Sheriff Patrol Deputy (Entry-Level)

Job Posting

Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Clallam County Civil Service with further instructions as needed. All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations or call View phone number on click.appcast.io if you don't have access to the Internet.

In order to be considered for employment, interested individuals must first take and pass a written examination and physical ability test. Qualified applicants will be contacted by Clallam County Civil Service with additional instructions, and the necessary forms for application.

Typical Work:

• Patrol designated areas of the County in a police patrol vehicle and/or on foot to deter and discover crime.
• Perform on-scene investigations at crime scenes.
• Aid persons in trouble and render other public services as needed.
• Patrol a designated area of the County in a patrol car to enforce traffic and parking ordinances and investigate collisions.
• Operate a radar unit to confirm speed violations.
• Routinely check vehicle identification against current list of stolen vehicles and identification of violator against list of outstanding arrest warrants.
• Issue citations to violators of state laws and County ordinances.
• Serve warrants of arrest; arrest persons on misdemeanor and felony charges.
• Handcuff and search arrested persons and secure their custody.
• Complete necessary reports concerning alleged crimes and available evidence and witnesses.
• Serve subpoenas, garnishments, writs of execution, writs of attachment, writs of restitution, orders of sale and various other civil processes issued by the courts.
• Respond to reports of possible crime and take action as the situation requires securing the scene.
• Locate and interview victims, witnesses, and suspects.
• Gather evidence and arrest suspects; complete incident and arrest reports.
• Investigate persons suspected of being engaged in crime and ascertain and secure evidence pertaining to alleged crime and arrest suspects for probable cause.
• Respond to collision scenes; administer emergency first aid and summon aid cars or other patrol units for assistance in treating the injured and controlling the scene.
• Interview principals and witnesses, make general drawings of accident scenes noting details and complete a standard accident report.
• Issue citations or make arrests as the situation warrants.
• Investigate and assist drivers in stalled vehicles and pedestrians who appear to be hurt or in trouble.
• Interview persons with complaints or inquiries, give information on laws and ordinances, and attempt to resolve the problem or to direct them to proper authorities.
• Conduct thorough investigations of reported crimes appropriate to their assignment.
• Arrange line-ups for victims and witness identification.
• Gather evidence and conduct necessary searches.
• Prepare case files detailing all aspects of an investigation and present it through the chain of command to a prosecuting attorney.
• Receive training in the safety and use of firearms and other weapons.
• Testify in court.
• May perform specialized duties depending on individual officer's background and ability, and the needs of the department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident with the ability to read, write, and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.
• Must meet Clallam County Civil Service (see above Disqualifier for Deputy Sheriff)
• Must be willing to submit to, and pass a thorough background investigation to include a drug screen, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, and physical examination.
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission.

Contact Person: Brenda Wenzl, Deputy Chief Examiner @ View phone number on click.appcast.io. Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

This position is: Eligible for benefits, Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Clallam County is an equal opportunity employer.