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OVERVIEW Kitsap County Sheriff's Office is looking for the best and brightest individuals who want to join our family. Kitsap County offers challenging and exciting careers at one of the most beautiful areas in Washington State. We love where we work and live.

When you become part of the team, you are welcomed into our close knit family. Our department is progressive and prides itself on keeping up with the latest technology and equipment. Here, no two days are the same.

Life working at Kitsap County Sheriff's office is always an adventure. At Kitsap County, the sky is the limit. Our personalized approach to your future growth includes progressive job-related training, development of leadership skills and on-the-job training.

Advance your career by pursuing leadership and specialization training. What you do here really matters, so stand out, be bold and be your best self. The Kitsap County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing quality public safety services in partnership with our diverse communities.

We are a full service agency employing 125 Commissioned Deputies, 95 Corrections Officers and 38 support personnel that are supplemented by well over 150 volunteers providing exceptional law enforcement services for the citizens of Kitsap County. Position Information Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the incumbent in this position is a commissioned law enforcement officer that performs journey-level law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, the maintenance of order, the investigation of crime, and related work as required. It is required to work both independently and as part of a team.

Distinguishing Characteristics The Deputy Sheriff 2 is the second level in a two level classification series. The Deputy Sheriff 2 classification is distinguished from the Deputy Sheriff 1 classification by performance of more complex law enforcement duties than that of the entry level Deputy Sheriff 1. Work is performed under regular or frequent supervisory review for adherence to policy, authority, and procedures of the Sheriff's office.

Required Education and Experience High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); AND Complete Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) Law Enforcement Basic Academy or equivalency academy that is recognized by the CJTC; AND Successfully completed an agency's law enforcement patrol FTO; AND Successfully complete WSCJTC Equivalency Academy within one year of hire. Please Note: Applicants that have been separated from employment for more than one year as a full-time, commissioned law enforcement officer by a state police/patrol, county sheriff's office or municipal police agency do not qualify for the lateral position and can apply for the Deputy Sheriff 1 position. Employment from other law enforcement agencies will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to Kitsap County Human Resources and CJTC review.

For assistance with this process, contact humanresources@kitsap.gov to be connected with the appropriate Human Resources staff assigned to Civil Service. Candidates determined by CJTC to not be equivalent will still be eligible for the entry level position. Applicants will be disqualified if they have resigned in lieu of being terminated for cause or were discharged for disqualifying misconduct from a full-time commissioned law enforcement position, in accordance with RCW 43.101

Preferred Education, Experience and Other Qualifications Washington State lateral candidates that do not have to attend the equivalency academy will receive 5% preference points added to the overall score. Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment the successful candidate must: Have completed the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Academy or possess a valid Peace Officer's certification (RCW 43.101.095)

Pass multi-phased testing process including physical agility, oral board interview, credit and criminal background check through law enforcement agencies and a lie detection examination. Pass all medical/physical and psychological evaluation requirements. In accordance with RCW 41.14.100, an applicant for a position of any kind under civil service under the provisions of this chapter, must be a citizen of the United States of America, a lawful permanent resident or a deferred action for childhood arrivals recipient who can speak, read, and write the English language

At time of appointment the successful candidate must: Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License. Be able to fulfill all traveling requirements of this position and meet the qualifications and guidelines of the Sheriff's Office Vehicle Operation Policies in the operation of a motor vehicle on County business. During employment the successful candidate must: Complete the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy (WSCJTC BLEA) equivalency if applicable.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Federal, state and local laws. Law enforcement practices and techniques, specifically those relating to criminal investigation and report writing. General principles of criminal investigation.

Techniques of interviewing and interrogation. Identification and preservation of physical evidence. Skills and/or Ability to: Appear for scheduled shifts with regular, predictable and punctual attendance.

Work various shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as required. Be of service to a diverse population, respecting others values, cultures and/or backgrounds. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others using tact, courtesy and good judgment.

Complete the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification. Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intention and those of the organization. Effectively plan, prioritize, organize and complete multiple tasks within prescribed timeframes.

Use independent judgment in deciding courses of action handling difficult and emergency situations without assistance. Meet minimum department standards on firearms qualifications and accurately fire weapons in stressful situations. Read, write and speak the English language so as to be easily understood (RCW 41.14.100)

Compose and prepare incident reports, logically organizing details. Operate standard office equipment such as personal computer/word processor, calculators, copiers and telephone system. Maintaining confidentiality and integrity of sensitive criminal history and related law enforcement agency information, data, files and systems Read, understand, interpret and apply relevant federal and state laws, county ordinances and established principles, practices, policies and procedures of law enforcement.

Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position. Learn and use investigative techniques and procedures. Satisfactorily complete prescribed courses of training at the academy and during in-service training programs within prescribed timeframes.

Compose and prepare incident reports, logically organizing details. Working Conditions/Physical Activities The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require: Work in a vehicle and in an office setting. Assist in emergency situations dealing with stressful, violent and combative situations. Safely operate an emergency vehicle in dangerous climates and situations.

Walking, standing, sitting, digital dexterity, talking, hearing and seeing all for extended periods of time. Sufficient strength and flexibility including running, jumping, balancing, climbing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, twisting, crouching, reaching, lifting, carrying, dragging, throwing, pushing/pulling in order to physically subdue, apprehend and restrain prisoners or suspects in a variety of volatile, possibly dangerous situations. Visual acuity is required to conduct investigations of traffic accidents and crime scenes and operate mobile data terminals.

Substantial in-person contact with the public, suspects, prisoners and other law enforcement agencies requires that the incumbent hear voice communication and respond appropriately. Wearing protective equipment a required by the Department. Exposed to the hazards associated with all weather conditions and traffic.

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.) Essential Job Duties: Patrol a designated area of the County in a police patrol vehicle and/or on foot to deter and discover crime. Perform on-scene investigations at crime scenes. Aid persons in trouble and render other public services as needed

Patrol a designated area of the County in a patrol car, boat, or on a motorcycle to enforce traffic and parking ordinances and investigate accidents. Operate a radar unit to discover speed violations. Routinely check vehicle identification against current list of stolen vehicles and identification of violator against list of outstanding arrest warrants.

Issue citations to violators of state laws and County ordinances. Serve warrants of arrest; arrest persons on misdemeanor and felony charges. Handcuff and search arrested persons and secure their custody.

Complete necessary reports concerning alleged crimes and available evidence and witnesses. Serve subpoenas, garnishments, writs of execution, writs of attachment, writs of restitution, orders of sale and various other civil processes issued by the courts. Respond to reports of possible crime and take action as the situation requires securing the scene.

Interview victims and witnesses. Gather evidence and arrest suspects; complete incident and arrest reports. Investigate persons suspected of being engaged in crime and ascertain and secure evidence pertaining to alleged crime and arrest suspects for probable cause.

Respond to scenes of accidents; administer emergency first aid and summon aid cars or other patrol units for assistance in treating the injured and controlling the scene. Interview principals and witnesses, make general drawings of accident scenes noting details and complete a standard accident report. Issue citations or make arrests as the situation warrants.

Investigate and assist drivers in stalled vehicles and pedestrians who appear to be hurt or in trouble. Interview persons with complaints or inquiries, give information on laws and ordinances, and attempt to resolve the problem or to direct them to proper authorities. When assigned to the jail, is responsible for the care and custody of incarcerated inmates and to maintain security of the jail as prescribed by standard operating procedures.

Perform guard duty at hospitals and in court. Transfer inmates to and from jail and courts. Conduct comprehensive and specialized criminal investigations of reported crimes appropriate to their assignment.

Interview victims and witnesses; locate, arrest and interview suspects. Arrange line-ups for victims and witness identification. Gather evidence and conduct necessary searches.

Prepare case files detailing all aspects of an investigation and present it through the chain of command to a prosecuting attorney. Develop street contacts to obtain information about crime; maintain contact with paroled criminals and suspects at large. Perform undercover and decoy work; check known and possible stolen property outlets such as pawn shops and junkyards.

Receive training in the safety and use of firearms and other weapons. Discharge firearms and other weapons accurately. Testify in court.

May perform specialized duties depending on individual officer's background and ability, and the needs of the department. Other Job Duties: May be assigned as Field Training Officers to more junior Deputy Sheriffs and may perform specialized duty assignments, such as K-9 or Investigator. Perform other related duties as assigned.

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Base Salary $92,414.40 - $112,320 Assignment pay for special duty (Detective, Investigator, K9, Bomb Tech, S&R, FTO, Traffic Collision Specialist, SWAT, SRO, CRO, Drug Recognition Expert, Crisis Negotiation Team, Crisis Intervention Team, Agency Lead Instructor) Longevity pay Language pay (2%) for certified bilingual capability in approved languages Shift Differential pay Education Incentive (AA = 1%, BA/BS = 2%) KCSO may, at its discretion, offer one or more of the following lateral hiring incentives: Recognize prior service time as a full-time commissioned law enforcement officer for purposes of calculating longevity and annual leave accrual rate One week (53.3 hours) of annual leave and one week of sick leave in addition to determined accrual rate Incumbents in this position are: Classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Covered under a collective bargaining agreement. Required to wear the issued uniform. Considered as a 'key and essential employee' and are expected to report to duty on time and remain at work until the end of the scheduled shift even if an inclement weather event or emergency is declared

Applicants will be disqualified who have resigned in lieu of termination or were discharged for disqualifying misconduct from a full-time, commissioned law enforcement position during their probationary period. VETERAN'S SCORING CRITERIA Veteran's scoring criteria is granted in accordance with RCW 41.047.010 to applicants who have not used it previously in securing any past public sector employment. Candidates claiming Veteran's Scoring Criteria must submit their DD214 and the Kitsap County Veteran's Scoring Criteria Declaration form

The form is available at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Documents/Veterans%20Scoring%20Criteria%20Declaration%20(formerly%20Veterans%20Preference).pdf OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION When an applicant on the hiring register is offered permanent employment that will be contingent upon the applicant successfully passing a medical, psychological and polygraph examination, and a complete reference and background investigation, executive board interview and any other process deemed necessary by the Sheriff's Office. Any conviction record may be disqualifying. The term of the hiring register shall norm...