Deputy Sheriff
Salary
$51,537.20 - $59,267.78 Annually
Location
Sheriff Admin, 301 North Church St., Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
355-26
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
01/01/2025
General Statement of Duties
The Sheriffs Office is seeking sworn law enforcement officers to join our team! An employee in this class performs a variety of duties in one of the major divisions of the Sheriffs Office including uniformed patrol, civil, courts, school resource officer and transportation.
NOTE: Additional incentives offered for completed higher education, relevant certified work experience and active-duty military service. APPLY TODAY!
Distinguishing Features
An employee in this class performs a variety of duties in one of the major divisions of the Sheriffs Office including uniformed patrol, civil, courts, school resource officer and criminal investigation. After becoming familiar with the duties this employee is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion in varying situations. Considerable tact and firmness are required in dealing with the public. The employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. Work is performed under general supervision and is subject to direct supervision on new and complex assignments. Work is evaluated in conferences, by observation, and through review of records and reports. Schedules vary depending on assignments.
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or GED and completion of NC basic law enforcement training (BLET). Must meet standards set by the North Carolina Sheriffs Standards and Training Division. All applicants must successfully pass a rigorous background process to include, but not limited to, criminal records check, polygraph exam, psychological/medical screening, pre-employment physical fitness testing and standardized reading comprehension test.
Must possess a valid drivers license.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Patrols an assigned area of the County, answers complaints and requests for assistance, investigates crimes and disturbances; interviews witnesses, questions suspects, gathers and preserves evidence, makes arrests, testifies in court.
Serves various types of civil papers; explains briefly the meaning of papers being served; conducts sale of personal and real property at public auction; ensures proper amount of money is collected.
Maintain safety and security for students, staff and administration to ensure the learning environment within the school system;
Opens and closes courts at designated times; maintains order in the courtroom; assists defendants in completing affidavits; swears defendants in; seats jury in place when selected; escorts trial jury to jury room when directed by judge; assists and escorts grand jury.
Prepares papers for and assists in the transportation of prisoners; escorts prisoners to court and maintains custody there; escorts defendants to clerks office to pay fines; prepares the necessary papers for defendants ordered into custody by the courts, obtains release orders, searches prisoners and logs property, records arrests.
Cooperates with law enforcement personnel of other governmental agencies in making investigations and arrests.
Transports prisoners, mental patients, and intoxicated persons to institutions for confinement or treatment; provides transportation in certain emergencies.
Provides protective escort; maintains order at public gatherings.
May operate speed detection devices or breath analyzer.
Prepares and maintains daily reports concerning criminal activity; prepares related reports as requested.
Assists in the preparation of crime prevention programs; develops contacts among local community organizations and businesses; conducts seminars.
Performs related work as needed.
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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
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Are you a U.S. Citizen or been naturalized?
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Are you at least 20 years of age?
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Are you a high school graduate or possess your GED?
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Do you currently possess a valid Drivers license or able to obtain one immediately?
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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, list your Drivers license number AND state in which it was issued.
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Do you currently possess a VALID NC Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certificate or attending BLET?
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If you are currently enrolled in BLET, what school are you attending and what is your anticipated graduation date?
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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Have you ever been convicted for ANY criminal offense, even if it was expunged?
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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, when and what was the offense?
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Have you used marijuana in the last 12 months?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please give a date (month/year) for the last time used.
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Have you used Cocaine, LSD, Heroin, Steroids, Ecstasy or any other illegal drug (excluding Marijuana) within the last five (5) years?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please give a date (month/year) for the last time used.
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Are you willing to assume any deputy position within any division of the agency as needed, including but not limited to: School Resource Officer, Court Security, Patrol, etc.?
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Are you able to work nights, weekend and holidays where they may fall in your schedule?
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Are you currently working for a law enforcement agency or been separated for less than one (1) year?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please list your current and/or previous agency and years of experience. If you answered no, please state n/a.
Required Question
Employer Forsyth County (NC)
Address 201 N. Chestnut St.
Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101
Phone 336-703-2400
Website http://www.forsyth.cc