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The SAS Transport Deputy engages in specialized work for the Department
of States Attorneys and Sheriffs (SAS) and is hosted by a local Sheriffs
Department for law enforcement supervision purposes. This role involves
the safe and secure transportation of prisoners, justice-involved
persons, and court-involved juveniles to and from court, court-related
hearings, or other facilities as ordered by the court. SAS Transport
Deputies may also be assigned to perform extradition work and other
duties as permitted by policy or approved, or directed, by the SAS
Executive Director. While the SAS Executive Director holds the authority
to determine job duties, allocate transport deputy positions, and assign
them to county Sheriffs offices, the SAS Transport Deputy is managed,
for law enforcement purposes, by the county Sheriff hosting the SAS
Transport Deputy. The work also includes assisting other Sheriffs
offices with court-ordered transports when requested or, as directed by
the SAS Executive Director, or the hosting Sheriff, assisting with
statewide transport needs.
The position is normally scheduled to work Monday through Friday.
However, the starting and finishing times each workday, as well as the
specific days of the workweek, are directed by the Sheriff, as approved
by SAS, to meet the needs of transports, extraditions, or other
authorized assignments. The SAS Transport Deputy must successfully adapt
to variations in the daily schedule and manage the pressure associated
with transporting individuals who may be experiencing anxiety and stress
related to their court or case adjudication. Consequently, incumbents
must have excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrate empathy, emotional
intelligence, and maturity, and maintain professional behavior and
self-composure under stressful situations. Additionally, Transport
Deputies are expected to establish positive and collaborative working
relationships with other Sheriffs offices, the 14 States Attorneys
offices, the Vermont Judiciary, the Departments of Corrections, Mental
Health, and Children and Families, the Vermont State Police, and other
law enforcement, state, federal, and community partners.
The SAS Transport Deputy must follow all policies, rules, and protocols
of the State, the Department of SAS, and the hosting Sheriff, including
the SAS Transport Policy. To ensure accurate payment and departmental
reimbursement, the SAS Transport Deputy is required to complete and
submit accurate timesheets, report all hours and leave time, and timely
log all transportation data into any systems provided by the Sheriff or
SAS. Deputies must account for all work performed during State-paid
hours. If no transports or related duties are scheduled, the Transport
Deputy may assist the Sheriff with general law enforcement services
within the county, in accordance with SAS Department Policy.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations, and to
make appropriate decisions. Ability to carry out duties with accuracy
and attention to detail. Ability to perform tasks in a professional
manner and maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to respectfully interact with co-workers, supervisors, person(s)
in transport, the public and partner organizations.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy,
emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with
vulnerable populations. Ability to use Microsoft Office and the
transportation manager IT system(s).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of
Vermont laws and ability to correctly apply them as they relate to
Transport Deputy work tasks.
Environmental Factors: Incumbent can expect significant travel
throughout the year includingduring inclement weather. Work hours and
daily schedule is dependent upon the transport needs and the court, and
one can anticipate delays based upon the courts schedules. In addition,
there is stress related to the transportation of inmates which may
include the potential for physical altercations, medical emergencies,
transporting individuals who may be a mental health crisis or suffering
from physical ailments, and who may become agitated and emotional based
upon court outcomes. Incumbent must be able to drive, sit or stand for
long periods of time. May be required to come in for call-ins for
unexpected transports or extradition issues.
Minimum Qualifications: To qualify for the position, candidates must
possess and maintain a valid Vermont Drivers license. Failure to do so
will result in separation from the State Transport Deputy position.
Additionally, the incumbent must immediately report any criminal charges
and motor vehicle violations to the Sheriff and the Office of the SAS
Executive Director. Upon hiring, the employee must have a plan to
achieve at least a Level 2 law enforcement certification from the
Vermont Police Academy, in coordination with the hosting Sheriffs
Department. While an existing Level 2 certification may be required at
the time of hire, a new hire may attain this certification with the
approval of the hosting Sheriffs Department and the SAS Executive Direct
