Applications are now being accepted for a pre-employment testing list. This posting is being used to create a list of qualified and available candidates for a Deputy Sheriff-Security position.

DEPUTY SHERIFF/SECURITY GRADE 7

$21.51/

Hour Shift Available:

Full

•Time (Non-Exempt)

Office Hours:

8:00 AM

•4:30 PM Monday

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Friday Budgeted Hours:

8 hours per day / 40 hours per week (Actual work hours established by department to include unpaid lunch) Shift Differentials

OPPORTUNITY FOR A SIGN ON BONUS!

!! $1000 ($500 at time of hire, and $500 at the completion of training)

Summary of Job Functions:

Maintains security screening operations at public entrances via visual checks, walk-through metal detector, and hand-held metal detector devices. Performs a daily physical check of the interior and exterior of buildings. Responds to disturbances/security problems in and on county property. Interacts effectively with county employees and users of county facilities. Utilizes various office equipment and technology to maintain records and files. Resolves volatile situations in a professional manner. In the absence of volunteers, assists visitors with building information and directions. Assists in maintaining law and order. Performs other deputized duties as required during working hours. Transports prisoners and intellectually disabled patients to/from courts, mental hospitals, and various facilities throughout the state. Provides security for judges, courtroom, and courthouse offices. Performs routine law enforcement duties and makes arrests. Performs public service presentations, assists with mock trials, booths at fairs, etc. Attends meetings, seminars, and in-service training as required. Performs other job-related duties as required. Performs security and provides a law enforcement presence at the University Park Airport. Assists Airport Authority and TSA personnel. Assists PSUPD as requested or necessary. Provides incident reports as required for any incidents that may occur on duty. Performs work in accordance with Airport Authority and TSA regulations.

•Some of these duties are performed as needed to cover staffing shortages, deputies on vacation or deputies at training. Deputy Sheriff Security will fill other essential positions on a as needed basis.

•Must be able to pass a Physical Fitness Test prior to employment and pass same Physical Fitness Test in the Deputy Sheriff Training Academy (ACT 2).

Minimum Training and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent plus additional law enforcement training. Must be willing and able to attend academy and be certified as a Deputy Sheriff for the State of PA (Act 2), OR be Act 120 certified (MPOETC), OR be a former Pennsylvania State Police Trooper OR former Act 120 certified police officer. If a former Pennsylvania State Police Trooper or Act 120 certified police officer, active status/certification must have been within the last five (5) years from County hire date. Prior experience in law enforcement, security and Military helpful. For more information contact HR at 814-355-6748 or humanresources@centrecountypa.gov Centre County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer