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10+ years of experience
Performing varied law enforcement duties including investigation of crime. Protection of life and property, enforces laws and ordinances and maintains order. Executes all tasks associated with first responder police services, general patrol duties, and collision investigation. Responds to major crime scene investigations for any death of a violent or suspicious nature, murder, suicide, accident, drug overdose, sexual assaults, and armed robberies. Enforces traffic and criminal laws. Patrols assigned areas in a vehicle and/or on foot. Deter and discover crime, perform investigations, aid persons in trouble, and render other public services. Respond to reports of crime and take action as the situation requires. Interview victims and witnesses, gather evidence and arrest suspects. Investigate suspicious persons, identify and secure evidence, and complete reports. Locate, document, and preserve physical evidence through visual examination, photography, and collection. Develop street contacts and obtain information about crimes, check known and possible stolen property outlets. Testify in court regarding investigations, evidence collected, arrests, and criminal cases referred for charges.
- Served as a Field Training Officer for 14 years while assigned to the Patrol Division.
- Was selected to serve a 3 year rotation in the Detective Division, specifically in the Domestic Violence position due to extensive training and experience in this field.
- Volunteered to serve on the Civil Emergency Response Team (CERT) which response to instances of civil unrest or riot to protect persons and property.
- Volunteered to serve as a Fusion Liaison Officer as a representative of the Sheriff’s Office with the Washington State Fusion Center dealing with information specific to Homeland Security.
0-5 years of experience
Responded to complaints involving domestic relations problems, nuisances, or public disturbances.
- Investigated all elements of the crime; interview witnesses, victims and suspects; gather and marked all physical evidence; responsible for the custody and disposition of all evidence.
- Prepared detailed written records and reports while serving court documents and warrants.
- Created intake assessments and follow ups regarding highly confidential information.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with judges, jail staff, probation / parole officers and courtroom staff.
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for the interpretation and enforcement of local and federal criminal and civil laws
- Researched, analyzed, and interpreted criminal and civil laws aiding in the public law enforcement process
- Maintained a safe environment to conduct court proceedings for judge, jury, and other attendees.
- Recording, coordinating, and logging court proceedings
- Drafted, processed, and served warrants, summonses, subpoenas, civil and other official papers.
- Investigated crimes, interviewed witnesses, complainants, and victims; responsible for gathering physical evidence
- Responsible for the maintenance and production of judicial records and reports detailing intimate daily activities and incidents to include safety and violations.
- Provide and gather pertinent information, by analyzing and interpreting laws, to assist public and law enforcement
0-5 years of experience
Performed all functions related to the booking of arrestees and the processing of criminal registrants
- Cooperated with other law enforcement agencies for matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders
- Delivered and executed civil processes such as writs of attachment, possession and execution, subpoenas, summons and complaints
- Performed public relations and community policing activities to include law
- Served as courthouse security officer
0-5 years of experience
Served as Special Emergency Response Team Leader of ten plus members during incidents such as fights, riots, and medical emergencies. Maintained order; enforced federal and local laws and regulations, while working under high pressure.
- Completed extensive crisis intervention, prevention and de-escalation training programs.
- Maintained, searched and updated several database systems.
- Compiled extensive reports and documentation of clients and team members.
- Supplied timely and pertinent information for analysis by supervisory personnel and other departments in the organization.
6-10 years of experience
As a deputy sheriff I was sworn to provide a safe and secure environment for the residents and visitors of Volusia County through department programs and community policing efforts
- Worked four years as a Deputy II assigned to the Civil Division serving enforceable writs such as evictions, temporary and permanent injunctions, Civil arrest orders, warrants, and exparte orders.
- Have received two Commendation Awards for work with the Florida Sheriff’s Association and the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches.
- Completed over 650 hours of comprehensive training to become and stay certified as a Deputy Sheriff.
- Worked as a Deputy II specially trained for court security for 4 years.
- Six months as call taker in communications/dispatch center taking emergency 911 and non-emergency calls and entering call information for dispatch for fire, medical, and police.
0-5 years of experience
- Supervised custody of 700 inmates in the largest pre-trial adult detention facility in Minnesota.
- Technical support for staff with computer issues; Windows 7, Office 2010 and other software.
- Provided first line security to the Public Safety Facility and court facilities at Weapons Screening.
- Developed and revised multiple forms for the Adult Detention Center to enhance productivity and streamline processes within the facility and the transportation of inmates to other facilities.
6-10 years of experience
Guarded inmates in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Completed security checks, and inspected locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering.
- Documented situations that were not consistent with the routine operations.
- Assisted fellow officers during incidents, and executed emergency plans in emergency situations.
- Observed conduct and activities of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes.
- Transported or escorted prisoners to medical facilities.
- Performed daily inmate counts, and personal and cell searches, as needed.
- Maintained post log books and brief relieving deputy on all conditions of the post and of events that took place during the shift.
- Ensured all paperwork, report, logs, logs and memos were properly typed.
0-5 years of experience
Appointed as field training officer for new employees on standard operating procedures and daily operations of the correctional facility.
- Responsible for safety and security of of 100 inmates in a housing unit at a time, ensuring 100 percent accountability.
- Investigates all incidents within assigned housing unit, and writes in-depth detailed reports to submit to supervisors.
- Conducts security rounds twice an hour in accordance with Department of Corrections regulations.
- Conducts thorough searches and sweeps of housing unit for contraband or any unauthorized items and weapons.
- Attended deputy sheriff training academy.
- Attended taser certification course.
6-10 years of experience
Provided general community policing services
- Responsible for access control for various institution
- Utilized CCTV to observe public areas of the courthouse and reported suspicious behavior
- Operated metal detector scanner and wands to screen courthouse visitors
- Identified, observed, and reported suspicious behavior
- Accurately and efficiently completed documentation and reports
- Prepared testimony and testified in court
- Conducted evictions
6-10 years of experience
Closely monitor and patrol the County, enforcing laws, maintaining order, protecting lives and properties, and preventing crime.
- Responded to requests for law enforcement, arresting violators and booking charges if necessary.
- Conducted investigations of criminal cases, gathering, analyzing, and preserving facts and evidence.
- Trained incoming Deputy Sheriffs through field training program, patrolling the County with junior officers and mentoring as needed.
- Given additional duties in training responses to hostage situations, high-risk warrant situations, search and rescue operations, covert operations, undercover missions, crowd control, and rural searches.
- Served as first line supervisor as patrol Corporal
- Served as department instructor for control and defensive tactics
6-10 years of experience
Prepared inmates for transportation to various locations throughout the jail, including, but not limited to, court appointments, GED classes, and medical services.
- Communicated verbally and effectively by listening to people and by giving information, directions, and commands.
- Made critical decisions as necessary regarding emergency situations and apprehension techniques.
- Prepared accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
- Maintained control of each post worked during a shift to include documentation and safety inspections.
0-5 years of experience
Supervised an inmate housing unit by monitoring day to day operations such as security, food service, recreation, work assignments and movement throughout the facility
- Managed inmate behavior by documenting their actions and using conflict resolution strategies to resolve issues
- Documented incidents that occurred in the housing unit on the department’s database as well as daily activities and any changes to an inmate’s profile
- Responsible for the safety and security of approximately 50 inmates in a housing unit
6-10 years of experience
District 3 – Field Training Officer
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and monitor possible criminal activity and interrogate suspicious persons
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance
- Investigated incidents for civil or criminal law violations
- Apprehended and arrested suspected law violators to ensure public safety
- Testified in court to provide an accurate account of investigation findings
- Trained newly hired recruits
0-5 years of experience
Perform normal patrol duties as a Sheriff Deputy of Bond County of 400 square miles
- Clean and maintain a squad car (take home) provided by department.
- Enforce criminal law and vehicle code in accordance with Illinois Compiled Statues (ILCS)
- Work in coordination with municipal departments in Bond County and Illinois State Police.
- Maintain and remain proficient with department issued sidearm, shotgun, and assault rifle.
0-5 years of experience
Served court orders, warrants, civil processes, citations, and summons.
- Prepared detailed case reports for investigative and reporting purpose.
- Investigated cases by communicating with the public to help solve crime
- Stayed vigilant in communities in the county to prevent crime.
- Transported prisoners to prisons within North Carolina for safekeeping or sentencing.
- Transported special needs patients to various facilities for evaluation and/or treatment.
- Provided courtroom security for domestic, juvenile, criminal and civil-based cases.
0-5 years of experience
Monitor the inmates and security of the facility.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment from my fellow co-workers as well as the inmates.
- Transported inmates to and from many locations such as court, to another county, or to another facility.
- Monitored security feed from central location and initial duty post.
- Worked in inmate processing doing fingerprints, photos, DNA, and collected personal records of the inmate.
6-10 years of experience
Served in Central Booking – processing, supervising, transporting arrestees.
- Served in Courts Division – providing protective services to Judges and Court personnel, maintaining order, transporting and supervision of inmates for court.
- Service of Arrest Warrants in Court House and on Warrant Details as assigned.
- Writing detailed crime and incident reports, arrest and prosecution of offenders, Court appearances.
- Member of the Honor Guard.
- Awards and Medals – Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Public Service Award, Special Achievement Award, Honor Guard, Pistol Qual, Shotgun, Qual.
0-5 years of experience
Supervised the security of inmates and monitors the activities by random security checks
- Ensured all paperwork, reports, logs, forms and memos are typed daily
- Communicated effectively with other officers via two-way radio
- Assisted the public and professionals with comments and concerns
- Restricted movement to security areas through operation of manually secured doors
- Inventoried emergency equipment and checked for fire and safety hazards
- Received inmates and processes upon arrival and performed inmate count
- Performed inmate personal searches and cell searches
- Secures outside perimeter of jail and prevents flow of contraband
- Performed inmate transport to locations outside the jail such as clinics
10+ years of experience
Officer in Charge supervising 5-10 correction officers
- Provided for the care, custody and control of inmates at the Middleton House of Corrections.
- Monitored activities of 80-120 inmates under different levels of security.
- Interacted with inmates, answering questions and granting permission for certain activities.
- Accompanied inmates to off-property appointments, such as medical appointments.
- Carried firearms when necessary.
- Frequently assigned to Primary Response Team to contain disruptive inmates.
- Served as deputy sheriff on road details for state and municipal assignments.
0-5 years of experience
Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations
- Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
- Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.
- Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
- Maintain a safe work environment at all times
- 2013 Harrison County Bureau of Emergency Services Sherlock Holmes Award Winner
6-10 years of experience
Consistently adhere to strict compliance with established governmental regulations regarding all activities.
- Implement procedures to completely book inmates into facility.
- Ensure proper processing of documents for admittance and release of inmates and detainees.
- Interview inmates and detainees and document specific information on all involved individuals.
- Prepare reports on incidents and enforce violations with write-ups.
- Contribute to efficient search for contraband and handle evidence in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Accompany inmates and detainees to court appearances, medical appointments and other areas as designated.
- Conduct parameter surveillance while protecting human beings and property at assigned facility.
6-10 years of experience
Assists with securing and overseeing care and well-being of male and female offenders.
- Observe the conduct and behaviors of inmates to maintain control, discipline, and security.
- Supervise offenders during meals, recreation, and work assignments.
- Conduct searches and daily head counts.
- Prepare narrative incident and disciplinary reports.
- Responds to emergency situations.
- Able to use two-way radios effectively
- Communicates information effectively through the chain of command.
0-5 years of experience
Drive vehicles or patrol specific areas to detect law violators, issue citations, and make arrests.
- Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
- Execute arrest warrants, locating and taking persons into custody.
- Take control of accident scenes to maintain traffic flow, to assist accident victims, and to investigate causes.
- Serve statements of claims, subpoenas, summonses, jury summonses, orders to pay alimony, and other court orders.
- Transport or escort prisoners and defendants en route to courtrooms, prisons or jails, attorneys’ offices, or medical facilities.
- Locate and confiscate real or personal property, as directed by court order.
- Manage jail operations and tend to jail inmates.
6-10 years of experience
Prepared disciplinary reports and folders for filing documents.
- Received and distributed incoming and outgoing mail.
- Prepared documents using Microsoft Office and Excel.
- Answered multi-line telephone and routed calls to designated departments.
10+ years of experience
Supervised staff and inmates of the workhouse, court liaison and court transport.
- Monitor courtroom with law enforcement arrest and service process.
- Ensure personnel safety for the judge, court representatives, inmates and the public.
- Responsible for ensuring client pays court fines and forfeitures.
- Maintain inmate files and court documents, and transports.
- Coordinates inmate transfers from Jail to Court for court appearance.
- Serve as facility Training Officer and CPR certified first responder.
10+ years of experience
Manage all aspects of court security which is comprised of security and direction for the general public, regulate inmate movement to/from court appearances within the facility, oversee inmate holding areas, maintain courtroom decorum, and safeguard all courthouse entrances
- Operate the Central Command Center which requires radio dispatch for all internal units, dispatching emergency response situations (i.e., fire, bomb threats, security breaches, etc.)
- Dispatch non-emergency information and continuous communication with external law enforcement agencies.
- Provide administrative support to the Chief and Lieutenant of the court facility
- Schedule training for Sheriff’s Office personnel of the district
- Maintain personnel work schedules to ensure adequate coverage for a 24 hour operation
- Public relations, emergency evacuation planning and clerical duties
- Safeguard and counsel children ages (7-17) in the juvenile court system
10+ years of experience
- Corrections Officer, Court Deputy, Patrol Deputy in extremely hazardous community
- Organized Crime Unit Detective
- The last 15 years were spent as a Deputy Sheriff and Detective; trained newly hired employees in each position held.
- Additional training in Interviewing, Interrogation, handling of Informants and surveillance.
- Sinclair Community College, Dayton, Ohio.
- [company name] Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy.
0-5 years of experience
Investigate all complaints assigned to her and accidents including taking photographs, collecting and preserving
evidence, providing emergency first aid whenever necessary
- Keep records and writes/dictates complete, accurate and concise reports
- Effectively utilizes a Mobile Data Terminal for informational and investigative purposes
- Serves civil process as directed and as a courthouse security officer
- Directs traffic and performs law enforcement duties at special events
- Attends court whenever necessary as witness or otherwise
- Attends schools and in-services as directed, successfully attaining passing grades
6-10 years of experience
- Graduated from Basic Peace Officer’s Academy with certificate of Highest Academic Achievement
- Assignment to Court Services Bureau (Maintained safety / security of courthouse and assigned courtroom)
- Recognized by supervision for superior work ethics – Appointed as Court Training Officer
- Assigned to Patrol Services Bureau (Respond to dispatched calls for service / emergency response incidents)
- Acknowledged by administration for excellent work production – Appointed as Field Training Officer
- Conduct daily criminal investigations
- Extensive report writing / preparation (numerous written commendations for superior writing abilities)
6-10 years of experience
- Provided high quality customer service in both normal and high stress environments
- Managed emergency incidents while ensuring the safety of property and persons
- Investigated incidents to determine what type of legal action needed to be taken while conforming to laws and agency policies
- Supervised new and existing employees
- Created and provided trainings to new and existing employees
- Interacted with all levels of supervision to reach the common goal of providing professional law enforcement services to the community
- Generated and entered detailed reports into a computer based document management system
- Communicated daily with other employees via telephone, email and face to face conversations
- Interacted with other Public Safety Agencies daily to achieve the goal of a safe and secure environment for the public
- Assessed problems and created solutions to those problems with little or no guidance
0-5 years of experience
Perform patrol checks for businesses and known problem areas
- Enforce traffic laws
- Serve Civil papers to include: rent, protective order, peace order
- Serve warrants
- Respond to various calls for service to include: burglaries, domestic violence, 911 hang ups, residential and commercial alarms
- Completed Baltimore County Police Academy December 2013
- Taser certified
0-5 years of experience
Guarded incarcerated inmates in a pod-like structure.
- Assisted other deputies in emergency situations.
- Transported inmates to and from medical facilities.
- Patrolled my assigned beat.
- Responded to dispatched calls within a timely manner.
0-5 years of experience
Enforcement of State and Local laws
- Implemented sound independent judgement in high risk conditions
- Conducted investigations into possible crimes
- Filled and briefed reports on investigations
0-5 years of experience
Conducted patrol
- Performed traffic stops
- Responded to civil/emergency calls
- Conducted building searches
- Aided in criminal investigations
0-5 years of experience
Main Complex constructed with an inmate capacity of 456 maximum security beds. In addition reduced custody was developed to afford the inmates opportunity to learn a trade while in custody. In 2007 direct supervision was created to enable the deputies to interact with inmates to promote positive behavior
- Supervised inmates while escorting to and from booking, during meal times, recreation and medication rounds.
- Write narrative reports describing events that had happened such as confidential reports, incident reports, and special observation reports.
- Delivered instructional safety and security guidelines for 40+ individuals on a daily basis.
10+ years of experience
Provide excellent citizen support by protecting life and property. Being visible to help discourage crime. Able to make decisions quickly and accurately. Ability to supervise and direct peoples under my authority. Maintains a high standard of awareness and attention to detail. Ability to respond to emergency situations in a safe and timely manner, create detailed reports, and work with little supervision. Maintains training requirements set by POST.
- Protect life and property.
- Attention to details.
- Create excellent relationships throughout the community.
- Enjoy the outdoors.
- Enjoy helping others.
0-5 years of experience
Enforce North Carolina General Statutes, Bertie County ordinances, and ordinances from townships within Bertie County.
- Serve Criminal and Civil process, making arrests when necessary and complete arrest and incident reports.
- Conduct preliminary investigations to include detecting and collecting evidence preserving proper chain of custody.
- Obtain Information in criminal investigations by interviewing and obtaining statements from victims, witnesses, suspects, and informants
- Testify in Criminal, Civil, and Administrative hearings.
- Acting Supervisor (Corporal) on shift. Enforcing policy, procedure, and documenting performance of subordinates.
- Train new Deputies on policy, procedure, job duties and responsibilities.
- Assigned as K-9 unit.
- Conduct Bailiff duties for court.
0-5 years of experience
Provide for the safety and security of the facility through direct supervision
- Directly supervise up to 94 individuals charged with various types and degrees of criminal offenses
- Learned and became proficient with the Offender Management System (OMS)
- Keep accurate logs of activities in the ward
- Perform perimeter searches and interior checks in order to ensure the security of the facility
- Perform housing inspections and shakedowns in an effort to keep contraband out of the facility
6-10 years of experience
As a Deputy Sheriff, my duties include all aspects of law enforcement.
- I conduct criminal investigations, utilizing interview and communication techniques, along with various forms of technology and gathering of physical evidence.
- I conduct motor vehicle accident investigations to determine the actions and movement of vehicles.
- NCIC/III checks provide assistance in identification of suspects.
- I am a Crisis/Hostage Negotiator for the SWAT team.
- While assigned as a Home Confinement Officer, I tracked and monitored criminal offenders through the use of GPS tracking devices.
0-5 years of experience
Oversee jail facilities and inmates ensuring orderly and efficient operations.
- Respond to emergent situations including fires, assaults, and other security.
- Transport/escort prisoners
- Receive, search, process, and monitor inmates.
- Analyze surveillance of jail and identified facility and staff vulnerabilities.
- Control public access to jail facilities
- Perform administrative functions in support of jail operations as needed.
6-10 years of experience
- Deputy Sheriff – Assigned to Court Services at Cherokee County Justice Center- 10/06 to 10/11
- Detention Officer – Assigned to the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center – 10/03 to 10/06
- Certified Law Enforcement/Peace Officer – (PBLE041686S) (GA)
- Certified Detention Officer – (PBJA041686S) (GA)
- Certified C.P.R. /A.E.D./ First Aid
- Certified in React Shock Belt
- US Marshals Service Court Security Training – (USMS CSS #002)
10+ years of experience
Secure and maintain public safety.
- Take control of accident scenes, maintain traffic flow, assist accident victims, and investigate causes.
- Drive vehicles or patrol specific areas to detect law violators, issue citations, and make arrests.
- Manage jail operations and tend to jail inmates.
- Record daily activities, submit logs and other related reports.
- Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
- Patrol and guard county courthouses, hospitals to provide security, enforce laws and maintain order.
- Question individuals entering secure areas. Directing and rerouting individuals as necessary.
6-10 years of experience
Field Training Officer
- Patrol residential neighborhoods and businesses
- Investigate misdemeanor crimes
- Apprehend and process violators of the law
- Monitor traffic and write citations for traffic violations
- Write incident reports
- Trained on how to detect and prosecute person suspected of driving under the Influence
- Enforced the speed laws as well as other violations in accordance to Georgia Title 40, Motor Vehicles and Traffic
0-5 years of experience
Ensuring the safety and security of citizens, visitors and business owners by monitoring 1200 sq. miles of neighborhoods and communities for criminal activity
- Responding/following up on calls and conducting criminal investigations
- Prosecute criminal and traffic cases
- Developing and maintaining a good working relationship with community.
6-10 years of experience
Investigation – Conduct both criminal and motor vehicle investigations on a daily basis.
- Taking Reports – Documentation of all investigation to ensure that all information is properly passed on to the department or the courts.
- Evidence Collection – Follow strict evidentiary guidelines to ensure that critical evidence is not compromised and follows the proper chain of custody.
- Interviewing – Taking statements from victims, suspects, and witnesses to determine what has happened in each situation.
- Court Room Testimony – Done so in a professional manner, while following my code of ethics as a Law Enforcement Officer.
- Traffic Safety Unit (Crash Team) – This is a specialized unit where we investigate all serious injury or fatal motor vehicle accidents in our jurisdiction. This unit’s work is done in addition to our normal duty as patrol officers.
- Background Investigation – Given the responsibility of reviewing applicants through a lengthy hiring process to determine if they meet the strict hiring standards. This would include criminal checks, financial checks, interviews, etc.
6-10 years of experience
- Basic Law Enforcement Duties of Road Patrol
- Respond to 911 and Service Calls as well as Preventive Patrol, Speed Detection and Enforcement
- Preform Preliminary Investigations and Enforce State and Local Laws
- Swat Operator
- K-9 Handler
0-5 years of experience
Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, doors, at the facility, in order to ensure that they will prevent escapes.
- Monitor conduct of inmates, according to policies, regulations, and procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence.
- Do regular jail checks twice an hour to ensure head count is correct, and inmates are following the jail regulations as stated in there hand books.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy work place in accordance to the DOC (Department Of Corrections) guide lines.
- Keep a very detailed time log of all movement of inmates from area to area.
- Settle disputes between inmates.
- Issue clothing, tools, and other authorized items to inmates.
- Serve meals and distribute commissary items to inmates.
- Use handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among inmates.
0-5 years of experience
- Operated as a Sworn Deputy Sheriff for the Portsmouth City Jail.
- Maintained the security of the Inmates on each Jail floor.
- Responsible for Maintaining the up keep of each floors log book and the feeding of each
- Transported Inmates to and from the Medical Department for Medical Appointments
- Transported Inmates to the visiting area to visit with their families.
Deputy Sheriff Duties and Responsibilities
The duties assigned to a Deputy Sheriff are often many and varied. There are some common tasks most Deputy Sheriffs can expect to undertake though, regardless of where they work. A review of current job listings identified the following primary tasks and responsibilities.
Conduct Patrols Patrolling neighborhoods to ensure the safety and well-being of the citizens is one of the main duties of many Deputy Sheriffs. While patrolling they may perform traffic stops, issue citations, respond to calls, or assist the public in any other manner necessary. Some Deputy Sheriffs work solo, while others work as partners. For many Deputy Sheriffs, patrol work will be a daily duty.
Book and Process Prisoners Deputy Sheriffs are often tasked with performing the duties related to booking and processing new prisoners. This may include performing searches, processing fingerprints and establishing suspects’ ID, logging suspects’ belongings into inventory and preparing and filing documentation. Depending on the setup of the Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Sheriffs may perform these tasks for inmates they personally arrest, or may spend a shift performing these duties for all incoming prisoners.
Crime Scene Investigation Deputy Sheriffs are often the first one to arrive on a crime scene and must protect the scene from any tampering or loss of evidence. They may be required to tape off the area, setup barriers, perform crowd control or collect and process evidence. They may also interview witnesses or canvass the neighborhood for possible witnesses.
Deputy Sheriff Skills
Honesty and trustworthiness are important traits for the Deputy Sheriff to possess. They should also enjoy helping others and be great problem solvers. They should work well under pressure and have strong critical reasoning skills. In addition to these traits, employers look for applicants with the following skillsets. Core skills: Based on job listings we looked at, employers want Deputy Sheriff with these core skills. Focus on the following, if you wish to become a Deputy Sheriff.
- Passing physical and psychological exams
- Proficiency with common computer programs, such as Microsoft Office and Excel
- Knowledge of criminal, civil and probate laws
- Police academy training or its equivalent
Advanced skills: While most employers did not require the following skills, multiple job listings included them as preferred. Add these to your skillset and broaden your career options.
- Corrections Certification
- Fluent in additional languages
Deputy Sheriff Resources
There are additional resources available on the Web for those interested in working in the law enforcement field. We searched the internet and found these links full of learning opportunities and the latest industry news. On the Web
Police Magazine – A magazine dedicated to providing the police community with articles about safety, training, technology, and industry news. The magazine is offered in print and digital formats and their website offers wonderful law enforcement resources.
American Police Beat – This is one of the highest circulated and read magazines for police professionals in the nation. With useful articles and plenty of resources, this is a great investment for those interested in police work. Twitter
@LACyberCop – Follow Tony Moore, an L.A. County Deputy Sheriff and professional instructor and speaker, to learn about the latest news and trends in the police field as well as get inspiration.
@DeputyPaul1 – Get a glimpse of what it’s like to work as a Deputy Sheriff in the parks bureau by following Paul Schrader. Deputy Schrader works for the L.A. County Sheriff’s department working exclusively in the L.A. County parks. Deputy Sheriff Books
Introduction to Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice – This text provides a comprehensive look at everything an officer of the law should know about law enforcement and the criminal justice system.
300 Deputy Sheriff Exam: Questions and Answers – A wonderful resource for those seeking certification as a Deputy Sheriff, this guidebook provides questions and answers to the many areas covered on most exams.
400 Things Cops Should Know: Street-Smart Lessons from a Veteran Patrolman – Ever wonder what the day to day life of
patrol officer is like? This book can answer that question and provide insights and tips for thriving and surviving a career as an officer of the law. Industry Groups Association for Deputy Sheriffs – ADS is a non-profit charitable organization created to support Deputy Sheriffs by providing education, training, safety protocols, and donations to families of fallen officers.
National Sheriffs’ Association – The NSA was established in 1940 and serves the Office of Sheriff and its employees by offering state of the art training, education programs, and resources for officers.
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