Deputy Sheriff

Position Responsibilities:

Each of the following duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Sheriff are performed on an on-going basis. The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to:

• Enforcing the laws of the County and all other pertinent local, State and Federal Laws
• Managing and overseeing the custody and care of prisoners and new arrests
• Escorting prisoners from jail to the courthouse or other facilities
• Patrolling an assigned area checking doors, windows and examining premises of unoccupied buildings or residences in order to detect any suspicious conditions
• Investigating suspicious conditions, complaints and making arrests of persons who violate the law
• Making traffic arrests and issuing citations to those who break traffic laws, aiding motorists and investigating traffic accidents
• Assisting in cases of fire, accidents, rescues, hazardous materials, and disorders in assigned areas as directed
• Restoring order, regulating traffic and preparing necessary reports
• Conducting investigations of serious crimes and accidental deaths
• Preserving the scene of a crime and interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects
• Follow-up leads and presenting cases to the County Attorney’s Office
• Serving warrants, subpoenas, and legal papers
• Handling and supervising evictions, performing repossessions and placing liens as necessary
• Appear in court as an arresting officer
• Assisting on medical calls with CPR and first aid
• Maintaining records and prepare reports
• Applies physical force in situations necessary to maintain the orderly operation of the jail
• Performing all other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Individuals must be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation including a fingerprint search conducted of local, state and national fingerprints
• Individual must not have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.

Education & Experience:

• Current certified peace officer in the State of Iowa or able to meet Physical Agility testing requirement as set forth by the Law Enforcement Academy
• Drivers license with clean driving record
• High school diploma or GED

Additional information:

• The Benton County Civil Service Commission will conduct a 2023 Deputy Sheriff Civil Service Entry Level Exam at 9:00 a.m. on October 7, 2023, at the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 113 East 3rd Street, Vinton Iowa.
• Visit https://ilea.iowa.gov/ for additional information about the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy

Physical Demands/Work Hours:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and drive
• Near and far vision is required as deputies are responsible for conducting searches and scanning inmate activity at a distance
• In order to physically detain an inmate, an individual must be able to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs and torso and exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

There is a probability for exposure to violence and potential physical harm while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants who are extended a job offer will be examined by a licensed physician or surgeon and must meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.

THE ABOVE DECLARATIONS ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN “ALL-INCLUSIVE” LIST OF THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB DESCRIBED OR OF THE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB. RATHER, THEY ARE INTENDED ONLY TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB.

Benefits:

• IPERS retirement with 8.51% employee contribution and 8.51% employer contribution
• After completion of probationary period, Iowa certified candidates will be granted up to seven (7) years credit for prior service for the calculations of pay and vacation
• Health Insurance as low as $180 per pay period for a family plan
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Wellness program with opportunity to earn up to $350 in incentives
• EAP

*THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN EMPLOYMENT AT BENTON COUNTY*

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Benton County Service Center 811 D Avenue Vinton, IA 52349

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Department: Sheriff
• Salary Range: $59,134.40 to $70,241.60
• Posted: 8/22/23
• Expires: 10/13/23