DEPUTY SHERIFF

Lehigh County, PA • Allentown, PA

296d

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

• 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

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 statute, regulation or court order
• Attends civil legal updates course
• May be assigned to any of the several functions of the court
• Performs related work as required

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees