Deputy Sheriff Lateral - Frederick

JOB INFORMATION · Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; varied schedule (shift differential and premium pay eligible); full benefits · This uniformed deputy sheriff is assigned to the Court Security Unit of the Frederic ...

Job description

JOB INFORMATION
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; varied schedule (shift differential and premium pay eligible); full benefits

This uniformed deputy sheriff is assigned to the Court Security Unit of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office (FCSO).

This position is responsible for providing security to the overall County Courthouse including its visitors, County personnel, State personnel, and prisoners in FCSO custody.

Supervision is received from the Court Security Unit Sergeant.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members.

If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Total Compensation Package

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays

Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan).

This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

Work/Life balance programs include:
Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.

Coming in 2025:
Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

Work Court Security posts as assigned
Perform full service law enforcement and civil process duties; enforce laws related to Court operations and Courthouse security and functions
Provide information and assistance to individuals in the Courthouse and courtrooms; provide courtroom security and order; conduct court room searches, cell checks, and head counts
Arrest and cite individuals who commit offenses
Maintain records of daily activities; report unusual occurrences and incidents
Conduct arrest and interview procedures
Conduct prisoner searches; provide supervision and control of prisoners in custody; coordinate transportation, delivery, and transfer of prisoner custody; process new prisoners received from the court
Provide training of newly assigned deputies
Ensure proper staffing of posts are maintained
Respond to and assist security personnel as problems arise
Conduct prisoner movement between courtrooms, other court locations, holding cells and transportation services
Provide security and services to judges and courts personnel as required
Participate in special operations and assists with staffing needs in other divisions as assigned
Process and serve paperwork to include protective orders, warrants, evictions, etc. as required
Supervise court security personnel when assigned as courts supervisor
Perform related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications And Requirements

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Minimum age 21 years
U.S.A. citizenship
High school graduation or the equivalent
Current Law Enforcement certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) or a comparable certification from a State outside of Maryland
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized records systems
Ability to work independently, to respond appropriately to situations as they occur, and to complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to effectively maintain security, control and discipline over individuals, groups and courtroom activities
Ability to successfully complete and maintain training and qualification requirements of the FCSO
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with FCSO standards
Ability to keep physically fit and meet the requirements of the position
Ability to operate security screening and monitoring equipment

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Sound physical condition in order to effectively respond to the spontaneous physical demands of comprehensive law enforcement duties (e.g. arrest, restraint and control of suspects/prisoners, foot pursuit, search and rescue, etc.); ability to meet and maintain compliance with FCSO physical fitness standards
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently sitting, walking and driving; occasionally climbing, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds, reaching and performing repetitive motions; and is rarely crawling, lifting over 50 pounds, pushing over 40 pounds, and pulling over 40 pounds
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is constantly working outdoors and indoors; frequently walking on uneven ground, working in hot temperatures (above 100 degrees) and cold temperatures (below 32 degrees); occasionally works in a dirty environment and is required to wear protective equipment; and rarely works in a dusty and noisy environment, works in confined spaces; works at heights or below ground level, near machinery, near chemicals or fumes, with potential exposure to infectious diseases

Additional Information / Examination Process

Available for 24-hour call-in, any shift as assigned, weekends, holidays and mandatory overtime
This position is subject to random drug testing, to include testing for marijuana
A Deputy Sheriff Lateral becomes eligible for the rank of Deputy First Class upon completion of the 18-month probationary
Secondary employment will not be approved for FCSO personnel before successful completion of the field training period
Completion of the examination/selection process can take up to 12 months. Candidates found eligible, but not immediately selected, may be contacted for subsequent placement within 1 year
Candidates who were previously rejected may reapply for consideration, however those declined for reasons that assure another rejection will not be reconsidered

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may Include)

An evaluation of training and experience
Physical ability testing
A spoken examination administered before a panel
One or more personal interviews
A pre-employment background investigation conducted by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office
A pre-employment polygraph test (inquiries include criminal, credit, drug use and personal history)
A pre-employment physical examination and drug test, to include testing for marijuana
A pre-employment psychological examination

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources.

Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to

Retirement Plan

A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees.

Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification.

The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit.

Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance

County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs.

The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions.

Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance

Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan.

Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee.

Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment


NOTE:

Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses.

The maximum contribution is $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses).

Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to:
deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance

Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death.

Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation

The County offers a Section 457 Plan.

Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account.

Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan.

Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.

Educational Reimbursement Program

County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government.

The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses.

If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books.

If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program

This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related issue or concern.

Leave

Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period.


Annual Leave accrues as follows:
Years of service days per year

0 – 2 years 11 days

2 – 10 years 17 days

10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.


NOTE:

Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.

Holidays

The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Government's benefits package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.

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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying.

The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application.

Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application.

When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours.

If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, you will not be considered further.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

Yes
No

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Do you have a valid automobile operator's license?

Yes
No

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Are you a citizen of the United States of America?

Yes
No

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Have you earned a high school diploma or the equivalency?

Yes
No

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Are you currently certified as a Police Officer through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission?

Yes
No
I am certified as a Police Officer in a state other than Maryland

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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please indicate in the text box below where you received your certification? OR if you are certified in a state besides Maryland, what year did you attend an academy and how many credit hours did you complete for the academy.

Required Question