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Gwinnett County Government

**Career From Here Hiring Event - Deputy Sheriff Senior**

Gwinnett County Government, New York, New York, United States

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Deputy Sheriff Senior



Gwinnett County Government

Job Description This is the first level in the Deputy Sheriff series. The full‑certified Peace Officer is responsible for performing duties in assigned divisions of the Sheriff's Office: Court Operations, Field Operations, Support Operations, and Administrative Services. The position may also include work in Jail Operations based on agency needs and at the discretion of the Sheriff or designee.

Essential Duties

Respond to calls and assist with the apprehension of suspects or inmates.

Conduct searches for contraband and ensure proper handling of evidence.

Testify in court, serve warrants, civil processes, and court orders.

Prepare affidavits, reports, and warrants; confirm validity and serve documents as required.

Maintain daily logs of shift activity and prepare various reports.

Escort and transport inmates to and from departments, courts, and appointments.

Resolve disputes between the public and prepare reports on crimes, violations, and accidents.

Complete reports related to arrest and incarceration of subjects in and outside the county, perform searches, inventory, confiscate, or distribute property related to the case.

Issue citations and make arrests for violations of laws and ordinances.

Analyze evidence, reports, and intelligence in investigating incidents and crimes.

Maintain safety and security in the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, Courts Annex, Detention Center, and other county locations.

Attend daily roll‑call to receive briefing information and instruction concerning duties and criminal activity.

Public Speaking Duties

May be required to testify in court.

Other Job Requirements/Information

Safety‑sensitive position requiring a pre‑employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.

Required public safety background check including motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and fingerprinting.

May require 24‑hour on‑call rotation, overtime, work weekends, holidays, 10‑hour, 12‑hour, and rotating shifts.

Salary (2023)

$5,700 hiring incentive for new hires.

Base salary range: $57,803.00 – $94,326.22 with incentives up to $59,537.09 for an Associate degree and $61,271.18 for a Bachelor’s degree.

Eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

At least one year of law enforcement experience.

Currently Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer (PBLE Basic Law Enforcement Certified).

Valid Georgia driver’s license.

Minimum age of 21 and U.S. citizenship.

Ability to use computer for data entry in jail management software and report writing.

Law enforcement, military, or security experience highly preferred.

Additional Information Gwinnett County Government is an award‑winning employer offering health coverage, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of benefits can be up to 49% of total compensation.

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. For job‑posting questions, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.

Seniority Level Entry Level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industry Government Administration

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