Deputy Sheriff 1/Deputy Sheriff

Deputy Sheriff Positions

This recruitment is for full-time, non-exempt Deputy Sheriff 1 and Deputy Sheriff positions at the Carson City Sheriff's Office. The positions perform law enforcement and crime prevention work: enforce state and local laws and traffic regulations, perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Sheriff's Office. The positions also preserve the peace, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehend suspects, and respond to assistance calls. The positions can also be responsible for the care and custody of inmates in the Detention Center.

Although recreational marijuana use in Nevada is legal, marijuana usage is illegal on a federal level. Recent use may result in a disqualification.

Deputy Sheriff 1 - Non-POST Certified:

• Must obtain Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Basic Certificate and Nevada P.O.S.T. Category III Basic Certificate within 18 months of employment.
• Salary: $26.4787 - $27.5379 per hour; $55,075.80 - $57,278.78 annually

Deputy Sheriff:

• Must have Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Basic Certificate and/or Nevada P.O.S.T. Category III Basic Certificate at the time of hire.
• Salary: $30.8456 - $39.0294 per hour; $64,158.90 - $81,181.10 annually

The recruitment process will include a written test, an oral interview, a physical agility test, a background investigation, a physical and psychological examination, and a Voice Stress Analysis examination. The POST Physical Fitness Test consists of the following components:

• 14 inch vertical jump
• Illinois Agility Run (19.5 seconds or less)
• 30 sit ups (1 minute or less)
• 23 push-ups (no time limit)
• 300 meter run (68 seconds or less)
• 1.5 mile run/walk (16:57 minutes: seconds or less)

** An eligibility list is being established with this recruitment. All candidates who apply for this position will automatically be placed on an eligibility list for six (6) months, and may be considered for any future vacancies within that time period. **

Examples Of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Assists with the operation of jail facilities including court transportation, classification, booking, release, medical treatment, meals, exercise, personal hygiene, and supervision of inmates while they are incarcerated in the Carson City detention center.
• Assists and interacts with other Sheriff's Office personnel, other City and outside law enforcement organizations and businesses in order to accomplish tasks; maintains the integrity, professionalism, attitudes, positive values and goals of the Sheriff's Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
• Identifies, attends and or conducts training, educational programs and seminars; participates and presents preventive education and information through community and school awareness projects.
• Patrols and provides security for assigned areas looking for illegal, hazardous and suspicious activities and persons; provides scene security and protection for emergency personnel; operates Office vehicles safely, maintains and cleans Office vehicles; pursue and arrest law violators and criminals.
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws and enforces compliance with regulations and ordinances; maintains traffic enforcement through traffic stops via warnings and citations; investigates traffic accidents.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates suspects, communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects; identifies and collects evidence; completes detailed reports and paperwork using good English grammar and spelling; performs search and surveillance duties.
• Represents the Office at court hearings and testifies in court cases; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces child and adult orders of protection.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• Deputy Sheriff: Equivalent to a high school education or GED; AND certification by a Nevada P.O.S.T. police training academy, Category I and/or Category III certification at time of hire.
• Deputy Sheriff 1, Non-POST Certified: Equivalent to a high school education or GED; and certification by a Nevada P.O.S.T. police training academy, Category I & Category III within 18 months of employment.

In addition, no person may be appointed to perform the duties of a peace officer unless he/she:

• Has undergone a complete and documented investigation of his/her background which verifies that the person has good moral character and meets the minimum standards established by the Nevada P.O.S.T. Commission;
• Is a citizen of the United States;
• Is at least 21 years of age at the time of the appointment; and
• Has undergone a medical examination performed by a licensed physician who confirms in writing that no physical condition exists which would adversely affect his/her performance of the duties of a peace officer.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver's license
• Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Basic Certificate and Nevada P.O.S.T. Category III Basic Certificate (Deputy Sheriff)

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of principles and techniques of public relations.
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal laws, statutes, ordinances and court decisions related to police activities.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of effective interrogation.
• Knowledge of criminal investigation principles, practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of weaponry and associated safety practices.
• Knowledge of safety and security policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of first aid and basic CPR methods.
• Knowledge of city geography.
• Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software applications.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Knowledge of techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

• Skill in analyze situations quickly and objectively.
• Skill in determine proper course of action under emergency conditions.
• Skill in working with individuals who have mental health issues.
• Skill in cope with adverse situations firmly, courteously and with respect for individual rights.
• Skill in use of lethal and non-lethal tools.
• Skill in crime scene preservation and collection of evidence.
• Skill in operate vehicle safely and effectively in normal and emergency situations.
• Skill in traverse terrain safely, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Skill in prepare clear concise and accurate reports.
• Skill in reading, writing and speaking Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Skill in treating people with dignity and respect.
• Skill in establish effective working relationships with departmental personnel, public law enforcement agencies, community groups and general public.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Traverse difficult terrain, strength and stamina to physically restrain suspects, running, climbing, standing, squatting, and sitting for prolonged periods of time; occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds, strength to

Deputy Sheriff Positions

This recruitment is for full-time, non-exempt Deputy Sheriff 1 and Deputy Sheriff positions at the Carson City Sheriff's Office. The positions perform law enforcement and crime prevention work: enforce state and local laws and traffic regulations, perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Sheriff's Office. The positions also preserve the peace, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehend suspects, and respond to assistance calls. The positions can also be responsible for the care and custody of inmates in the Detention Center.

Although recreational marijuana use in Nevada is legal, marijuana usage is illegal on a federal level. Recent use may result in a disqualification.

Deputy Sheriff 1 - Non-POST Certified:

• Must obtain Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Basic Certificate and Nevada P.O.S.T. Category III Basic Certificate within 18 months of employment.
• Salary: $26.4787 - $27.5379 per hour; $55,075.80 - $57,278.78 annually

Deputy Sheriff:

• Must have Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Basic Certificate and/or Nevada P.O.S.T. Category III Basic Certificate at the time of hire.
• Salary: $30.8456 - $39.0294 per hour; $64,158.90 - $81,181.10 annually

The recruitment process will include a written test, an oral interview, a physical agility test, a background investigation, a physical and psychological examination, and a Voice Stress Analysis examination. The POST Physical Fitness Test consists of the following components:

• 14 inch vertical jump
• Illinois Agility Run (19.5 seconds or less)
• 30 sit ups (1 minute or less)
• 23 push-ups (no time limit)
• 300 meter run (68 seconds or less)
• 1.5 mile run/walk (16:57 minutes: seconds or less)

** An eligibility list is being established with this recruitment. All candidates who apply for this position will automatically be placed on an eligibility list for six (6) months, and may be considered for any future vacancies within that time period. **

Examples Of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Assists with the operation of jail facilities including court transportation, classification, booking, release, medical treatment, meals, exercise, personal hygiene, and supervision of inmates while they are incarcerated in the Carson City detention center.
• Assists and interacts with other Sheriff's Office personnel, other City and outside law enforcement organizations and businesses in order to accomplish tasks; maintains the integrity, professionalism, attitudes, positive values and goals of the Sheriff's Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
• Identifies, attends and or conducts training, educational programs and seminars; participates and presents preventive education and information through community and school awareness projects.
• Patrols and provides security for assigned areas looking for illegal, hazardous and suspicious activities and persons; provides scene security and protection for emergency personnel; operates Office vehicles safely, maintains and cleans Office vehicles; pursue and arrest law violators and criminals.
• Enforces local, state, and federal laws and enforces compliance with regulations and ordinances; maintains traffic enforcement through traffic stops via warnings and citations; investigates traffic accidents.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates suspects, communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects; identifies and collects evidence; completes detailed reports and paperwork using good English grammar and spelling; performs search and surveillance duties.
• Represents the Office at court hearings and testifies in court cases; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces child and adult orders of protection.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• Deputy Sheriff: Equivalent to a high school education or GED; AND certification by a Nevada P.O.S.T. police training academy, Category I and/or Category III certification at time of hire.
• Deputy Sheriff 1, Non-POST Certified: Equivalent to a high school education or GED; and certification by a Nevada P.O.S.T. police training academy, Category I & Category III within 18 months of employment.

In addition, no person may be appointed to perform the duties of a peace officer unless he/she:

• Has undergone a complete and documented investigation of his/her background which verifies that the person has good moral character and meets the minimum standards established by the Nevada P.O.S.T. Commission;
• Is a citizen of the United States;
• Is at least 21 years of age at the time of the appointment; and
• Has undergone a medical examination performed by a licensed physician who confirms in writing that no physical condition exists which would adversely affect his/her performance of the duties of a peace officer.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver's license
• Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Basic Certificate and Nevada P.O.S.T. Category III Basic Certificate (Deputy Sheriff)

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of principles and techniques of public relations.
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal laws, statutes, ordinances and court decisions related to police activities.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of effective interrogation.
• Knowledge of criminal investigation principles, practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of weaponry and associated safety practices.
• Knowledge of safety and security policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of first aid and basic CPR methods.
• Knowledge of city geography.
• Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software applications.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Knowledge of techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

• Skill in analyze situations quickly and objectively.
• Skill in determine proper course of action under emergency conditions.
• Skill in working with individuals who have mental health issues.
• Skill in cope with adverse situations firmly, courteously and with respect for individual rights.
• Skill in use of lethal and non-lethal tools.
• Skill in crime scene preservation and collection of evidence.
• Skill in operate vehicle safely and effectively in normal and emergency situations.
• Skill in traverse terrain safely, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Skill in prepare clear concise and accurate reports.
• Skill in reading, writing and speaking Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Skill in treating people with dignity and respect.
• Skill in establish effective working relationships with departmental personnel, public law enforcement agencies, community groups and general public.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Traverse difficult terrain, strength and stamina to physically restrain suspects, running, climbing, standing, squatting, and sitting for prolonged periods of time; occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds, strength to

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