Deputy Sheriff-Lateral and Entry Level (Certified)
Adams County Government
Colorado Springs, CO
Deputy Sheriff-Lateral and Entry Level (Certified)
Salary $71,718.78 - $106,282.34 Annually Location Location will vary throughout Adams County, CO Job Type Regular Full-time Department County Sheriff Job Number 2023-04807 Closing Continuous Our Mission Safety, Security and Transparency.
Position classification Onsite Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite. What Success Looks Like In This Job
Mission :
To be a reliable and proactive agency that protects and serves the community equally
Vision :
To provide a trusted and respected service to our community through strong leadership, professionalism, and innovation.
Values :
Dependability, Collaboration, Compassion, Unity
Position Summary :
A Deputy Sheriff is responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crime; apprehension of criminals;
and providing enforcement of laws and ordinances. Depending on staffing needs Deputies will be assigned to the Jail Division or the Patrol Division and may be required to serve at least one (1) year before becoming eligible to apply for transfer to other assignments.
Lateral applicants work history will be reviewed to determine salary within the stated range.
Examples of Duties for Success
Examples of Important and Essential Duties of Jail Deputy :
Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals
Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court;
resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals;
dispense information to those who need it
Prepare variety of reports
Enforce Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities or persons, quell disturbances, arrest violators
Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence
Book in new inmates by receiving inmates from various jurisdictions.
Prepare Inmates for general housing. Prepare Inmates for release from custody
Observe Inmate conduct and behavior
Supervise inmates, escort inmates within detention facility, search inmates and cells for contraband
Inspect locks, windows, bars, grates, doors, for tampering throughout the facility
Rotate between module floor and module tower
Assist in preparing inmates for In-house advisements and court
Transport inmates on medical runs
React effectively and safely in emergency and stressful situations
Participate and complete annual law enforcement driving certification
Participate and complete 16 hours of annual training in the area of P.P.C.T. (Must be certified every quarter)
Participate in training (Quarterly Range Qualification, PPCT, TASER, OC Re-Certification)
Perform Deputy duties at parades, processions, demonstrations, community activities, and sporting events
Perform other duties that are assigned
Examples of Important and Essential Duties of Patrol Deputy
Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals
Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court;
resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals;
dispense information to those who need it
Prepare variety of reports
Enforce Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations
Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities or persons, quell disturbances, arrest violators
Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence
Establish traffic control and Deputy protection at incidents that may attract crowds.
Serve civil papers, court documents, and subpoenas
Participate and complete annual law enforcement driving certification
Participate and complete 16 hours of annual training in the area of P.P.C.T. (Must be certified every quarter)
Participate in training ( Quarterly Range Qualification, PPCT, TASER, OC Re-Certification)
Perform Deputy duties at parades, processions, demonstrations, community activities, and sporting events
Check and report on deficient streetlights, signs, road surfaces and other facilities that serve the public
Perform other duties that are assigned
Qualifications for Success
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements :
Possess a High School Diploma or GED
Must currently be P.O.S.T. Certified
Must be at least 21 years of age
Possess a valid Colorado Drivers' License
Must have vision correctable to 20 / 40
Ability to be assertive and self-motivated
Must meet criteria established by P.O.S.T. if you are a Non-United States Citizens. for more information.
SPECIAL NOTE : For all applicants, this is a reminder of the original job posting where it stated : Applicants may be excluded from further consideration at any point in the hiring process.
By Sheriff’s Office policy, the reasons why an applicant is not selected for hire will not be discussed with the applicant.
There is no flexibility with this policy. If an applicant receives notice of elimination from the hiring process, it simply means the applicant’s qualifications do not fit the Office’s needs at this time.
This determination does not preclude the applicant from applying to other agencies.
More Qualifications for Success 2023 test dates :
Tuesday, April 4
Thursday, April 6
Tuesday, April 18
Tuesday, May 2
Tuesday, May 16
Tuesday, June 6
Tuesday, June 27
A lengthy testing and background process will be utilized to select the most qualified candidates.
Full-time