Road Patrol Deputy

Sylva, NC
Jackson County Sheriff

Salary: $41,507.99 Annually

Closing Date: 6/30/2025

Position Summary:

The Road Patrol Deputy ensures law and order through the enforcement of applicable federal codes, state laws, and local ordinances. Grade 22

Essential Functions:

  • Ensures law and order through the enforcement of applicable federal codes, state laws, and local ordinances.
  • Serves civil processes as mandated by general statutes.
  • Responds to calls from the public reporting crimes and requesting assistance.
  • Conducts traffic stops and assists other officers in the performance of their jobs.
  • Serves criminal process and makes arrests based upon valid judicial processes.
  • Makes warrantless arrests based upon violations of criminal law.
  • Provides community patrols and assistance based upon assignments.
  • Conducts initial investigations.
  • Patrols county as assigned.
  • Mediates disputes; Performs negotiations to resolve conflict.
  • Documents activity through report writing in accordance with Office policy.
  • Conducts searches of property and persons in accordance with the 4th Amendment and case law.
  • Drives safely at high speeds.
  • Testifies in court. Communicates with attorneys, prosecutors, judges, victims, and witnesses.
  • Prepares cases for criminal prosecution.
  • Assists department with temporary assignments in the courts, school resources, community crimes, civil process, and court security.
  • Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; directly related experience and/or training in law enforcement; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Possession of a valid, State of North Carolina driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle.
  • Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
  • Must complete Basic Law Enforcement Training Certification.
  • All deputy sheriffs must meet the minimum standards set forth by the Sheriff’s Training and Standards