Job Description

Posting number: 100.6005 06-23

Department: SHERIFF

Job classification: DEPUTY SHERIFF

Posting type: Open

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Law Enforcement

Summary

THIS JOB POSTING IS FOR RETIRED SWORN POLICE AND SHERIFF EMPLOYEES ONLY!

Regular Schedule: 20 -29 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Sheriff's Office.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

**THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BALTIMORE COUNTY GOVERNMENT BENEFITS

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Applicants are advised to apply promptly. This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

You MUST meet the following requirements before you can be hired in the above classification:

1. 1. Must be a retired sworn Police or Sheriff employee in good standing;
2. 2. Have at least two (2) years' experience as a Police Officer or Deputy Sheriff;
3. 3. Current MPCTC certification or have been MPCTC certified within the last three (3) years which includes firearms qualification;
4. 4. Have a high school diploma, GED, or an appropriate equivalent;
5. 5. Be at least 21 years of age at the time you submit your application;
6. 6. Must be a citizen of the United States;
7. 7. Must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, psychological screening, polygraph examination, and periodic drug testing.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of duties

Under general supervision, performs responsible law enforcement and regulatory work which includes serving civil and criminal process, making arrests, maintaining courtroom security, and maintaining security of and transporting prisoners.

• Serves summonses, writs, body attachments, warrants, ex-parte orders and similar court documents.
• Enforces court orders by making criminal and civil arrests, collecting judgments, taking possession of property, and conducting Sheriff's sales and levies of chattels, goods, and real property.
• Conducts applicant investigations and other investigations concerning Sheriff's Office business and at the request of the Circuit Court of Baltimore County.
• Maintains peace and security of the courts, the courts building complex, and judicial employees.
• Maintains custody and transportation of inmates, prisoners, and detainees to and from court proceedings, courthouses, detention, correctional and rehabilitation facilities throughout the State of Maryland.
• Carries, maintains, trains, and is proficient in the use of a firearm. Operates a radio-equipped County vehicle.
• Operates radio, telephone, and other communications devices. Completes written reports.

Examples of Other Duties

Maintains vehicles. Participates in public relations duties by speaking to school, civic, and other groups regarding functions of the Sheriff's Office. May perform clerical duties. Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or appropriate equivalent, PLUS be a retired sworn Police or Sheriff's Office employee.

Must have been MPCTC certified within the last three (3) years, which includes firearms qualification.

Licenses and Certifications

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Certification as a Deputy Sheriff by the Maryland Police Training Commission, which includes firearms qualification, is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

(www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Deputy Sheriff Assistant SWORN

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

email: jmaschal@baltimorecountymd.gov

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Physical Requirements

Persons appointed to this classification must be able to perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health and safety of themselves or others.

Character Requirements

All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug test.

Citizenship Requirements

All applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Supplemental information

Employees work an average scheduled work week of 20 - 29 hours which may include Saturday, Sunday, holidays, evenings, and nights. Employees are subject to call to duty or overtime in emergencies with little or no notice. Employees must pass retraining requirements as mandated throughout employment.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails frequent walking, standing, and the operation of vehicles and firearms.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.