Deputy Sheriff

Salary

$66,123.20 - $79,622.40 Annually

Location

Lancaster 43130, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

306-3

Department

SHERIFF CIVIL

Opening Date

05/08/2025

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions
  
  

Description

Under general supervision is responsible for patrolling an assigned district and responding to calls for service; may be assigned to the jail; performs other duties as required.

Duties

Responds to a wide variety of citizen calls for service, including calls to public schools, which demand a wide variety of actions;

Identifies and addresses motor vehicle traffic flow and safety problems; identifies hazards that place citizens at risk, such as damaged or missing stop signs, missing manhole covers, etc.;

Identifies and addresses crime patterns on applicable cruiser district(s);

Investigates, reports, and properly clears traffic accidents;

Communicates with the public, peers, supervisors, and other units in oral and written form via radio, telephone, MDT, computer, and in person;

Intervenes in domestic disputes; serves arrest warrants and/or makes arrests; searches persons; transports prisoners and other people;

Identifies and collects evidence and preserves crime scenes; conducts stakeouts or surveillance, sometimes in plain clothes;

Writes accurate, complete, and legible reports; uses a computer to gather and disseminate information;

Handles, uses, and/or shoots firearms;

Operates a motor vehicle;

Maintains police vehicles and other equipment;

Follows court call-in procedures for subpoenas; appears and/or testifies in court;

Works with and makes referrals to other agencies;

Participates in meetings; works in administrative positions; attends training as required.

Qualifications

Must be a United States Citizen.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must have a High School Diploma or GED.

Must have a valid Driver's License and car insurance.

Must have an O.P.O.T.A. Certification for Law Enforcement.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to apply federal, state, and local laws, and regulations of the Sheriff's Office; ability to communicate effectively both orally and written; ability to respond effectively to irate citizens and inmates; ability to conduct investigations; ability to use a computer and prepare reports.

Working Conditions

Works six 12-hour shifts and one 8-hour shift with rotating days off (Off Mon/Tue, on Wed/Thu, off Fri/Sat/Sun, on Mon/Tue, off Wed/Thu, on Fri/Sat/Sun...) for a total of 80 hours in each pay-period, This is a uniformed patrol assignment, working outside, including in inclement weather, using a patrol vehicle as an office; may be required to work during other shifts; and may be assigned to the jail.

NOTE: The lists of Job Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities are not necessarily all inclusive.

01

Do you have a current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy certificate or are you currently enrolled in an OPOTA certified peace officer training academy?

• Yes or I am currently enrolled in an OPOTA approved academy (Must provide BAS number on Personal History Questionnaire)
• No
  
  

02

Have you ever knowingly provided false, misleading, or incomplete information during an employment or background investigation process?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Are you willing to fully and truthfully disclose all requested information during every stage of the hiring and background investigation process?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Have you ever resigned in lieu of discipline or been terminated from a position in law enforcement, corrections, or another criminal justice role?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Have you ever been convicted of a felony offense, or are you currently under indictment or criminal investigation?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Are you legally eligible to possess a firearm under federal and state law?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Have you complied with all court-ordered and legal financial obligations within the past five years including, but not limited to, Child Support / Alimony payments, Civil / Criminal / Traffic fines, and Federal / State Taxes as applicable?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Have you used or purchased any illegal drugs within the past five years, or marijuana/THC products (including any derivatives) within the past one year?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Do you currently possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance? To be considered a valid a license must be issued within the United States and have no open or current suspensions.

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Have you had any DUI/OVI convictions within the past five years, more than one DUI/OVI conviction as an adult, or more than two convictions if one of the convictions was as a juvenile?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

Are you able and willing to attend all required steps of the hiring process, including interviews, testing, background appointments, and communicate regularly through phone and/or email?

• Yes
• No
  
  

Required Question

Employer Fairfield County Ohio

Address 210 E. Main Street

Lancaster, Ohio, 43130

Phone 740-652-7880

Website https://www.co.fairfield.oh.us/