Deputy Sheriff

Summary

Sheriff Deputy

Patrols an assigned zone of the county; responds to emergencies, and renders appropriate aide. Responds to reports of criminal activity to include assisting in investigating crimes and disturbances; interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, interrogating suspects, and making arrests; prepares initial investigation report. Transports inmates, mental patients, and intoxicated persons to institutions for confinement or treatment. Serves civil and criminal court papers such as summons, warrants, subpoenas, capiases, and special court orders; explains briefly the meaning of papers served and makes arrests when necessary; remains on the scene after serving certain civil papers until the civil process is completed. 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. Cooperates with law enforcement officers of other governmental units in making investigations or arrests. Provides drug education and resistance programs for elementary school children. Performs outreach and public relations activities with members of the community to include speaking to school groups and civic organizations. Performs related work as assigned.

Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Must be 21 years of age. Good Moral Character, must pass background check, psychological evaluation, physical, and drug screen.

Must be BLET Certified DO NOT APPLY ON THIS WEBSITE. A Randolph County application is required and must be received by email to james.goodnight@randolphcountync.gov.

Job Description

Sheriff Deputy

Patrols an assigned zone of the county; responds to emergencies, and renders appropriate aide. Responds to reports of criminal activity to include assisting in investigating crimes and disturbances; interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, interrogating suspects, and making arrests; prepares initial investigation report. Transports inmates, mental patients, and intoxicated persons to institutions for confinement or treatment. Serves civil and criminal court papers such as summons, warrants, subpoenas, capiases, and special court orders; explains briefly the meaning of papers served and makes arrests when necessary; remains on the scene after serving certain civil papers until the civil process is completed. 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. Cooperates with law enforcement officers of other governmental units in making investigations or arrests. Provides drug education and resistance programs for elementary school children. Performs outreach and public relations activities with members of the community to include speaking to school groups and civic organizations. Performs related work as assigned.

Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Must be 21 years of age. Good Moral Character, must pass background check, psychological evaluation, physical, and drug screen.

Must be BLET Certified DO NOT APPLY ON THIS WEBSITE. A Randolph County application is required and must be received by email to james.goodnight@randolphcountync.gov.