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Part-time Deputy Sheriff Senior

Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County, GA, GA Part Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2025




Job Description
This is the first level in the Deputy Sheriff series. This class is a fully certified Peace Officer responsible for performing duties in assigned divisions of the Sheriff's Office: Court Operations, Field Operations, Support Operations, and Administrative Services. This position may require duties within the Jail Operations division as well, based on the needs of the agency and at the discretion of the Sheriff or his designee. 

Applicants must pass a comprehensive background process (including criminal, controlled substance, credit, driving, employment history checks) and an oral interview in first phase. The second phase includes a drug screen, polygraph and psychological exam. 

Essential Duties
  • Performing general law enforcement duties to include: responding to calls, assisting with the apprehension of suspects or inmates, conducting searches for contraband, ensuring the proper handling of evidence, testifying in court, warrant service and serving civil processes and court orders 
  • Preparing proper paperwork for affidavits, reports, warrants, confirms validity, and serves documents as required
  • Maintaining daily logs of shift activity and prepares various reports
  • Escorting and transporting inmates to and from various departments, courts, and appointments
  • Resolving disputes between the general public and preparing reports on crimes, violations and accidents as they are encountered in the county
  • Completing reports relating to the arrest and incarceration of subjects in and outside the county and performing searches of those individuals, and inventorying, confiscating, or distributing property related to the case
  • Issuing citations as well as making arrests for violations of laws and ordinances
  • Analyzing evidence, reports, and intelligence in the investigation of incidents and crimes
  • Maintaining safety and security in the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, Courts Annex, Detention Center, and other county locations
  • Attending daily roll call to receive briefing information and instruction concerning duties and criminal activities
Public Speaking Duties
  • This position may have to testify in court.
Other Job Requirements/Information
  • This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
  • This job requires a public safety background check to include motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and fingerprinting.
  • This job may require 24 hour on-call rotation, overtime, or working weekends, holidays, 10 hour, 12 hour and rotating shifts.
Grade
The grade for this position is SH22(3).

Deputy Sheriff Senior Salary:

** $5,700 hiring incentive for new hires ** 
  • $57,803.00 with possible incentives up to       
  • $59,537.09 (includes 3% pay incentive for an Associate degree)
  • $61,271.18(includes 6%pay incentive for a Bachelor's degree)

Deputy Sheriff, Senior - Lateral Entry Salary:

** $5,700 hiring incentive for new hires ** 
  • $57,803.00 - $88,987.00with possible incentives up to        
  • $59,537.09 - $91,656.61 (includes 3% pay incentive for an Associate degree)
  • $61,271.18 - $94,326.22 (includes 6%pay incentive for a Bachelor's degree)
Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program. 
 
Minimum Qualifications
Deputy Sheriff Senior
  • High school diploma or GED
  • One year of law enforcement experience
  • Must be currently Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer (PBLE Basic Law Enforcement Certified)
  • Valid Georgia driver's license
  • Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States Citizen
  • Must have ability to use computer for data entry in jail management software and report writing 
  • Law enforcement, military, or security experience highly preferred
Deputy Sheriff Senior-Lateral
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Two consecutive years of PBLE certified law enforcement experience
  • Must be currently Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer (PBLE Basic Law Enforcement Certified)
  • Valid Georgia driver's license
  • Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States Citizen
  • Must have ability to use computer for data entry in jail management software and report writing an
  • Law enforcement, military, or security experience highly preferred

 
For information related to position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills and Physical requirements, click here. 

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.


About Gwinnett County


Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

  • Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
  • Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
  • Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
  
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
  
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
 
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

  • Hiring Process
  • FAQs

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce.  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.


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