Deputy Sheriff

Examples of Duties

• Preserves the peace, protects life and property, and enforces the laws of this state.
• Patrol assigned area and respond to criminal and civil calls as dispatched.
• Apprehend violators of the law, perform vacant house and business checks.
• Control traffic and maintain assigned vehicle and other equipment.
• Prepare accurate and complete reports applicable to the situation.
• Maintains the safety, order, and security of county court facilities and assigned county buildings, including providing courtroom security during trials.
• Escorts judges, jurors, witnesses, or court staff when necessary for their protection.
• Maintain security and control of prisoners/inmates in all county court facilities.
• Escorts or transports prisoners/inmates to assigned locations.
• Investigates criminal activity including performing full investigation of misdemeanors, felonies, and traffic offenses.
• Evaluates reported felony and misdemeanor offenses in assigned area and takes statements from suspects, victims, and witnesses.
• Contacts complainants and witnesses in follow-up investigations; interrogates suspects and make arrests when appropriate.
• Conduct surveillance of locations or persons as assigned; prepare criminal case files; develop probable cause of issuance of arrest or search warrants; and appear in court as a witness when required.

• Typical Qualifications

  • 21 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Certification as a Peace Officer by the Ohio Peace Officers’ Training Commission per Ohio Administrative Code
  • Ability to meet established physical and training requirements for standing, using stairways, running, lifting light to heavy objects, and protecting self and others against physical assault
  • A valid driver's license