Road Patrol Deputy

CLASS TITLE: DEPUTY SHERIFF

Pay Range: F.O.P. Pay Scale
Exempt: No
Shift: 12.25 HR w/o Holidays

This class involves law enforcement work in protecting the public and preserving the peace while serving in a variety of assignments within the Sheriff’s Office. The work involves responsibility for carrying out assigned duties in the areas of road patrol, beach security, criminal investigations, civil process, transportation, public information, traffic enforcement, training, career development, internal affairs investigations, or other areas deemed appropriate by supervisors. Positions in this class typically operate singly, but may operate with others. Deputies interpret and enforce all applicable laws and ordinances in the State of Florida, Monroe County, and other applicable statutes, general orders, special instructions, and policies and procedures of the Sheriff’s Office. Unusual situations and serious matters are referred to supervisors for action or guidance. Work is performed under general supervision of a Sergeant-Law Enforcement or commanding officer who reviews work through reports, conferences, inspections, and observations of actions and results.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

High school diploma or its equivalent with prior law enforcement or other criminal justice experience.

JOB COMPLEXITY:

Individual must apply knowledge of law enforcement procedures as they relate to the interpretation and enforcement of all applicable laws and ordinances.

CONSEQUENCE OF ACTIONS:

Individual may be required to make decisions and handle unusual situations independently.

ASSETS:

Work requires limited responsibility for significant assets.

WORK CONTROLS:

Generally the work is performed independently under the generalsupervision of a Sergeant-Law Enforcement; some unusual and difficult situations may be handled independently.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:

Work involves contacts with a variety of people; some contacts may be difficult requiring the worker to use considerable tact and skill or commands or force to obtain what is desired.

SAFETY OF OTHERS:

Position involves responsibility for the safety of citizens and for the enforcement of the laws and standards of public safety.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Occasionally, the work may require strenuous physical effort such as heavy manual work, or physically controlling others.

HAZARDS:

Generally, the work involves considerable risks requiring the worker o observe safety precautions and use extreme care in performing job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Occasionally, work may be performed in conditions that cause discomfort and unpleasantness.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

Work does not involve any significant supervisory authority.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED:

Work does not involve the supervision of Sheriff’s Office personnel.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Performs patrol duties to prevent and detect violations of the law.
Responds to numerous emergency and routine calls from the public ranging from domestic complaints, accidents, fires and criminal actions in progress; assists in settling complaints, arrests offenders, collects and preserves evidence, prepares reports and testifies in court as required.
Responds to traffic accidents and assists Florida Highway Patrol with traffic incidents and arranges for ambulances to assist sick or injured.
Represents the State of Florida in requested or mandatory court hearings or judicial proceedings at traffic, misdemeanor or felony level.
May be required to work extra shifts during the event of an emergency situation such as hurricanes, etc.
Assists citizens in preparing criminal affidavits in conjunction with the complaints of criminal activity.
Initiates criminal investigations from information developed from sources other than the ordinary citizen complaint.
Investigates crime scenes, collects and preserves evidence, develops prints, photographs, sketches and descriptions of scenes; submits evidence to laboratories for further analysis; interviews witnesses and interrogates suspects to develop information and evidence in criminal investigations.
Conducts surveillance to gather evidence for search warrants, to prevent potential crimes from happening such as burglaries, robberies and thefts.
Serves civil papers (subpoenas, summons, executions, evictions) on citizens, law enforcement officers, corporate officers or others; makes personal contact with individuals at hteir home or place of business; processes papers for criminal actions.
Transports inmates to prison, the courts, or to health facilities; assists in the extradition of prisoners in other counties or states.
Supplies communications media with local police report information and statistical data, human interest information such as promotions or reassignments and related information concerning the Sheriff’s Office.
Makes presentations to the public dealing with various categories of crime and crime prevention; establishes “crime watch” groups throughout a district to aid in the prevention of such crimes as burglary and assault.
Visits local schools and presents safety programs to youths.
Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of law enforcement procedures as they relate to the interpretation and enforcement of all applicable laws and ordinances, particularly those dealing with civil and criminal processing, transportation of prisoners , public information, traffic enforcement, criminal and civil investigations, and road patrol.
Knowledge of policies, rules, regulations, and procedures governing law enforcement operations within the Sheriff’s Office.
Knowledge of crime prevention techniques and the procedures for the collection and preservation of evidence at the crime scene.
Knowledge of the geography, physical and social characteristics of the district to which assigned.
Knowledge of community resources and organizations which may be called upon in an emergency such as shelters for abused spouses.
Knowledge of law enforcement communications and record keeping procedures and operations; of federal, state and other local law enforcement agencies.
Skill in operating a variety of technical equipment related to law enforcement.
Ability to respond quickly in emergencies, to exercise sound judgement and act decisively in emergency situations; and to administer first aid and other life saving procedures.
Ability to act forcefully and to use physical restraint when called upon.
Ability to enforce the law impartially and with proper regard for all legal procedures and safeguards governing the work.
Ability to read, understand, interpret and apply court rulings, general policies and written instructions as they apply to the work.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public, prisoners, and other law enforcement officers within and outside the organization; and to make formal presentations to the public or in the classrooms; and to interview and interrogate effectively.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have completed State-approved training and be certified as a law enforcement officer in compliance with the requirements of the State of Florida.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of law enforcement equipment, including firearms, vehicles, radio, radar and similar equipment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida.
Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and holidays.
Must be in excellent physical condition upon appointment and maintain good physical condition throughout term of appointment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national Origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.