Washington State Certified Lateral Deputy Sheriff

Thurston County, WA • Olympia, WA

211d • $6,480 - $8,270

About The Position

The Thurston County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified Lateral Deputy Sheriffs. Applicants must attach a copy of their current and valid law enforcement certification from a recognized and accredited Washington State academy to be considered for this employment opportunity. The position offers a lateral incentive hiring bonus, including 40 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of sick leave upon hire, with a starting annual base salary up to $99,237. Laterals can apply for any open specialty assignments once the 4-week field training is complete.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient with no felony convictions.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Must pass a background investigation, medical and psychological examination, and polygraph test.
• Must have a current and valid Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certificate.
• At least 12-months continuous work experience as a full-time, paid, peace officer with law enforcement authority.
• No more than a 12-month break in service from the most recent law enforcement agency.
• Pass an oral board to assess knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Veterans' Preference status with appropriate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Patrols a designated area of the county in a patrol car and/or on foot to deter and discover crime, do on-the-scene investigations at crime scenes, aid persons in trouble and render other public services as needed.
• Enforces traffic and parking ordinances and investigates accidents; operates a radar unit to discover speed violations.
• Issues citations to violators of state laws and county ordinances; serves warrants of arrest; arrests persons on misdemeanors and felony charges.
• Responds to reports of possible crime and takes action as the situation requires to secure the scene.
• Reports to scenes of accidents; administers emergency first aid and summons aid cars in other patrol units for assistance.
• Investigates and assists drivers in stalled vehicles and pedestrians who appear to be hurt or in trouble.
• Maintains security of the jail and performs guard duty at hospitals and in court.
• Conducts thorough investigations of reported crimes appropriate to their assignments.
• Develops street contacts to obtain information about crimes; maintains contact with paroled criminals and suspects at large.
• Testifies in court.
• May perform specialized duties depending on individual officer's background and ability and the needs of the department.

Benefits

• 40 hours of vacation leave upon hire.
• 40 hours of sick leave upon hire.
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees