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Sheriff Deputy II Full TimeProfessional Winfield, KS, US 1Attachments 8 days agoRequisition ID:1006 Apply Salary:\$20.85 Hourly

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, to enforce Federal, State and County laws, to 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, for charging individuals with offenses, and for follow-up detailed investigations;

Appears in court to offer testimony;

Meets and confers with attorneys on legal questions;

Obtains search warrants and arrest warrants;

Makes arrests of individuals as required;

May transport prisoners to and from courts and institutions;

Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records and logs

necessary to report daily activities and specific incidents;

May be assigned to serve civil processes and execute warrants;

Utilizes a word processor; observes and controls vehicular traffic

and enforces traffic laws;

Deals with traffic accident situations;

Operates radar and breathalyzer;

Provides counseling to families and individuals in disturbance

situations, offers assistance to citizens and visitors including providing directions and calling for vehicular 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, 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 law enforcement equipment principles and practices of self-defense.

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to apply logical

thinking in determining a proper course of action in a minimum of time.

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 (1) year of appointment; must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver\'s license.

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