerships, and the well-being of its staff. We continuously advance our training standards and invest in modern equipment to ensure we deliver the highest level of service to our community. We are dedicated to holding offenders accountable while working tirelessly to make Douglas County a safe and welcoming place to live, work, and visit. We expect our staff to demonstrate unwavering professionalism and courage in every interaction, reflecting our core values in service to the public.

Requirements

• Must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident who is lawfully present in the United States pursuant to Federal Law and § 24-76.5-103, C.R.S.
• Must possess a current Basic Colorado POST Certification or currently attending a Colorado POST recognized basic academy with a scheduled graduation date. Provisional Colorado POST Certifications are NOT accepted at this time.
• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Colorado driver’s license
• Ability to pass various qualifying exams and a pre-employment background investigation
• Ability to pass polygraph, psychological, and medical exams
• Ability to perform under stress and perform physical tests consistent with law enforcement requirements to include running, climbing barriers, jumping over, or climbing under or through obstacles and performing strenuous physical activity.
• Ability to pass a physical obstacle course within 96 seconds.
• Must be physically and mentally able to work rotating shifts, including day shift, swing shift, and night shift.
• Have no convictions for felonies or disqualifying misdemeanors

Nice To Haves

• Lateral applicants may receive salary credit for the following experience: 1 year of credit per year as a certified peace officer with another law enforcement agency, ½ year of credit per year as a non-certified Deputy Sheriff and/or Military Police Officer

Responsibilities

• Patrol Douglas County to prevent and detect crime
• Respond to calls for service, including accidents and emergencies
• Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports
• Gather and preserve evidence
• Secure and process crime scenes
• Serve warrants, subpoenas, and civil processes
• Arrest suspects and testify in court
• Maintain public order and safety
• Prepare a variety of reports, records, affidavits, and logs as required to maintain office activities
• Transport, book and process prisoners
• Supervise jail and provide security for courts

Benefits

• Tiered salary structure based on relevant law enforcement and/or military police experience
• Starting salary: $82,148 (Tier 1)
• Maximum salary: $116,645 (Tier 6)
• For details on salary, benefits and retirement, CLICK HERE

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED