Sheriff Deputy at Keith County

Summary

Job Title Sheriff Deputy – Keith County Sheriff's Office (Ogallala, NE)Position Summary The Sheriff Deputy is responsible for maintaining peace and enforcing laws within the county's jurisdiction. This is a full‑time, on‑site position.Responsibilities Monitor assigned areas to prevent and respond to criminal activity, ensuring public safety.Respond to emergency calls, accidents, disturbances, and criminal incidents.Conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and write detailed reports.Apprehend suspects, issue citations, and transport individuals to detention facilities.Serve subpoenas, provide courtroom security, and testify in legal proceedings.Foster positive relationships with community members, participate in outreach programs, and provide crime prevention education.Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic during incidents or events, and investigate accidents.Deliver legal documents such as eviction notices, restraining orders, court summons, etc.All other duties as assigned.Preferred Talents Working knowledge of Keith County Sheriff's Office Policy and Procedures.Speak, read, and write the English language.Communicate effectively both verbally and written.Knowledge of modern law‑enforcement principles, practices, procedures, state laws, local ordinances, and first aid.Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Flexibility in scheduling.Modern office practices and basic math skills.Relevant computer hardware and software applications.Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent.Ability to attend and graduate from the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center (NLETC) Basic Academy Training.Nebraska Operators License.Physical Requirements Required to work with the hand or hands in handling, seizing, holding, or grasping motions and with the fingers in picking or pinching actions.Frequent lifting up to 30 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs of force.Occasionally required to maintain body equilibrium while bending at the waist or at the knees.Required to sit, stand for long periods, talk, hear, walk, climb, balance, kneel, or crawl.Working Environment The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, including physically violent or mentally disturbed persons.Work outside normal business hours, with potential requirements for weekends, nights, and holidays.Noise level is typically moderate, occasionally loud, with frequent interruptions and multiple demands.Benefits Health insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceWork Location In person.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Job Title Sheriff Deputy – Keith County Sheriff's Office (Ogallala, NE)Position Summary The Sheriff Deputy is responsible for maintaining peace and enforcing laws within the county's jurisdiction. This is a full‑time, on‑site position.Responsibilities Monitor assigned areas to prevent and respond to criminal activity, ensuring public safety.Respond to emergency calls, accidents, disturbances, and criminal incidents.Conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and write detailed reports.Apprehend suspects, issue citations, and transport individuals to detention facilities.Serve subpoenas, provide courtroom security, and testify in legal proceedings.Foster positive relationships with community members, participate in outreach programs, and provide crime prevention education.Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic during incidents or events, and investigate accidents.Deliver legal documents such as eviction notices, restraining orders, court summons, etc.All other duties as assigned.Preferred Talents Working knowledge of Keith County Sheriff's Office Policy and Procedures.Speak, read, and write the English language.Communicate effectively both verbally and written.Knowledge of modern law‑enforcement principles, practices, procedures, state laws, local ordinances, and first aid.Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Flexibility in scheduling.Modern office practices and basic math skills.Relevant computer hardware and software applications.Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent.Ability to attend and graduate from the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center (NLETC) Basic Academy Training.Nebraska Operators License.Physical Requirements Required to work with the hand or hands in handling, seizing, holding, or grasping motions and with the fingers in picking or pinching actions.Frequent lifting up to 30 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs of force.Occasionally required to maintain body equilibrium while bending at the waist or at the knees.Required to sit, stand for long periods, talk, hear, walk, climb, balance, kneel, or crawl.Working Environment The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, including physically violent or mentally disturbed persons.Work outside normal business hours, with potential requirements for weekends, nights, and holidays.Noise level is typically moderate, occasionally loud, with frequent interruptions and multiple demands.Benefits Health insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceWork Location In person.#J-18808-Ljbffr