Full-Time Deputy Sheriff

The Clinton County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a full‑time Deputy Sheriff. Applicants must hold a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, be at least 18 years of age, possess a high‑school diploma or G.E.D. from a recognized agency, and be a United States citizen. They must be eligible to attend either the full 19‑week Act2 training academy or the 2‑week Act2 waiver program for certified Act120 applicants, pass a pre‑employment drug screen, and meet demanding physical and training requirements. Candidates may be subject to risk from violence, hazardous materials and extreme weather. The successful candidate will complete additional training provided by the employer. Starting salary is $38,304.00 (GradeG). Salary increases to $40,335.00 (GradeI) upon successful completion of state‑mandated training.SummaryThe purpose of the Deputy Sheriff position is to serve and protect the citizens of Clinton County and its judicial system through efficiency and professionalism. The position performs general duty work in the Sheriff's Office and may be assigned duties in various divisions or specialized assignments. Duties are carried out in accordance with state statutes and office rules.Newly hired deputies begin as Deputy Sheriff (GradeG) while completing required training and certifications. Upon successful completion of the Pennsylvania Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy (Act2) and all required certifications, the employee will advance to Deputy Sheriff LevelI (GradeI) and will be considered fully trained and certified.A Deputy Sheriff must exercise initiative and discretion when faced with emergency conditions. Some assignments may involve personal danger.The Deputy Sheriff is a law‑enforcement position requiring advanced education, training, and/or experience. The Deputy upholds the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States, as well as the respective constitutions.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesServe all writs and orders of the Court.Perform levies and hold personal property sales.Conduct sheriff sales.Maintain courtroom security.Transport inmates.Serve arrest and bench warrants.Serve Protection from Abuse orders, including weapons seizures and exclusions.Control prisoners in the cell block and while under the control of the deputy.Escort prisoners to court and back to the cell block.Investigate firearms applications for dealers and license to carry permits.Guard prisoners outside of prison.Enforce court orders.Serve injunctions and maintain order at strikes.Process legal papers.Maintain records, prepare and type reports.Contact attorneys, defendants, applicants, references and others by telephone.Secure property.Post notices for Sheriff and Tax Sales.Travel inter and intrastate for extraditions.Assist police at incidents, in court and any other time of civic unrest.Enforce crime code.Enforce vehicle code.Issue license to carry firearms permits and perform associated tasks.Complete all paperwork or required reports in a timely and professional format.Serve as a representative of the department at various civic and public functions while always conducting themselves in a professional manner.Maintain on‑time regular attendance.Perform duties as assigned or required.Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPerform each duty proficiently and comply with county and department policies.Obtain and maintain JNET certification.Conduct warrant searches utilizing all available computer resources.Operate desktop/laptop computers, fax machines, copiers and other standard office equipment.React quickly, calmly and appropriately to emergency situations.Work cooperatively with other law‑enforcement agencies on related tasks and details.Adhere to all policies and procedures.Work professionally with little or no supervision.Follow orders.Use good written and oral communication skills.Work well with the public and possess a professional demeanor at all times.Conduct prisoner transports to and from correctional facilities, detention centers, medical facilities, police departments, and all other associated places of business.Search prisoners and their property, and perform inspections of courtrooms and holding areas.Collect payments, costs and issue receipts when necessary.Provide security for court proceedings ensuring a safe environment for the judges, court personnel, prisoners and all others.Restrain prisoners with handcuffs, shackles and associated equipment.Safely operate Sheriff's Office large prisoner transport van as well as other Sheriff's vehicles, quite possibly in an emergency situation or response.Perform personal property sales and real estate evictions.Complete traffic and non‑traffic citations in accordance with Title 75 Vehicle Code.Complete criminal complaint and probable cause affidavits in accordance with the rules of criminal procedure.Testify in civil and criminal court proceedings.Recall details from memory and write in a grammatically correct manner that communicates all points in an understandable way.Understand and carry out oral and written directions.Act tactfully, courteously, and with good judgment.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or a G.E.D. from an accredited agency.Additional Job RequirementsMust be at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States.Must meet the requirements to attend either the full 19‑week Act2 training academy or the 2‑week waiver training program for certified Act120 applicants.Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and a clean driving record.Must successfully complete a rigid security background check and oral interview.Must not have any prior or pending criminal history.Must pass the pre‑employment physical exam and agility test.Must pass the pre‑employment drug screen.Training RequirementsMust successfully complete Deputy Sheriff training standards as set forth by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency and all Clinton County Sheriff's Office training as directed by the training coordinator.Must successfully complete basic new‑hire training consisting of the following:The state‑mandated 19‑week (760 hours) Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy and be issued an Act2 certification number by the Deputy Sheriff's Education and Training Board within one year of the date of hire.If applicant is Pennsylvania Act120 certified, the applicant must successfully complete the state‑mandated 2‑week waiver training.Act2 certification and updating training every 24 months (20 hours of training).TASER certification and re‑certifications.Qualification during daylight and/or dim light conditions on department firearms.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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