Deputy Sheriff

Deputy Sheriff Job Type: Full Time Lancaster, OH Fairfield County Sheriff Ohio Salary: $66,123.20 - $79,622.40 Annually Position Summary: Under general supervision is responsible for patrolling an assigned district and responding to calls for service; may be assigned to the jail; performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: Responds to a wide variety of citizen calls for service, including calls to public schools, which demand a wide variety of actions; Identifies and addresses motor vehicle traffic flow and safety problems; identifies hazards that place citizens at risk, such as damaged or missing stop signs, missing manhole covers, etc.; Identifies and addresses crime patterns on applicable cruiser district(s); Investigates, reports, and properly clears traffic accidents; Communicates with the public, peers, supervisors, and other units in oral and written form via radio, telephone, MDT, computer, and in person; Intervenes in domestic disputes; serves arrest warrants and/or makes arrests; searches persons; transports prisoners and other people; Identifies and collects evidence and preserves crime scenes; conducts stakeouts or surveillance, sometimes in plain clothes; Writes accurate, complete, and legible reports; uses a computer to gather and disseminate information; Handles, uses, and/or shoots firearms; Operates a motor vehicle; Maintains police vehicles and other equipment; Follows court call-in procedures for subpoenas; appears and/or testifies in court; Works with and makes referrals to other agencies; Participates in meetings; works in administrative positions; attends training as required. Requirements: Must be a United States Citizen. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Must have a valid Driver's License and car insurance. Must have an O.P.O.T.A. Certification for Law Enforcement. Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam