JOB
Yellowstone County candidates for Deputy Sheriff shall adhere to generally accepted business standards for appearance with respect to body art and physical alterations. Face, neck, and hand tattoos are not permitted.
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A Deputy Sheriff serves in a highly responsible and visible capacity in the protection of life and property; preserves the public peace, prevents crimes, arrests violators of the law, enforces all laws and ordinances; does related work as required.
Officers are expected to use the minimum force necessary to carry out their duties and are required to handle a variety of potentially volatile and dangerous situations in a calm, confident, and effective manner.
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Class Specifications | Deputy Sheriff (Patrol) (MCA) | Class Spec Details
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Provides information and assistance to motorists, pedestrians and the general public;
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Performs traffic enforcement and investigates traffic accidents; conducts radar checks and issues warnings and citations for non-moving and moving violations;
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Manages an assigned area in order to prevent crime, traffic violations and accidents;
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Apprehends individuals suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and conducts appropriate tests;
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Places individuals under arrest, delivers Miranda warning, transports suspect, places suspect in detention and completes necessary paperwork.
