Deputy Sheriff

Sarpy County•Papillion, NE

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The deputy participates in law enforcement activities in an effort to protect life and property, enforce local, state and federal laws and to prevent, detect and/or investigate criminal activity. Formal testing through Merit Commission, which may include a written test, scenarios, panel questioning and/or any other requirements as set forth by the testing authority.

Requirements

Must possess, or obtain by time of hire, a valid operator's license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age by date of graduation from Sarpy Douglas Law Enforcement Academy.
Must be a United States citizen.
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Must be free of any convictions of crimes punishable by imprisonment in a state or federal penitentiary for a term of one year or more for which a pardon has not been received.
Must pass a security clearance check conducted on a national and local level, including criminal record and polygraph examination.
Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
Successfully complete basic training at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Academy and all portions of the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office probationary deputy training program.
Knowledge of and ability to apply the technical and operating principles and techniques used in law enforcement and crime prevention, and corrections.
Knowledge and ability to apply federal, state and local laws pertaining to the duties performed including those with reference to search and seizure, arrest, prosecution of persons and the rules of evidence.
Knowledge of and ability to enforce and apply departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and general orders.
Knowledge of the use of Sheriff’s Office records and their application to the solution of problems/issues.
Knowledge of and ability to perform input and retrieval functions utilizing a variety of computer programs pertaining to the duties performed.
Knowledge of Sheriff’s Office responsibilities and ability to use independent judgment in the performance of duties.
Knowledge of the geography of the county.
Ability to enforce departmental policies, federal, state and local regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality.
Ability to maintain and utilize authorized weapons, including firearms, according to established procedures.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in all types of weather and traffic conditions.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and other equipment relating to a comprehensive law enforcement program.
Ability to utilize sound independent judgment in stressful and emergency situations; analyze situations quickly and objectively and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to the surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Ability to make complex, difficult decisions and to develop plans for the safe, efficient, effective and legal accomplishments of tasks required to protect life, safety and property of citizens, to enforce applicable laws and to serve the public.
Ability to prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive forms and reports utilizing correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of all departmental communications, documents and correspondence.
Ability to deal with the general public in a courteous and tactful manner.
Ability to perform job duties efficiently while managing frequent interruptions.
Ability to plan and organize a personal work schedule, set priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English.
Ability to operate Personal computer, including word processing and specialized software, phone, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, copy machine, county vehicle, law enforcement radio, authorized weapons, approved restraints, pager, first aid equipment, and all other assigned equipment.

Responsibilities

Adheres to Sheriff’s Office directives, general orders and the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) at all times, notifies a supervisor regarding any violations.
Provides training for probationary deputies, when assigned.
Assists in the review, evaluation, and development of programs, policies and procedures; when assigned.
Confers with the sergeant on daily tactical matters, unusual or difficult problems, the progress of cases, and other related issues.
Completes detailed and accurate reports and other official records that document activity or involvement in all incidents.
Provides testimony in court proceedings as necessary.
Ensures uniforms, vehicles and equipment are adequately maintained and in proper working order.
Performs appropriate activity that protects those in immediate danger of injury or death at the hand of another person or persons.
Responds to incidents of injury or accidents and summons or administers medical or other aid.
Restores and maintains order in areas of individual, family, or public crisis.
Attends conferences and meetings to keep abreast of current trends in law enforcement; represents the department in a variety of local, state and other meetings; as assigned.
Ensures all departmental memos, records, and reports are routed to the appropriate personnel, according to established departmental procedures.
Answers inquiries from the general public; receives citizen complaints and handles situations and/or refers individuals to appropriate sources of resolution.
Operates and maintains assigned departmental vehicle and equipment according to established procedures.
Utilizes computer programs in the establishment and maintenance of records and reports; to conduct research and obtain information.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the general public, coworkers, subordinates, other law enforcement and governmental agencies and county officials.