Deputy Sheriff III (Sergeant)

The Deputy Sheriff III (Sergeant) is responsible for the supervision, coordination, and oversight of various operational functions within the Chester County Sheriff’s Office.  This position provides leadership to Deputy Sheriff I, Deputy Sheriff II and Security personnel.  This position ensures compliance with all applicable statutes, regulations, and Sheriff’s Office policies.  The Sergeant is responsible for maintaining public safety, overseeing specialized operations, and ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the Sheriff’s Office functions.  

• Supervise and provide leadership to deputies across multiple operational functions, including court security, fugitive apprehension, prisoner transport, protective intelligence, drone operations, and other specialized units.  
• Oversee daily assignments, scheduling, and personnel deployment to ensure adequate staffing levels and operational efficiency.   
• Provide oversight of critical incidents and ensure proper response in accordance with policies and procedures.  
• Conduct evaluations of security risks and operational procedures, making recommendations for improvements as necessary. 
• Assist in training and professional development initiatives for deputies, including tactical response, defensive tactics, and de-escalation techniques.  
• Review and approve reports, use of force incidents, and operational plans to ensure compliance with legal and Sheriff’s Office requirements.  
• Participate in and oversee internal investigations, disciplinary actions, and personnel management issues.  
• Serve as Officer-in-Charge as required, taking command of incidents and ensuring effective decision making.  
• Assist with daily problems as they arise.
• Prepare Corporals evaluations and performance reviews.
• Review and approve deputy merit performance reviews.
• Participate in the rotation of Officer-in-Charge.
• Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), three years of job-related experience and/or training, or any combination of education, training, and experience.
• Complete Municipal Police Officers Education and Training (Act 120).
• Maintain Act 2 certification.
• Complete all annual in-service training requirements.
• Maintain firearms qualification.
• Maintain CPR, EMS Provider and OC certifications.
• Complete NIM Incident Command System training within one year of promotion.
• Complete an approved “police supervisor” training course.
• Strong knowledge of office policies and procedures.
• Must pass a pre-promotion drug screen conducted at an HR-approved testing facility.
• Criminal and civil law knowledge and experience.
• Strong knowledge of defensive and security tactics.
• Certified in basic first aid.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and listening skills.
• Ability to follow protocols to handle and resolve recurring problems.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish priorities and remain focused on daily operations.
• Accurate and detail oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and proceed with objectives 
• Able to use common sense understanding to follow written and verbal instruction
• Flexible, with an ability to carry multiple tasks to completion.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and at all levels.
• Professionalism, integrity, and honesty with an ability to handle confidential matters

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four plus years of job-related experience, strongest p[reference for supervisory roles.
• Strong professional ethics to maintain a high level of integrity and professionalism.  
• Experience in managing special operations such as fugitive apprehension, protective intelligence, and emergency operations.  

Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have: 

• Basic Microsoft Office suite skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Basic OutLook skills (Calendar and Email)

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; bend at the waist; kneel, stoop, crouch or squat; climb stairs; drive a vehicle during working hours; smell; and talk or hear.  Occasionally, the employee will need to reach or work with arms above shoulder height; push, lift or carry heavy objects; and work with an uncommon level of noise.  On rare occasions, the employee will need to crawl.  
The specific vision requirements listed for this position are:

• Close and distant vision.
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
• Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus (driving and firearms handling).
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) due to criminals approaching from the side.
• Ability to qualify yearly for night shooting.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Will work around criminals a minimum of eight hours a day.
• Must always be on the defensive with heightened awareness.

Other:

• Ability to work extended hours, as necessary.

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.