Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (KY)
Reserve Deputy Sheriff (Volunteer)
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (KY), Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
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Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (KY) Agency Overview
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting the work of local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County. Agency Overview
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting the work of local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County.
Position Overview
KRS 70.045 authorizes the Sheriff to appoint and swear in Reserve Deputy Sheriffs (Special Deputies) "in order to assist the Sheriff with general law enforcement and maintenance of public order". The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Reserve Deputy Unit is Kentucky's largest and one of the most-respected Reserve units in the country. JCSO Reserve Deputies assist with the daily duties of the Sheriff's office both in the Courts and in Street Operations. Furthermore, this group of dedicated volunteers provide the community with law enforcement support for community events across the county. While on Sheriff-approved details, Reserve Deputies have full law enforcement powers and are equipped and trained to ensure the safety of the public. The Reserve Unit has promotional opportunities to gain leadership skills and also provides specialized training with our specialty units including the River Unit, Bike Team, Motor Unit, Honor Guard and Drone Team. Serving in the Reserve Unit is a volunteer opportunity like no other.
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have honorable discharge from military, if applicable
Must not have been convicted of a felony - misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis.
No use of marijuana in the last 1 year, no use of illegal controlled substances in the last 6 years.
Salary/Benefits
This position is unpaid and offers no benefits.Uniforms and equipment provided at the discretion of the Sheriff.
SELECTION PROCESS
Criminal History Check
Interview
Physical Ability Assessment
Polygraph Examination
Background Investigation
Sheriff/Command Staff Review
Medical Exam and Drug Screening
Fingerprinting
ACADEMY INFORMATION
Upon selection to the training class, recruits complete over 200 hours of law enforcement training provided by JCSO Training Staff. Training lasts approximately 4 months and is held three evenings each week and an occasional Saturday. Instruction does not result in a State certification, however it does allow Reserve Deputiesto be sworn in with powers who work at the direction of the Sheriff.
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Reserve Deputy Sheriff (Volunteer)
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Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (KY) 21 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Reserve Deputy Sheriff (Volunteer)
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Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (KY) Agency Overview
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting the work of local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County. Agency Overview
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting the work of local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County.
Position Overview
KRS 70.045 authorizes the Sheriff to appoint and swear in Reserve Deputy Sheriffs (Special Deputies) "in order to assist the Sheriff with general law enforcement and maintenance of public order". The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Reserve Deputy Unit is Kentucky's largest and one of the most-respected Reserve units in the country. JCSO Reserve Deputies assist with the daily duties of the Sheriff's office both in the Courts and in Street Operations. Furthermore, this group of dedicated volunteers provide the community with law enforcement support for community events across the county. While on Sheriff-approved details, Reserve Deputies have full law enforcement powers and are equipped and trained to ensure the safety of the public. The Reserve Unit has promotional opportunities to gain leadership skills and also provides specialized training with our specialty units including the River Unit, Bike Team, Motor Unit, Honor Guard and Drone Team. Serving in the Reserve Unit is a volunteer opportunity like no other.
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have honorable discharge from military, if applicable
Must not have been convicted of a felony - misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis.
No use of marijuana in the last 1 year, no use of illegal controlled substances in the last 6 years.
Salary/Benefits
This position is unpaid and offers no benefits.Uniforms and equipment provided at the discretion of the Sheriff.
SELECTION PROCESS
Criminal History Check
Interview
Physical Ability Assessment
Polygraph Examination
Background Investigation
Sheriff/Command Staff Review
Medical Exam and Drug Screening
Fingerprinting
ACADEMY INFORMATION
Upon selection to the training class, recruits complete over 200 hours of law enforcement training provided by JCSO Training Staff. Training lasts approximately 4 months and is held three evenings each week and an occasional Saturday. Instruction does not result in a State certification, however it does allow Reserve Deputiesto be sworn in with powers who work at the direction of the Sheriff.
Questions related to this position or its selection process can be sent to careers@jcsoky.org. Seniority level
Seniority level Internship Employment type
Job function
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Law Enforcement Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (KY) by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Deputy Sheriff” roles.
Louisville, KY $20,000.00-$64,269.12 4 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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