Civil Process Deputy Enforcement Unit

Civil Process Deputy / Enforcement Unit

The Middlesex Sheriff's Office is seeking a qualified professional for the position Civil Process Deputy / Enforcement Unit (CEU Deputy) in the Civil Process Office, located in Chelmsford, MA. The selected candidate will be responsible for researching and conducting arrests, performing business and property seizures, and keeping the peace during evictions and administrative search warrants. This employment opportunity is a full-time, non-exempt position covered under a collective bargaining agreement. Part-time availability can also be discussed. The CEU Deputy reports to the Director of Civil Process or their designee. The hours of work for this position are 6:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. flex with Saturday/Sunday off. The shift and days off are subject to change based on the needs of the Civil Process Division and/or at the discretion of management. Additional responsibilities of the CEU Deputy include, but are not limited to:

• Perform background checks on individuals with outstanding capiases utilizing law enforcement databases for criminal history and outstanding criminal warrants;
• Perform capias arrests throughout Middlesex County and transport arrestees to courts throughout Massachusetts;
• Perform business and vehicle seizures when issued an execution from the courts of Middlesex County;
• Keep the peace during evictions and administrative search warrants when issued from the courts of Middlesex County;
• Other work duties as assigned by the Director of Civil Process or designee

Working Conditions: The Civil Process Deputy / Enforcement Unit may be required to interact with customers in the Civil Process office, on the phone or in the public domain who are under emotional stress. The Civil Process Deputy / Enforcement Unit must also be cognizant of the confidential and sensitive nature of court and legal information and working for a law enforcement agency. Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred;
• Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) training certification or MPTC Exemption;
• MA Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission certification;
• Working knowledge and application of state civil litigation laws;
• Applicants must pass the MSO firearm qualification test through the MSO Training Academy and be able to handle other law enforcement equipment;
• Maintain the yearly training from the MSO Training Academy and have the ability to attend any additional training as required by the MSO;
• Ability to attend meetings outside of regular working hours;
• Poised, experienced active listener with strong oral, written, organizational and time management skills with the ability to maintain comprehensive and cohesive records;
• Additional ideal characteristics include: excellent judgment; ability to communicate with people at all levels of the organization; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and pay close attention to detail;
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook;

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The applicant must have an active valid driver's license, the right to legally operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts and pass a criminal background check. Salary: Base salary is $80,916.31 plus additional compensation and benefits offered within the collective bargaining agreement.