SHERIFF DEPUTY

Summit County (OH) • Akron, OH

273d • $27 - $36

About The Position

Under general supervision, enforces laws, investigates crimes, provides security for correctional facilities, patrols assigned areas, serves individuals with summons, subpoenas, attachments and legal notices issued by courts, etc.; may serve in all areas under the jurisdiction of the Sheriff (e.g., Patrol, Investigations, Corrections, Court Services, etc.) as the operational needs of the Department dictate. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary education or GED equivalent.
• Completion of Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Program.
• Must possess a current valid State of Ohio vehicle operator's license.
• Pass a Department required physical examination and substance screening.
• Ability to successfully complete Correctional Training Programs as prescribed by the State of Ohio and Federal guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of arrest procedures and Ohio Revised Code.
• Knowledge of interviewing and investigation techniques.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in use of firearms in accordance to Department standards.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned County area, enforcing motor vehicle and other laws, and issues citations where applicable.
• Watches for stolen vehicles and visits accident scenes to give assistance to injured parties.
• Investigates conditions and causes of accidents.
• Checks property within assigned jurisdiction.
• Responds to criminal and civil complaints and conducts investigations.
• Interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, etc.
• Operates various law enforcement equipment (e.g., KR-IO radar unit, Breathalyzer, Intoxilizer, radio, etc.).
• Counsels crime victims.
• Maintains security and discipline of inmates in jail facility.
• Monitors inmates during meals, bathing, sleeping, recreational and other activities.
• Inspects mail and property for contraband, pornographic items, unauthorized forms and/or cash.
• Checks identification of visitors and ensures that law enforcement weapons are secured.
• Patrols floor, housing units and recreational areas.
• Searches inmates and housing units.
• Counts and verifies inmates in area.
• Monitors work performed in kitchen, laundry, or other designated areas.
• Controls use of dangerous equipment or supplies.
• Escorts and/or monitors movement of inmates between areas of facility.
• Searches incoming prisoners and receives and releases prisoners.
• Monitors prisoners' releases and assigns inmates in appropriate category.
• Maintains inventory of inmate clothing and sends soiled items to laundry.
• Prepares reports of incidents and maintains records of food used.
• Conducts investigations and gathers evidence.
• Facilitates resolution of misdemeanor cases at pretrial stage.
• Conducts surveillance and makes arrests.
• Serves individuals with summons, subpoenas, attachments and legal notices issued by courts.
• Appears in court as witness and prepares case files.
• Records daily activities in logs and prepares reports on activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED