Lateral Deputy Sheriff
Salary: $40.74 – $57.01 Hourly
Position Summary:
The general function of the position within the organization is to perform complex work related to the protection of life, persons, and property of the citizens of Lake County through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The position is under moderate supervision. Duties include, but are not limited to, responding to dispatch calls for service to involve emergency and non-emergency situations; investigating crimes, suspicious conditions and responding to complaints. The Deputy Sheriff is also responsible for arresting persons suspected of violating ordinances and statutes, including the use of physical force as necessary to subdue suspects. A person in this position will interview offenders and victims of crimes; appear in court to testify on behalf of the County; serve warrants, and summons; speak to organized groups or the general public about various law enforcement activities; and coordinate special education programs.
Requirements:
- Available to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends.
- Currently employed as a Certified Police Officer; and,
- Good standing in their department as of the date of certification by the Merit Commission; and,
- Two years of full-time, continuous experience with a law enforcement agency, the definition of which includes, but is not limited to, authority to make arrests and carry firearms; and,
- Successfully completed Illinois Basic Police Officer Training, or Basic Police Officer Training Program which can be transferred and accepted by the Illinois State Training Board.