Sheriff Deputy II

Cowley County • Winfield, KS

108d

About The Position

Under supervision, performs duties related to the enforcement of federal, state, and county laws, protection of life and property, and assisting the public.

Requirements

• Working knowledge, or ability to learn, State and Federal statutes and ordinances
• Working knowledge of first aid and medical procedures and practices
• Working knowledge of County geography and surrounding areas including roads, streets, landmarks, buildings and similar features
• Some knowledge of the principles and techniques of photography and fingerprinting
• Ability to learn proper law enforcement principles, procedures and practices
• Skill in the use of law enforcement vehicles, firearms, breathalyzer, typewriter, related law enforcement equipment principles and practices of self-defense
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to apply logical thinking in determining a proper course of action in a minimum of time
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to perform a high level of sustained physical activity
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to interact effectively with superiors, co-workers, prisoners, and the public

Responsibilities

• Patrols an assigned area within the County to deter illegal activities, to enforce Federal, State and County laws, to protect individuals and property
• Responds to complaints, crimes, disturbances, accidents and other related situations
• Performs missing persons searches
• Communicates with other agencies
• Performs criminal investigations
• Obtains physical and other evidence and statements necessary for reporting facts and circumstances of incidents, for charging individuals with offenses, and for follow-up detailed investigations
• Appears in court to offer testimony
• Meets and confers with attorneys on legal questions
• Obtains search warrants and arrest warrants
• Makes arrests of individuals as required
• May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records and logs necessary to report daily activities and specific incidents
• May be assigned to serve civil processes and execute warrants
• Utilizes a word processor; observes and controls vehicular traffic and enforces traffic laws
• Deals with traffic accident situations
• Operates radar and breathalyzer
• Provides counseling to families and individuals in disturbance situations, offers assistance to citizens and visitors including providing directions and calling for vehicular roadside assistance
• Conducts talks with individuals and groups on public safety and law enforcement issues
• May work at special events representing the Department
• Takes in-service training to attain and maintain State certification
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED