Deputy Sheriff

Summary

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office located in Findlay, OH is a law enforcement organization that strives to provide professional services to ensure the safety and security of its citizens, maintain human rights, protect property, and preserve life. The department operates with a philosophy that allows law enforcement and the community residents to work together to prevent and solve crimes.Must be OPOTA certified or actively in the academy.This is full-time work for a deputy sheriff. The Deputy Sheriff will be responsible for enforcing state laws and local ordinances and responding to calls for service, including but not limited to traffic crashes, domestic disputes, burglaries, etc. Uses computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software to determine locations of calls; observes assigned areas to detect suspicious activity; testifies in court; responds to emergencies and backs up other officers as needed; operates firearms, radio, radar, and other police-related equipment; communicates with fellow officers, complainants, suspects, and victims; and serves individuals with warrants, summonses, subpoenas, and other legal notices as issued by the court.BenefitsCompetitive wagesTransfer prior law enforcement service (upon approval)Take home car if you reside in Hancock CountyVacation after 6 monthsCompensated off duty detailsLongevityHealth, vision & dental insuranceFree life insurance policyEmployee assistance programGeneral Deputy Sheriff RequirementsMust have knowledge of state and criminal lawsAble to operate a motor vehicleCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingEffectively deal with the publicReact well in an emergency situationWithstand vigorous physical activityKnowledge of firearms usageWilling to perform shift workWilling to work holidays/weekends and Overtime.General Employment RequirementsHigh school diploma/GEDValid Ohio driver's licensePass extensive background checkNo felony convictionsApplicants subject to drug screening#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office located in Findlay, OH is a law enforcement organization that strives to provide professional services to ensure the safety and security of its citizens, maintain human rights, protect property, and preserve life. The department operates with a philosophy that allows law enforcement and the community residents to work together to prevent and solve crimes.Must be OPOTA certified or actively in the academy.This is full-time work for a deputy sheriff. The Deputy Sheriff will be responsible for enforcing state laws and local ordinances and responding to calls for service, including but not limited to traffic crashes, domestic disputes, burglaries, etc. Uses computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software to determine locations of calls; observes assigned areas to detect suspicious activity; testifies in court; responds to emergencies and backs up other officers as needed; operates firearms, radio, radar, and other police-related equipment; communicates with fellow officers, complainants, suspects, and victims; and serves individuals with warrants, summonses, subpoenas, and other legal notices as issued by the court.BenefitsCompetitive wagesTransfer prior law enforcement service (upon approval)Take home car if you reside in Hancock CountyVacation after 6 monthsCompensated off duty detailsLongevityHealth, vision & dental insuranceFree life insurance policyEmployee assistance programGeneral Deputy Sheriff RequirementsMust have knowledge of state and criminal lawsAble to operate a motor vehicleCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingEffectively deal with the publicReact well in an emergency situationWithstand vigorous physical activityKnowledge of firearms usageWilling to perform shift workWilling to work holidays/weekends and Overtime.General Employment RequirementsHigh school diploma/GEDValid Ohio driver's licensePass extensive background checkNo felony convictionsApplicants subject to drug screening#J-18808-Ljbffr