Top 6 Sheriff Jobs in Adams County Co

Sheriff's Office Academy Recruit
Adams County Colorado —Adams County, CO
- $74,585.95 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Deputy Sheriff-Lateral Jail Deputy
Adams County Colorado —Brighton, CO
- $79,122.46 - $110,771.45 a year
- 12 hour shift
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Sheriff's Office - Volunteer Non-certified Posse
Adams County Colorado —Adams County, CO
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Building Maintenance Technician - Detention Facility - I-III
Adams County Colorado —Brighton, CO
- $23.26 - $38.79 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Continuing education credits
- Disability insurance
Reserve Deputy
Adams County Colorado —Brighton, CO
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Pre-employment physical examination

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Sheriff's Office Academy Recruit

Adams County Colorado -
Adams County, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$74,585.95 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Physical conditioning

Full Job Description

What Success Looks Like In This Job

Mission:

To be a reliable and proactive agency that protects and serves the community equally.

Vision:

To provide a trusted and respected service to our community through strong leadership, professionalism, and innovation.

Values:

Dependability, Collaboration, Compassion, Unity

This is a non-certified Sheriff Recruit position which involves participation in a formal law enforcement training program involving both classroom and practical instruction in subjects such as criminal law, civil law, evidence collection and investigation, patrol activities, administration of justice, community relations, report writing, first aid/CPR, firearms, arrest control tactics and driving. This program is approved by the Colorado Peace Officer and Standards Training Board.
Throughout the Academy program, Recruits will also participate in regular physical training; knowledge, skills and abilities will be assessed through multiple choice and true/false tests, role playing exercises and performance tests.

Upon successful completion of Academy training, Recruits will take the Colorado P.O.S.T. test and upon successful completion, will be Colorado P.O.S.T. Certified.

Apply soon as we have limited openings and spots fill up quickly!

SPECIAL NOTE: For all applicants, this is a reminder of the original job posting where it stated: “Applicants may be excluded from further consideration at any point in the hiring process. By Sheriff’s Office policy, the reasons why an applicant is not selected for hire will not be discussed with the applicant. There is no flexibility with this policy. If an applicant receives notice of elimination from the hiring process, it simply means the applicant’s qualifications do not fit the Office’s needs at this time. This determination does not preclude the applicant.

Examples of Duties for Success

Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders.
Attend all scheduled academy training sessions.
Prepare written reports,
Participate in physical training programs, field activities in various environmental conditions.
Engage in formal inspections.
Upon successful completion of academy training, Recruits will take the Colorado P.O.S.T. test and upon successfully passing the test, receive Conditional Peace Officer Authority from Colorado P.O.S.T.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications for Success

Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
Must be at least 21 years of age prior to June 2027
Must have a Valid driver's license
Must meet criteria established by P.O.S.T. if you are a Non-United States Citizens. Please follow this link for more information: (DACA recipients who meet Colorado P.O.S.T. eligibility are encouraged to apply).

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A testing and background process will be utilized to select the most qualified candidates.

TESTING PROCESS [IMPORTANT]

Written Exam (flexible):
- The Adams County Sheriff’s Office offers testing services for the Academy Cadet position through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select ‘Find Jobs’, then select Law Enforcement Jobs and sign up for the Adams County Sheriff’s Office.
- When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:
  - Law Enforcement Jobs / Select Adams County Colorado Academy Recruit
- Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test.
  Review all information related to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Academy Cadet position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits.
- Review detailed information about the testing process.
- Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).
- If you would like to purchase a practice test you can access it at the following links. Each are owned by outside companies and have various reviews.
  - Ergo (NTN) Practice Test
  - Police Test Info Practice Test
- Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. Candidates who attain a passing score of 70% or greater on the entry-level exam will be placed on the Sheriff’s Office list. The Sheriff’s Office will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process.
- National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry-level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the responsibility and decision-making in the testing process for the Sheriff’s Office. All candidate results are provided to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office where the final decisions are made.
Physical Ability Course (PAC)
- The PAC is a timed course wherein you will complete 9 obstacles. This phase is pass/fail. Candidates must complete the course in 2 Minutes or less to continue in the selection process. Participation in the PAC testing is mandatory.
Physical Fitness Test Battery (mandatory participation)
- The physical fitness assessment is a series of four tests to include: cadence push-ups, sit-ups, a 1 1/2 mile run, and a flexibility test. This portion requires mandatory participation but is not pass/fail.
Oral Board Interview
- The oral board interview will take approximately 30 minutes. Candidates must obtain a 70% or greater in the oral board to continue.
- Opportunity to obtain extra points in the areas of education and military service.

Candidates that pass the testing phase will move on to backgrounds. The Background process may include any/all of the following (all steps must be passed successfully):

Two-phase psychological evaluation
Integrity Interview
CVSA exam
Physical exam

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Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

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