Sheriff Deputy II (Full-Time)
Cowley College, Winfield, KS, United States
Job Title
Sheriff Deputy II – Full Time, Professional – Winfield, KS, US
Description of Work
Under supervision, performs duties related to the enforcement of federal, state, and county laws, protection of life and property, and assisting the public.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Patrols an assigned area within the county to deter illegal activities, enforce federal, state, and county laws, and protect individuals and property.
Responds to complaints, crimes, disturbances, accidents, and other related situations.
Performs missing persons searches.
Communicates with other agencies.
Performs criminal investigations.
Obtains physical and other evidence and statements necessary for reporting facts and circumstances of incidents, charging individuals with offenses, and conducting follow‑up investigations.
Appears in court to offer testimony.
Meets and confers with attorneys on legal questions.
Obtains search warrants and arrest warrants.
Makes arrests as required.
May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions.
Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records, and logs to report daily activities and specific incidents.
May be assigned to serve civil processes and execute warrants.
Utilizes a word processor; observes, controls, and enforces traffic laws.
Deals with traffic accident situations.
Operates radar and breathalyzer.
Provides counseling to families and individuals in disturbed situations, offers assistance to citizens and visitors including directions and roadside assistance.
Conducts talks with individuals and groups on public safety and law‑enforcement issues.
May work at special events representing the department.
Takes in‑service training to attain and maintain state certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge, or ability to learn, of state and federal statutes and ordinances.
Working knowledge of first aid and medical procedures and practices.
Working knowledge of county geography and surrounding areas, including roads, streets, landmarks, buildings, and similar features.
Some knowledge of the principles and techniques of photography and fingerprinting.
Ability to learn proper law‑enforcement principles, procedures, and practices.
Skill in the use of law‑enforcement vehicles, firearms, breathalyzer, typewriter, related equipment, and practices of self‑defense.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to apply logical thinking to determine a proper course of action quickly.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to perform a high level of sustained physical activity.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to interact effectively with superiors, co‑workers, prisoners, and the public.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or GED; one year of experience involving public contact is preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be certified as a law‑enforcement officer by the state within one year of appointment.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.
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Sheriff Deputy II – Full Time, Professional – Winfield, KS, US
Description of Work
Under supervision, performs duties related to the enforcement of federal, state, and county laws, protection of life and property, and assisting the public.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Patrols an assigned area within the county to deter illegal activities, enforce federal, state, and county laws, and protect individuals and property.
Responds to complaints, crimes, disturbances, accidents, and other related situations.
Performs missing persons searches.
Communicates with other agencies.
Performs criminal investigations.
Obtains physical and other evidence and statements necessary for reporting facts and circumstances of incidents, charging individuals with offenses, and conducting follow‑up investigations.
Appears in court to offer testimony.
Meets and confers with attorneys on legal questions.
Obtains search warrants and arrest warrants.
Makes arrests as required.
May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions.
Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records, and logs to report daily activities and specific incidents.
May be assigned to serve civil processes and execute warrants.
Utilizes a word processor; observes, controls, and enforces traffic laws.
Deals with traffic accident situations.
Operates radar and breathalyzer.
Provides counseling to families and individuals in disturbed situations, offers assistance to citizens and visitors including directions and roadside assistance.
Conducts talks with individuals and groups on public safety and law‑enforcement issues.
May work at special events representing the department.
Takes in‑service training to attain and maintain state certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge, or ability to learn, of state and federal statutes and ordinances.
Working knowledge of first aid and medical procedures and practices.
Working knowledge of county geography and surrounding areas, including roads, streets, landmarks, buildings, and similar features.
Some knowledge of the principles and techniques of photography and fingerprinting.
Ability to learn proper law‑enforcement principles, procedures, and practices.
Skill in the use of law‑enforcement vehicles, firearms, breathalyzer, typewriter, related equipment, and practices of self‑defense.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to apply logical thinking to determine a proper course of action quickly.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to perform a high level of sustained physical activity.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to interact effectively with superiors, co‑workers, prisoners, and the public.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or GED; one year of experience involving public contact is preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be certified as a law‑enforcement officer by the state within one year of appointment.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.
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