Deputy Sheriff I - Sheriff's Office

Job Description

The Deputy Sheriff I will carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office by assisting in civil, criminal, and public service law enforcement, including, but not limited to, those duties.

Grade: DEP

Position Code: SH3014

Current Cumberland County Employees will follow the County Promotion/Demotion policy.

Responsibilities

• Serves and enforces Orders of the Courts, Writs, Writs of Executions, Summons, Subpoenas and orders of court, subpoenas, and other legal documents
• Transports prisoners from county, state, and federal prisons and various facilities throughout the state
• Provides security for Judges, Courtroom, and county facilities
• Executes warrants
• Extradites fugitives from other states
• Collects monies from judgments in civil proceedings
• Seizes and secures property until sale or disposition is received
• Conducts and/or participates in Sheriff's sales of real and personal property
• Interacts with prisoners, county offices, and the general public
• Performs routine law enforcement duties and makes arrests
• Provides law enforcement as needed during strikes, riots, or disasters
• Assists local and state police and other law enforcement agencies in emergency situations
• Utilizes computer, typewriter, copier, fax, and other office equipment necessary to prepare and maintain statements and reports and efficiently perform job duties
• Attends meetings, seminars, in service training, and Act 2 recertification classes as required
• Performs other job related duties as required

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid Driver's License
• Candidate must be able to successfully pass the physical fitness test administered during the interview phase
• Candidate must successfully complete a psychological exam
• Qualified candidate must have one or any combination of the following: a four year degree related to the criminal justice field, military experience, or work experience in a related field
• Candidate must possess a minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement or a related field
• Preference will be given for applicants that are Act 2/Act 120 certified
• Preference will be given to veterans

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Company Description

Mission Statement: The most livable community with the most efficient and effective public services in Pennsylvania.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

Cumberland County Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Cumberland County acknowledges and celebrates the unique characteristics of our residents, employees, and visitors. We identify diversity as a strength and consider it a growing, valuable asset of our community. We thoughtfully offer services and opportunities by understanding the different needs of our residents and actively engaging the underrepresented. Everyone who lives, works, and visits Cumberland County will benefit from our commitment to a welcoming environment.

Benefits

Medical Benefits:

• Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Wellness program with wellness incentives
• Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance
• United Concordia Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits:

• County Retirement Pension
  • 5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15% post-tax
  • Fully vested after 5 years of credited service
  • Normal Retirement Options:
    • Age 55 with 20 years of credited service
    • Age 60 with any amount of credited service
• Voluntary 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• Military Time Buy Back Options

Paid Time Off:

• Vacation
  • 10 days per year, accrued per pay period (Non-Exempt)
  • 15 days per year, accrued per pay period (Exempt)
  • Increase for both Non-Exempt and Exempt of 5 days per year after 2 years of service
• Personal
  • 3 Personal days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
• Sick
  • 5 Sick days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
• 12 Paid County Holidays
  • No waiting period to receive paid holidays

Additional Benefits:

• Educational Assistance
  • 80% of cost of tuition and books up to the annual IRS limit per calendar year (after 6 months of Full-Time Employment)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – certain eligibility requirements must be met
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Resources for: Childcare, Eldercare, Legal, Financial, and Coaching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance