Deputy Sheriff I, II or III

Deputy Sheriff I, II or III Job Type: Full Time Eureka, NV Eureka County Sheriff Salary: $28.02 Hourly Position Summary: Responsible for performing a variety of public safety and law enforcement services. Performs law enforcement related activities that include technical and administrative functions. May be assigned to detention, court, or patrol. Essential Functions: Maintains order and security within the detention facility; assesses information and makes decisions regarding inmates; directs and instructs inmates (individually and in groups); monitors and documents behavior of inmates; supervises visitation, exercise, and work programs of inmates. Searches incoming inmates for removal of valuables and contraband; inventories property for secure keeping; conducts interviews and reviews background of inmates to determine appropriate housing assignment and if medical attention is needed; assigns inmates uniforms, supplies; provides orientation to new inmates regarding rules, regulations, and responsibilities; fingerprints and photographs inmates. Prepares written reports and maintains statistics on incidents such as use of force, disturbances, and contraband confiscated; identifies symptoms of possible emotional and physical disorders to make referrals; gives first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Processes incoming and outgoing mail of inmates; ensures inmates receive food and medication. Transports inmates for court appearances, medical appointments, work details, and other facilities. Completes appropriate paperwork upon release of inmates; provides inmates with proper notices and return of personal property and money. Performs security checks of facility and perimeter of facility, cell inspections, shakedowns and search of inmates returning to jail from work detail/court/medical, etc. Enforces and executes civil and criminal processes; serves civil papers, jury summons, and court subpoenas; enforce restraining orders, arrest warrants, and search warrants; prepares for and testifies in court or other legal proceedings. Prepares written reports and completes forms for misdemeanor citations crime reports, requests for service, activity logs, and arrest reports. Conducts criminal investigations; interviews victims, suspects, and witnesses; collects, preserves, and secures evidence from crime scenes; lifts fingerprints; takes photographs; makes sketches and diagrams; conducts searches; arranges for medical/psychological appointments for victims and transports when necessary. Assist in maintaining various tasks of upkeep of detention center. Animal control functions and enforcement. Requirements: Deputy I: High School diploma/GED Must be 21 years of age at time of hire Must be a Citizen of the United States at time of testing for the position Must not have a felony or domestic violence convictions Deputy II: Deputy I requirements Category I Nevada POST Certification One (1) year of law enforcement experience Deputy III: Deputy I and II requirements Category I Advanced Nevada POST Certification. Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam