Deputy Sheriff

COUNTY OF LEHIGH PENNSYLVANIA

Allentown, PA

General Definition:

A Deputy Sheriff enforces regulations of the Sheriff's Department at the full performance level. A position in this class carries out assigned duties which safeguard both lives and property. A position in this class reports directly through the chain of command in the Sheriff's Department.

Typical Examples of Work:

Security of both lives and property; transportation of inmates; service of court orders and writs; performs levies and guards prisoners; enforces court orders, including injunctions; secures property and maintains order and crimes and civil code; prepares reports and processes legal papers; assists police during incidents in court; performs duties which are or may be imposed by statue, regulation or court order; attends civil legal updates course; may be assigned to any of the several functions of the court; performs related work as required.
- Civil Function
  - Serve civil papers, writs and protection from abuse orders; perform sheriff levies and child custody papers and civil process; work independently with minimal supervision; willing to attend schools, continuing education or specialized training designated by the Sheriff or his designee; successful completion of required probation period.
- Transport Function
  - Transport prisoners to and from various penal institutions; search individuals being transported for weapons, drugs and other contraband; willing to attend schools, continuing education or specialized training designated by the Sheriff or his designee; successful completion of required probation period.
- Warrant Function
  - Serve bench warrants, domestic warrants and probation violation; available to work after hours on an on-call basis; willing to attend schools, continuing education or specialized training designated by the Sheriff or his designee; successful completion of required probation period.
- Court Function
  - Maintain courtroom security; control prisoners and escort same to court; provide security for courthouse, courtroom, County employees and the general public; transport prisoners between penal institutions; serve judges and court staff by facilitating courtroom operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of the methods and techniques commonly employed in law-enforcement security and transport work.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the criminal and civil justice system, including the rules of procedure.
Knowledge of the goals and objectives of law enforcement at the County level.
Familiarity with the use and maintenance of handguns.
Ability to maintain order, including the control of disruptive individuals in a variety of situations.
Ability to locate geographical locations, including alternate routes, across the County and State.
Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
Knowledge of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, the Rules of Criminal Procedure and the Laws of Arrest.
Knowledge of the usage of the equipment provided. Illustrative examples are: Sheriff's Department car, radio, pager, first-aid equipment, rubber gloves, handgun, a.s.p. expandable baton, handcuffs, and other weapons as required.

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or GED.
Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited above.
Must have Act 120 or Act 2 Certification .

A criminal background check may be required.

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