Deputy Sheriff – Entry Level

Spokane, WA
Spokane County Sheriff

Salary: $51,886.35 – $95,643.36 Annually

Closing Date: 12/31/2024

Position Summary:

The Deputy Sheriff performs varied first-level law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, the maintenance of order, and the investigation of crime for the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office [herein referred to as Agency]. This position is generally under the direction and general supervision of a patrol corporal and/or sergeant, by may, at times, work independently. Incumbents will be required to work varying hours and/or shifts.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrol a designated area of Spokane County in a patrol car, on a bicycle, boat, and/or on foot to deter and discover crime, conduct on-scene investigations at crime scenes, aid persons in trouble, and render other public services, as needed.
  • Enforce traffic and parking ordinances; investigate accidents; operate a radar unit to discover speed violations; issue citations to violators; serve warrants of arrest, arrest persons, and secure their custody; complete necessary reports concerning alleged crimes, circumstances of arrest, evidence discovered, and witness interactions.
  • Serve civil processes, including writs of attachment, writs of restitution, and writs of execution; conduct address checks on registered sex offenders; document attempts and other pertinent information.
  • Respond to reports of possible crime and take action as the situation requires to secure the scene; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; gather evidence, locate, interview, and arrest suspects; investigate persons suspected of being engaged in crime; locate and secure evidence pertaining to alleged crime; arrest suspects based on a probable cause standard.
  • Report to scenes of accidents; administer first aid and summon aid and other patrol units for assistance in treating injured persons and controlling the scene; make general drawings of accident scenes; complete standard accident reports; make arrests as the situation warrants.
  • Provide information to the public concerning laws and ordinances.
  • Conduct thorough investigations of reported crimes appropriate to their assignments; use photo montages for victim and/or witness identification; conduct necessary searches and follow up on investigations as necessary; prepare cases for prosecution.
  • Develop community contacts to obtain information about crimes and issues affecting assigned district; maintain contact with the public to promote the community policing philosophy of the Agency.
  • Complete additional investigations as determined necessary by prosecution; be prepared when interviewed by the defense or other investigators regarding investigations; testify in court.
  • Respond to potentially violent events where a physical encounter may occur and/or where citizens may become violent towards the responding officer, which may necessitate the use of force.
  • Perform specialized duties, which may vary and at times with limited supervision, depending on an individual deputy’s background, ability, and the needs of the Agency, or as required or assigned.
  • Assist with on-the-job training and education of external agency peers, coworkers, and supervisors; instruct in-service or specialty training sessions in specialized discipline, such as criminal procedures, reality-based training, defensive tactics, firearms, emergency vehicle operations, etc.
  • Report for duty on time and overtime, as directed; attend training and roll calls, as directed; apply job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and appearance in a manner that projects a professional image appropriate for the Agency and assignment in accordance with Agency policy.
  • Check voicemail and email regularly and remain in contact with Agency communications, County employees, partner organizations, and the general public.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • A lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) recipient;
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language;
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Applicant must be a minimum age of 21 at the time of appointment; however, may test at age 20, as long as applicant turns 21 during the life of the eligibility list.