POSITION: Deputy Sheriff

AGENCY: Athens-Clarke County, Georgia; Sheriff Dept/Jail Div.

COMPENSATION: $23,965 annual entry rate; pay grade 13

CLOSING DATE: None; Continuously accepting applications

TO APPLY: To apply for a position with us, call, write or come to: Athens-Clarke County Personnel Department, P.O. Box 1868, 325 East Washington Street, Athens, Georgia 30603-1868, or Courthouse Annex, Room 180, Athens, Georgia 30601-4514. Job Line (706) 613-3100; Fax Line (706) 613-3118; TDD Line (706) 613-3115; General Information (706) 613-3090; or E-mail us at [email protected]. Applications accepted during normal office hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (Except recognized government holidays). Athens-Clarke County Unified Government considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a disability or any other legally protected status. We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicant must be able to pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for maintaining security in the jail and for performing necessary functions to ensure the safety and well-being of inmates, employees, and visitors. To be considered for employment, the minimum qualifications are:

   * At least 18 years of age
   * High School Diploma or GED
   * Clean Criminal Record
   * Valid Georgia Driver's License
   * No adverse driving record
  * U. S. Citizenship
   * Good Credit Record
   * Good Health
   * Good Moral Character

The process is thorough to ensure the best qualified candidates are selected. This selection process includes, but is not limited to:

   * Entry Level Testing
   * Background Investigation
   * Oral Interview
   * Psychological Evaluation
   * Medical Examination Including Drug Testing

Once you have submitted an application and successfully completed the Entry Level Examination , you could be considered for employment for a period of one year from the date of successful completion. Previous correctional facility experience and public relations skills are preferred. Applicant must meet P.O.S.T. requirements. The hours for this position are 84 hours every two weeks (12 hour shifts).

Last modified on Friday, January 29, 1999