Full-Time Deputy Sheriff

**MUST SUBMIT APPLICATION BY: June 30, 2026**

The Clinton County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a full time Deputy Sheriff. Position requires a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or G.E.D from a recognized issuing agency. Applicant must be a United States citizen. Must be eligible and meet the requirements to attend either the full 19 week Act 2 training or the 2 week Act 2 waiver program for Act 120 certified applicants. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen, demanding physical tests and training requirements. Candidates may be subject to physical risk from violence, hazardous materials and extreme weather conditions. The successful candidate will be required to complete additional training provided by the employer. Starting Salary is $38,304.00 (Grade G). Increase in Salary to $40,335.00 (Grade I) upon successful completion of state mandated training.

• Summary:** The purpose of the Clinton County 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 within the Office. Assigned duties are performed in accordance with state statutes and Office rules and regulations.
  
  

Newly hired deputies begin as Deputy Sheriff (Grade G) while completing required training and certifications. Upon successful completion of the Pennsylvania Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy (Act 2) and all required certifications, the employee will advance to Deputy Sheriff Level I (Grade I) and will be considered a fully trained and certified Deputy Sheriff.

A Deputy Sheriff is required to exercise initiative and discretion when faced with emergency conditions. Some assignments may involve an element of personal danger.

The position of Deputy Sheriff is a law enforcement position requiring advanced education, training, and/or experience. The position requires the Deputy to uphold the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America, as well as the Constitutions of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

• Serves all writs and orders of the Court.
• Performs levies and holds personal property sales.
• Conducts sheriff sales.
• Maintains courtroom security.
• Transports inmates.
• Serves arrest and bench warrants.
• Serves Protection from Abuse orders including weapons seizures and exclusions.
• Controls prisoners in the cell block and while under the control of the deputy.
• Escorts prisoners to court and back to cell block.
• Investigates firearms applications for dealers and license to carry permits.
• Guards' prisoners outside of prison.
• Enforces court orders.
• Serves injunctions and maintains order at strikes.
• Processes legal papers.
• Maintains records, prepares and types reports.
• Contacts attorneys, defendants, applicants, references and others by telephone.
• Secures property.
• Posts notices for Sheriff and Tax Sales.
• Travels inter and intra state for extraditions.
• Assists police at incidents, in court and any other time of civic unrest.
• Enforces crime code.
• Enforces vehicle code.
• Issues license to carry firearms permits and perform associated tasks.
• Completes all paperwork or required reports in a timely fashion and professional format.
• Serves as a representative of the department at various civic and public functions while always conducting themselves in a professional manner.
• Maintains on-time regular attendance.
• Performs duties as assigned or required.
  
  

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Perform each duty proficiently and complies with county and department policies.
• Obtain and maintain JNET certific tion.
• 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 Experience

• High school diploma or a G.E.D. from an accredited agency.
  
  

Additional Job Requirements

• Must 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 Act 2 training academy or the 2-week waiver training program for certified Act 120 applicants.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania drivers' license and possess 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 Pre-employment Physical Exam, and agility test
• Must pass Pre-employment drug screen
  
  

Training Requirements

• Must successfully complete Deputy Sheriffs training standards as set forth by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, and all Clinton County Sheriff's Office training as set forth 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 Act 2 certification number by the Deputy Sheriff's Education and Training Board within one year of date of hire. If applicant is Pennsylvania Act 120 certified, the applicant must successfully complete state mandated 2-week waiver training.

• Must successfully complete Act 2 certification and must update training every 24 months (20 hours of training).
• Must successfully complete TASER certification and re-certifications.
• Must successfully qualify during daylight and/or dim light conditions on department firearms. Successful completion of required academy training and certifications will resu