Summary
Position ConceptThe Part-Time Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, limb and property. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff is a paid part-time Law Enforcement Officer appointed by the Sheriff. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff is a sworn member who possesses all the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities incumbent upon the position of an entry level deputy sheriff.The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.Employee BenefitsDirect Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay ChecksFRS RetirementFree Employee GymEssential FunctionsTestify at trials, hearings, Grand juriesTestify at depositionServe subpoenasServe injunctions for protectionServe Baker Acts - court orderedPrepare original/supplemental reportsMaintain issued equipmentMaintain firearmsInspect and maintain patrol vehicleMaintain attendance recordsFile complaint affidavits/notice to appearReview Statutes, Ordinances, directivesReview *BOLOs, requests, agreementsMaintain personal notesMaintain gas logMaintain, review manuals and filesPrepare correspondenceCollect latent fingerprintsPhotograph persons, evidenceConfiscate vehicles or propertySecure evidenceSeize or confiscate illegal substancesSecure found or acquired propertyInterview victims/witnesses/informantsInterview suspectsComplete field interrogation reportsInvestigate crimes against the stateInvestigate property crimesInitiate persons crimes investigationInitiate death investigationSearch buildings or groundsConduct active patrol in assigned areaConduct frisk or pat down searchPursue vehiclesRespond to rescue situationsConduct felony stopRespond to bomb threatsRespond to civil unrest or riotsCounsel persons involved in disputesRespond to alarm callsConduct self-initiated arrestControl disorderly or irate personsServe arrest warrantTransport inmate or arresteeLocate or retrieve bodyExamine abandoned vehiclesEstablish field informantsEscort funeralConduct dwelling/ground checkProvide information and referralsInvestigate/isolate hazardous materialsAssist special needs personsAssist other agenciesWarn citizens of environmental dangersProvide security for special functionsConduct traffic stop/operate controlsConduct DUI investigationsConduct parking enforcementConduct traffic crash investigationEducation, Professional Certification or LicenseHigh School or GEDValid Florida driver's licenseState of Florida, Basic Recruit, Certificate of Compliance after completion of training in accordance with *CJSTCSuccessful maintenance of proficiency in all mandatory in-service training as delineated in General Order 33.5Successful completion of the Polk County Sheriff's Office Street Training Evaluation ProgramProfessional ExperiencePrior law enforcement experience is preferredEnvironmental ConditionsWork may involve rotating 12 hour shiftsPhysical acts requiring strength and endurance may be requiredWorks during inclement weatherInvolves exposure to dangerous and sometimes life threatening situations, events or personsWorks under extreme varying degrees of stressSubject to call 24 hours a daySome exposure to morbid crime scenes involving the human bodyWorks with a firearm and other required weaponsWorks with a great deal of autonomy requiring discretion and field decision-makingMay have to inflict bodily harm or kill another human beingKnowledge ofPCSO policy and proceduresFlorida State StatutesCriminal Justice SystemGeographical areaResistance/Control ContinuumRadio codes, signals, identificationsCase Reporting ManualManufacture's standardsIssue weapon nomenclatureSurfaces conducive to fingerprintingFingerprinting techniquesAppearance of fingerprintsCamera operationEvidence handling*RICOTypes of evidenceEvidence collectionIllegal substance appearanceNarcotics field test proceduresOfficer safety techniquesCase lawDomestic violence proceduresChild/elderly abuse proceduresSpecialty team proceduresArea characteristicsFirst aid/CPRCrowd control techniquesHuman anatomyFirearm safety proceduresPublic safety concernsBuilding/area search techniquesMobile field force systemDefensive techniquesReference dataSupport units availableCommunity servicesReferral sourcesSocial and public assistance agenciesAbnormal behaviorSpecial function requirementsRoadblock equipmentEffects of intoxicants/drugsField sobriety testingCrash investigationAbility toDraw diagramsOperate public address systemConduct pat down/search for weaponsFollow commandsRecognize basic signs and causes of deathDisassemble and reassemble firearmComprehend questionsOperate a motor vehicleRead and write EnglishUse approved defensive weaponsComprehend instructionsPerform minor vehicle maintenanceRead gauges and odometersOperate calculatorEvaluateRead a mapComprehendOperate cameraOperate tape recorderListen and understandDetect suspicious activityIdentify makes
Job Description
Position ConceptThe Part-Time Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, limb and property. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff is a paid part-time Law Enforcement Officer appointed by the Sheriff. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff is a sworn member who possesses all the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities incumbent upon the position of an entry level deputy sheriff.The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.Employee BenefitsDirect Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay ChecksFRS RetirementFree Employee GymEssential FunctionsTestify at trials, hearings, Grand juriesTestify at depositionServe subpoenasServe injunctions for protectionServe Baker Acts - court orderedPrepare original/supplemental reportsMaintain issued equipmentMaintain firearmsInspect and maintain patrol vehicleMaintain attendance recordsFile complaint affidavits/notice to appearReview Statutes, Ordinances, directivesReview *BOLOs, requests, agreementsMaintain personal notesMaintain gas logMaintain, review manuals and filesPrepare correspondenceCollect latent fingerprintsPhotograph persons, evidenceConfiscate vehicles or propertySecure evidenceSeize or confiscate illegal substancesSecure found or acquired propertyInterview victims/witnesses/informantsInterview suspectsComplete field interrogation reportsInvestigate crimes against the stateInvestigate property crimesInitiate persons crimes investigationInitiate death investigationSearch buildings or groundsConduct active patrol in assigned areaConduct frisk or pat down searchPursue vehiclesRespond to rescue situationsConduct felony stopRespond to bomb threatsRespond to civil unrest or riotsCounsel persons involved in disputesRespond to alarm callsConduct self-initiated arrestControl disorderly or irate personsServe arrest warrantTransport inmate or arresteeLocate or retrieve bodyExamine abandoned vehiclesEstablish field informantsEscort funeralConduct dwelling/ground checkProvide information and referralsInvestigate/isolate hazardous materialsAssist special needs personsAssist other agenciesWarn citizens of environmental dangersProvide security for special functionsConduct traffic stop/operate controlsConduct DUI investigationsConduct parking enforcementConduct traffic crash investigationEducation, Professional Certification or LicenseHigh School or GEDValid Florida driver's licenseState of Florida, Basic Recruit, Certificate of Compliance after completion of training in accordance with *CJSTCSuccessful maintenance of proficiency in all mandatory in-service training as delineated in General Order 33.5Successful completion of the Polk County Sheriff's Office Street Training Evaluation ProgramProfessional ExperiencePrior law enforcement experience is preferredEnvironmental ConditionsWork may involve rotating 12 hour shiftsPhysical acts requiring strength and endurance may be requiredWorks during inclement weatherInvolves exposure to dangerous and sometimes life threatening situations, events or personsWorks under extreme varying degrees of stressSubject to call 24 hours a daySome exposure to morbid crime scenes involving the human bodyWorks with a firearm and other required weaponsWorks with a great deal of autonomy requiring discretion and field decision-makingMay have to inflict bodily harm or kill another human beingKnowledge ofPCSO policy and proceduresFlorida State StatutesCriminal Justice SystemGeographical areaResistance/Control ContinuumRadio codes, signals, identificationsCase Reporting ManualManufacture's standardsIssue weapon nomenclatureSurfaces conducive to fingerprintingFingerprinting techniquesAppearance of fingerprintsCamera operationEvidence handling*RICOTypes of evidenceEvidence collectionIllegal substance appearanceNarcotics field test proceduresOfficer safety techniquesCase lawDomestic violence proceduresChild/elderly abuse proceduresSpecialty team proceduresArea characteristicsFirst aid/CPRCrowd control techniquesHuman anatomyFirearm safety proceduresPublic safety concernsBuilding/area search techniquesMobile field force systemDefensive techniquesReference dataSupport units availableCommunity servicesReferral sourcesSocial and public assistance agenciesAbnormal behaviorSpecial function requirementsRoadblock equipmentEffects of intoxicants/drugsField sobriety testingCrash investigationAbility toDraw diagramsOperate public address systemConduct pat down/search for weaponsFollow commandsRecognize basic signs and causes of deathDisassemble and reassemble firearmComprehend questionsOperate a motor vehicleRead and write EnglishUse approved defensive weaponsComprehend instructionsPerform minor vehicle maintenanceRead gauges and odometersOperate calculatorEvaluateRead a mapComprehendOperate cameraOperate tape recorderListen and understandDetect suspicious activityIdentify makes
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