Deputy, Sheriff (Lateral Entry)

Salary
$31.00 – $43.10 Hourly

Closing
6/14/2023 11:59 PM Central

The Position

Deputy Sheriffs perform field and office law enforcement duties. As uniformed or non-uniformed officers, they patrol assigned areas; transport mentally ill persons to appropriate institutions; serve Court Orders; investigate violations of law; apprehend violators; gather and preserve evidence; appear as court witnesses; under Court Order, replevin property; carry out eviction procedures; collect delinquent taxes; conduct Sheriff’s sales required by law; investigate accidents and render aid to the public; make reports; book, guard and transport prisoners as required by law and by the Sheriff; provide Court security and supervise civilian employees of the Sheriff’s Office when necessary.

Education and Work Experience and Other Requirements

Education:
Candidate must have graduated from high school or must possess a certificate that certifies an educational development of at least a high school graduation level (G.E.D).

Experience:
Applicant must be employed as a sworn law enforcement officer working 100 hours or more per year in this capacity, and maintain an active law enforcement certification. Applicants from a jurisdiction other than the State of Nebraska must complete the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center (NLETC) Reciprocity Course within one (1) calendar year of hiring.

Age:
Must have attained the age of 21 years at the time of certification from the NLETC.

License:
Possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License at the time of application, time of hire, and throughout employment.