Deputy Sheriff

Wilkes-Barre, PA
Luzerne County Sheriff's Office

Salary: $33,135.20 Annually

Position Summary:

This is entry level employment. Employees in this classification are Law enforcement officers who are required to perform duties in accordance with the relevant codes and laws of the Commonwealth and County Government. Limited supervision is normally received and work is normally viewed for adherence to departmental rules and procedures.

Essential Functions:

  • The safe transportation and security of prisoners to and from court and various Commonwealths, states, federal, and county correctional facilities.
  • Security of courthouse and other county properties.
  • Security of all persons within county owned buildings.
  • Service of criminal warrants, protection from abuse orders, and civil writs.
  • Assistance to other county agencies when law enforcement duties are required.
  • Clerical duties as they relate to specific functions and duties of the Sheriff’s office.
  • Enforcing criminal and vehicle statutes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent.
  • Pa. Act-2 Deputy Certification or must obtain, within one year of hire date, and maintain Deputy Sheriff Act-2 certification as mandated by Commonwealth Law or obtain waiver.