Sheriff's Deputy-Law Enforcement Academy

Hamilton County Sheriff''s Office • Chattanooga TN 37416, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, patrols the unincorporated areas of Hamilton County in an assigned sector and district; answers service calls ranging from barking dogs to initial investigation of homicides; enforces law and regulations; investigates traffic accidents; and performs related duties as assigned. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this classification. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, YOU SHOULD CONTACT HCSO HUMAN RESOURCES AT 423-209-7014 or 423-209-7014.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor and other alcoholic beverages or controlled substances
• Not have been released or discharged under any other than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States
• Pass a physical examination and psychological evaluation by a licensed professional that is consistent with ADA and that relates to the essential functions of the position
• Pass a physical fitness and written tests
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
• Must either served four (4) years active duty or six (6) years National Guard/Reserve in any of the armed forces of the United States with an honorable discharge, OR possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, law enforcement, police science or related field.
• Applicants will attend and pass the basic police school and field training programs while on initial employment probation.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of child psychology as used in the assignment of School Resource Officer.
• Knowledge of available resources for providing youth with activities as an alternative to street activities.

Responsibilities

• Patrols unincorporated areas of the County; answers services calls ranging from barking dogs to initial investigation of homicides; enforces laws and regulations; investigates traffic accidents and controls the scene; conducts follow-up investigations; locates wanted persons; makes arrests; recovers lost and stolen property; testifies in criminal or civil proceedings; serves citizens of Hamilton County for the purpose of protection of life and property; conducts special assignments.
• Operates a patrol car in performing neighborhood and business watches; writes reports (e.g. traffic, property, person, arrest; arrest supplements; etc.); appears in court to testify as required; photographs traffic accident scenes; re-contacts victims to gather additional information; arrests offenders based on probable cause; maintains patrol vehicle including refueling and performing minor/routine maintenance; observes appropriate radio communications while discussing law enforcement matters with dispatchers.
• Reconstructs accident scenes, including fatalities and serious injuries; presents findings of accidents to District Attorney's office for prosecution; uses proactive, highly visible law enforcement techniques to prevent accidents; safeguards life and property; processes crimes coming into the jurisdiction of the Sheriff's Office; serves as canine patrol officer providing training of canines; answers calls and conducts drug searches, and fugitive tracking; answers domestic violence calls and assists in the mediation of same.
• Identifies drunk or impaired drivers and affects an arrest to remove them from the highways; prepares for court presentation to assist in the positive prosecution of suspects; performs investigation of traffic accidents; collects evidence and property from the scene; draws conclusions as to what happened and the responsible party; protects the residents of Hamilton County through law enforcement activities aimed at eliminating the criminal element from the community.

What This Job Offers

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