Hours: Full time, Non-exempt (hourly)

Pay Scale: $24.81-$30.94/hour

POSTING DATE: December 16, 2022

CLOSING DATE: January 6, 2023

How to Apply

You may pick up an application in person at 97 Hammond Street, Bangor ME, Human Relations Office or on our website at http://www.penobscot-county.net/employment. Application packages must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on January 6, 2023 to be considered.

Submit completed application to:

Penobscot County

Attn: Human Relations

97 Hammond Street

Bangor, ME 04401

Job Description

A Civil Deputy must meet the standards necessary to be commissioned as a Deputy Sheriff. This position is responsible for the service of civil documents. The Civil Deputy receives compensation through their salary and benefits as an employee. This work requires strength in public relations and maintaining a high standard of professionalism. This work is performed under general supervision.

Benefits

Penobscot County offers health, dental, life & AD&D, and vision insurance for its full-time employees as well as paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation (pay based on length of service). Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care, cancer, and short-term/long term disability plans. Employees have access to an employee gym. Penobscot County participates in the Maine State Retirement System and offers a 457(b) program.

Essential Job Function

1. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations applicable to the service of civil process.

2. Knowledge of Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures.

3. Knowledge of civil process document types and the related rules for proper service.

4. Possess knowledge of procedures for conducting Civil Orders of Arrest, Sheriff’s Sales, Evictions and other various civil process actions.

5. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency and efficiency in the following areas:

a. Ability to work irregular hours.

b. Ability to operate a motor vehicle under normal conditions.

c. Ability to control distraught or aggressive persons to include arrest and transportation.

d. Ability to communicate effectively.

e. Ability to write concise reports or affidavits in a timely manner as required under certain circumstances.

f. Ability to use and maintain equipment of the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office.

g. Ability to quickly assess available facts and make sound decisions.

h. Ability to work without immediate supervision.

i. Ability to use less lethal tools and firearms proficiently. Full-time civil deputies are required to carry firearms. Part-time civil deputies may do so upon a joint agreement with the Sheriff. When this option is requested, the employee must fulfill all requirements of training and qualification as set forth in Policy 1.3 (Use of Force) and 1.3.10 (Firearms).

j. Ability to walk on uneven terrain, climb stairways, sit and drive, get in and out of vehicle.

k. To conduct other duties as assigned at the discretion of the sheriff.

Other Related Duties/Responsibilities

Other required job duties and functions will be expected to be performed by a Civil Process Deputy but are not limited to the following:

a. Service of civil process in a service area as determined by the Sheriff.

b. Respond to requests for service as received through mail, email, police radio, or telephone.

c. Completes the Return of Service for documents served in a timely manner.

d. Assists emergency needs of public until public safety units arrive, i.e. traffic accidents, sickness, dangers to persons or property, etc.

Specifications/Qualifications

A. Education/Training (Minimum required):

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Pre-service Law Enforcement Training (100 or 200 hour) – minimum requirement.

B. Job Related Experience:

1. Previous experience in document service preferred.

2. Previous experience in law enforcement preferred.

C. Special Job Requirements:

1. No criminal history or significant motor vehicle record.

2. Must have valid motor vehicle license.

3. Minimum 21 years of age.

4. Must pass functional job description, background check.

5. Polygraph may be required for a Full-time Position.

D. Cognitive Requirements:

1. Must have ability to pass department pre-employment physical as per functional job description.

2. Must initially be medically cleared “fit tested” to wear county issued respirator and then evaluated annually thereafter if the individual is to have a law enforcement commission.

Penobscot County provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.81 - $30.94 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: One location

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