Deputy Sheriff II - Certified

Title:                Deputy Sheriff II - Certified

Division:                               Elected Official

Department:                         Eddy County Sheriff’s Department

Section:                                Sheriff Deputy

Supervisor:                          Sergeant/Lieutenant

FLSA:                                    Non-Exempt/ Classified

Wage Level:                         Grade 69                                          

Hiring Range:                      $28.23 - $31.15 per hour Certified DOE                                     

Full Salary Range:             $28.23 - $36.12 per hour Certified

Origination:                          June 1996

Revision:                              June 2023

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

Perform a wide range of patrol duties, as assigned, to enforce various laws and ordinances, and to protect the general public’s constitutional rights, as provided for under county, state, tribal and federal laws.  Work from rotating shift patrol assignments, to operate a patrol vehicle in a designated area of the county, with full responsibility for proper personal conduct and enhancement of the County’s police image, while carrying out the duties of law enforcement being ever mindful of the constitutional rights of the citizenry, both on and off duty.  Employee must perform all duties with minimal supervision.  Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend job related meetings both in and out of town, and perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Attendance and Overtime are essential functions of this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.