Deputy Sheriff

Eagleville, PA
Montgomery County Sheriff

Salary: $50,200.00 Annually

Position Summary:

The position of Deputy Sheriff is a law enforcement position requiring advanced education, training and/or experience. The position requires the deputy to uphold the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America, as well as, the Constitutions of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America.

Essential Functions:

  • Follows the chain of command and all orders of policy and procedure as given by the supervisor;
  • Serves writs, orders of the Court, and warrants;
  • Performs levies and holds personal property sales;
  • Conducts Sheriff Sales;
  • Maintains courtroom security;
  • Transports prisoners;
  • Serves Protection from Abuse orders including weapons seizures and evictions;
  • Guards prisoners in the cell block, and while under control of the deputy during transport;
  • Investigates firearms applications for dealers and License to Carry permits;
  • Enforces court orders;
  • Processes legal papers;
  • Maintains records, prepares and types reports;
  • Contacts attorneys, defendants, applicants, references and others by telephone;
  • Secures property;
  • Travels inter- and intrastate for extraditions;
  • Assists police at incidents, in court, at DUI centers and any other time when required;
  • Enforces crime code;
  • Issues license to carry firearms permits and perform associated tasks;
  • Completes all paperwork or required reports in a timely fashion and professional format;
  • Serves as a representative of the department at various civic and public functions while always conducting themselves in a professional manner.

Requirements:

  • Applicants must be 21 years of age or older. There is no maximum age.
  • Applicants must be a United States citizen at the time of the initial application.
  • Applicants must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and a clean driving record before employment.
  • Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be able to complete the requirements set by the Pennsylvania Deputy Sheriff’s Education and Training Board. (See Deputy Sheriff Training Requirements).
  • Applicants must be in good physical condition to successfully perform the essential job functions of a deputy sheriff.
  • Once a conditional offer is made, applicants must complete a psychological evaluation.