Deputy Sheriff

COUNTY OF LEHIGH PENNSYLVANIA•Allentown, PA

About The Position

A Deputy Sheriff enforces regulations of the Sheriff's Department at the full performance level. A position in this class carries out assigned duties which safeguard both lives and property. A position in this class reports directly through the chain of command in the Sheriff's Department.

Requirements

Knowledge of the methods and techniques commonly employed in law-enforcement security and transport work.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the criminal and civil justice system, including the rules of procedure.
Knowledge of the goals and objectives of law enforcement at the County level.
Familiarity with the use and maintenance of handguns.
Ability to maintain order, including the control of disruptive individuals in a variety of situations.
Ability to locate geographical locations, including alternate routes, across the County and State.
Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
Knowledge of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, the Rules of Criminal Procedure and the Laws of Arrest.
Knowledge of the usage of the equipment provided. Illustrative examples are: Sheriff's Department car, radio, pager, first-aid equipment, rubber gloves, handgun, a.s.p. expandable baton, handcuffs, and other weapons as required.
High School Diploma or GED
Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited above
MUST HAVE ACT 120 OR ACT 2 CERTIFICATION
A criminal background check may be required.

Responsibilities

Security of both lives and property
Transportation of inmates
Service of court orders and writs
Performs levies and guards prisoners
Enforces court orders, including injunctions
Secures property and maintains order and crimes and civil code
Prepares reports and processes legal papers
Assists police during incidents in court
Performs duties which are or may be imposed by statue, regulation or court order
Attends civil legal updates course
May be assigned to any of the several functions of the court
Serve civil papers, writs and protection from abuse orders
Perform sheriff levies and child custody papers and civil process
Work independently with minimal supervision
Willing to attend schools, continuing education or specialized training designated by the Sheriff or his designee
Successful completion of required probation period
Transport prisoners to and from various penal institutions
Search individuals being transported for weapons, drugs and other contraband
Serve bench warrants, domestic warrants and probation violation
Available to work after hours on an on-call basis
Maintain courtroom security
Control prisoners and escort same to court
Provide security for courthouse, courtroom, County employees and the general public
Transport prisoners between penal institutions
Serve judges and court staff by facilitating courtroom operations