GENERAL SUMMARY

Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Deputies Association, an Affiliate of the Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM)

This position performs the law enforcement functions of a Deputy Sheriff for Kalamazoo County. This position provides enforcement of all criminal and traffic laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Duties include operating emergency vehicles and, patrolling county areas to enforce traffic laws, and responding to emergencies or other calls for assistance from the dispatcher. Investigate traffic accidents, domestic disturbances, and reports of criminal activity; conduct surveillance/searches and gather evidence.
• Pursue suspects, issue traffic & appearance citations, make probable cause & warrant arrests, and transport suspects in custody.
• Prepare written reports and records, including completing Vehicle Pursuit forms, Use of Force forms, arrest reports, On-the-job Injury reports, and other case-related documentation.
• Testify in case-related court proceedings. Other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.