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SalaryPlease visit our web page www.newtonsheriffga.org to complete an online application or print out an application. The Newton County Sheriff's Office in Covington, GA is looking for Deputies to work in the Newton County area. Previous applicants need not re-apply.
Paid Holidays, Vacation Time & more!
Job Responsibilities:
Maintains law and order and protects life and property to include:
- Patrols assigned geographic area; receives and responds to dispatch calls
- Investigates and takes appropriate action on assigned calls
- Conducts security checks of businesses, parks, public building, industrial areas and residences
- Maintains traffic control through observation and use of speed detection devices
- Detains and tests suspected impaired drivers
- Issues citations and/or makes arrests for violations of laws and ordinances;
- Prepares incident and accident reports
- Attends and testifies in court
- Responds to natural and man-made disasters
- Transports prisoners and/or arrestees
- Locates defendants and serves criminal warrants
- Assists with crowd control
- Reports hazardous conditions on public roadways and bridges
- Conducts surveillance and investigations
- Provides assistance to the public as needed
- Provides information and guidance regarding victim’s rights
- Works with code enforcement
- Renders aid to the injured (prior to EMS arrival)
- Requests assistance of other agencies as needed
- Directs traffic
- Processes arrested persons following established procedures
- Participates in daily roll call including inspection and training prior shift
- Participates in training programs, classes, etc.
- May serve as field training officer
- Works with public, civic organizations, etc. in conducting community activities
We offer:
- $3,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Competitive starting pay rates! (based on experience)
- Overtime pay available
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k Employer Match
- Employer Paid POABF Membership and Dues
- On the Job Training (OJT) - Military Post 911 GI Bill, if eligible
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $53,035.00 - $57,613.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Is your status at GA Post in "Good Standing" (Must not be under "File Review")?
Experience:
- Law enforcement: 1 year (Required)
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- GA POST Law Enforcement Certificate that begins with PBLE? (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Covington, GA 30014 (Required)
Work Location: In person
