Deputy Sheriff-Lateral and Entry Level

Brighton, CO
Adams County Sheriff's Office

Salary
$71,718.78 – $106,282.34 Annually

A Deputy Sheriff is responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crime; apprehension of criminals; and providing enforcement of laws and ordinances. Depending on staffing needs Deputies will be assigned to the Jail Division or the Patrol Division and may be required to serve at least one (1) year before becoming eligible to apply for transfer to other assignments.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties of Jail Deputy:

  • Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
  • Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals
  • Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it
  • Prepare variety of reports
  • Enforce Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
  • Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators
  • Investigate illegal or suspicious activities or persons, quell disturbances, arrest violators
  • Conduct preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime, administer first aid, and gather evidence

Examples of Important and Essential Duties of Patrol Deputy

  • Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
  • Responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crimes; apprehension of criminals
  • Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it
  • Prepare variety of reports
  • Enforce Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations
  • Patrol assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators
  • Investigate illegal or suspicious activities or persons, quell disturbances, arrest violators