Deputy Sheriff I - County of Chester, PA : Job Details

Salary: $24.61 HourlyLocation : Justice Center - West Chester, PAJob Type: Full Time, Non ExemptJob Number: 02352Department: SheriffDivision: SheriffOpening Date: 08/26/2023Closing Date: ContinuousWeekly Hours: 40SummaryThe Deputy Sheriff I will be assigned to a great variety of tasks involving all functions of the Sheriff's Office. These tasks will vary from prisoner transport and security to desk and administrative responsibilities, as listed below.Criminal background check is required.Please see below regarding changes to Deputy Sheriff I:Act 120 or Act 2 Law Enforcement Certification No Longer Required to Start as Deputy Sheriff; County to Pay for Training Once Hired. WEST CHESTER, PA - Date - The Chester County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) announces a change in qualification requirements for its Deputy Sheriff I positions. Effective immediately, Act 120 or Act 2 certification is not required in advance of a career as a Chester County Deputy Sheriff. The County will now offer paid-for certification training from the hiring start-date. Those seeking to be hired at the entry level Deputy Sheriff position with Chester County government will receive a Deputy Sheriff 1 salary and benefits, and must complete the Act 120 or Act 2 certification within one year of employment. The County will cover the cost of training alongside the salary. The move to offer paid-for training as a Chester County Deputy Sheriff follows the recent extensive review of salaries for all positions in the CCSO. Combined with valuable County benefits, the paid-for training offers good career opportunities for those seeking to work in law enforcement. Law enforcement recruits must complete 919 hours of coursework and training, typically over nine months, to become Act 120 certified. Act 2 certification requires recruits to complete 760 hours in a six-month residential program.Essential Duties

• Protect the judge and courtroom personnel during criminal trials.
• Maintain custody and control of prisoners.
• Assist public and county employees.
• Provide emergency medical care at the appropriate level of training.
• Process background checks for firearm permits.
• Process firearm renewals by retrieving data from PennDOT files.
• Process revocation and suspension of firearm permits, including addressing and mailing.
• Take photographs for firearm and passport applications.
• Transport prisoners to and from the courthouse and control prisoners during trial.
• Complete prisoner extraditions and transports.
• Generate computer receipts.
• Perform screening device monitor duties, when needed.
• Assist law enforcement agencies, as needed.
• Complete detailed and accurate reports or reportable incidents.
• Perform sheriff sales.
• Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.

Qualifications/Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Successfully complete Act 2 Waiver training or Act 120 Police Academy training within one year from the date of hire. Training will be funded by the county with the stipulation that repayment is due for Act 2 training if county employment is ended within two years of training completion. Repayment for Act 120 Police Academy training is due if county employment is ended within three years of training completion. Continuously maintain Act 2 certification after employment. Excellent interpersonal skills. Complete all state and Sheriff's Office required certifications and/or qualifications. Maintain firearms qualification. Maintain CPR and EMS provider-level certifications. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exhibits sound and accurate judgement. Ability to remain focused on daily operations. Ability to establish priorities. Accurate and detail-oriented. Strong work ethic. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening test conducted at an HR-approved testing facility. Must pass a pre-employment polygraph examination as directed by the Sheriff. Must pass a pre-employment physical fitness test as directed by the Sheriff. Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Corrections or law enforcement background. One year of customer service experience. Prior law enforcement experience. Prior military experience. Knowledge of criminal and civil law. Training in defensive and security tactics. Emergency Medical First Aid certification. Firearms qualification. First aid and CPR training. Easily adapts to changes in the work environment. Strong people skills. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Additional Information Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.Computer Skills:This position requires basic computer and keyboard skills. Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; bend at the waist or work bent at the waist; kneel, stoop, crouch or squat; climb stairs; work with machinery; drive a vehicle; and talk or hear. Occasionally, the employee will need to reach above shoulders; work with arms above shoulders; and push or lift heavy objects. On rare occasions, the employee will need to smell, and work with an uncommon level of noise. The specific vision requirements listed for this position are:

• Close and distant vision
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus (driving and firearms handling)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) due to criminals approaching from the side.
• Ability to qualify yearly for night shooting

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Will work around criminals a minimum of eight hours a day.
• Must be on the defensive at all times due to the nature of the profession.

Other:

• Ability to work extended hours, as necessary
• This position requires a professional demeanor at all times.

The County of Chester offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. 01 What is your highest level of education?

• No formal Education
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate or higher (includes Juris Doctorate and Medical Doctorate)

02 Do you have a current Act 120 certification?

• Yes
• No

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