Deputy Sheriff - P/T (Sheriff)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing necessary tasks to satisfy requirements legislated under the Powers and Duties of the Sheriff found in Tennessee Code Annotated, Chapters 8-8-201 and 8-8-213. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or possess GED.
• Prior P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement experience.
• Must be of high moral character.
• Discharged under honorable conditions from Armed Forces, if applicable.
• Will be screened for misdemeanor/felony record.
• Must be a US Citizen at the time of application.
• Must reside in Shelby County by date of employment, remain a resident of Shelby County, and attain a State of Tennessee Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations applicable.
• Knowledge of traffic safety, or the use, care, and operation of the patrol vehicle under all conditions; and of the use and care of firearms and police liability.
• Ability to master thorough on-the-job training during the first years of service.
• Ability to deal with the public with courtesy and tact.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and independent decision making.
• Ability to use self-defense techniques.
• Must submit to and be able to successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Executes and returns process orders of the courts of record.
• Aids and attends the courts as assigned.
• Takes charge of custody of prisoners in the County Jail.
• Serves, executes and processes legally issued writs.
• Makes initial investigations in response to dispatched calls for service.
• Reviews and polices high accident locations and gives citations to violators.
• Performs other duties as assigned to fulfill the requirements placed upon the office of the Sheriff Department.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

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