Deputy Sheriff

8 months ago


Memphis, United States Shelby County Sheriff's Office Full time $3,567 - $5,444
Sheriff Patrol Officer - DEPUTY SHERIFF (Sheriff)
Closes On: December 30, 2023, at 11:59 PM CST

Department: Sheriff
Job Status: Full-Time
Rate of Pay: $21.61 Hourly -
Status: Open Register
Details: Requisition #22-89461 |   Apply Now
Position Summary:Works under general direction to perform necessary tasks to satisfy requirements legislated under the powers and duties of the Sheriff found in Tennessee Code Annotated, Chapters 8-8-201 and 8-8-213.
Pay Grade: 49H
Minimum Qualifications:
100% 
  • High school diploma or possess a GED.
  • Must be of high moral character.
  •  Discharged under honorable conditions from Armed Forces, if applicable [TN POST Rule 1110-2-.03(1)(f)].
  • Will be screened for misdemeanor/felony records. (Must not have been convicted of, plead guilty to, or entered a plea of no contest to any felony charge or to any violation of federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor, or controlled substances).
  • Attend and complete a State of Tennessee Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved basic police training academy.
  • PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Executes and returns process orders of the courts of record.
  • Aids and attends the courts as assigned.
  • Takes charge of custody of prisoners in the County Jail.
  • Serve, execute, and process legally issued writs.
  • Makes initial investigations in response to dispatched calls for service.
  • Reviews and polices high accident locations and gives citations to violators.
  • Performs other duties as assigned to fulfill the requirements placed upon the office of the Sheriff's Department.
  • Performs other related duties as required or directed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KSAs -
  • Knowledge of the rules and regulations applicable.
  • Knowledge of traffic safety, or the use, care, and operation of the patrol vehicle under all conditions; and of the use and care of firearms and police liability.
  • Ability to master thorough on-the-job training during the first years of service.
  • Ability to interact with the public with courtesy and tact.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and independent decision-making.
  • Ability to use self-defense techniques.

Special Requirements:
  • Must be willing to work various shifts, holidays, and weekends.
  • After receiving a contingent offer of employment, one must be able to pass a psychological and medical evaluation and be subject to testing for substance abuse.
  • Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by the date of employment.
  • Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet County requirements for automobile insurance upon the date of employment.
  • Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent legal resident of the United States who is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States armed forces under §38-8-105(d).
  • Must pass a physical agility test upon satisfying initial minimum qualifications.

Disclaimer:This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions substantially related to possible job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. 

Application Special InstructionsSalary Schedule:
  • Entry:  $3,745.44 Monthly
  • 1st Year:  $4,601.64 Monthly
  • 2nd Year:  $5,135.48 Monthly
  • 3rd Year:  $5,716.10 Monthly


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