Highway Patrol patrols assigned geographic area and makes note of unusual or suspicious events. Resolves disputes and enforces traffic laws. Being a Highway Patrol may require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Must meet physical and personal requirements. Additionally, Highway Patrol has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Pay Range:
$30.66 - $36.07 hourly (DOE)
MONTROSE COUNTY BENEFIT INFORMATION:
2024 Montrose County Benefit Information
General Statement of Duties: Performs the basic functions of the Sheriff’s Office including protection of life and property, maintenance of public order, prevention of crime, response to emergency situations, and arrest of law violators. Work is performed in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the Sheriff’s Office, and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws.
Supervision Received: Reports to patrol sergeant or shift supervisor and is assigned in terms of overall objectives and resources available. Deputies may temporarily oversee the work of cadets, reserves and volunteers.
Supervision Exercised: As a senior deputy, may act as shift supervisor.
Essential Functions: Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class. The Montrose County Sheriff and/or Undersheriff reserve the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education: High School graduate or equivalent. P.O.S.T. certification required.
Experience: None required.
Required Knowledge:
Language Skills: Must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and the skill to organize materials and present information clearly and concisely in verbal and written form. Must understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Must have proficient knowledge of the English language, proper grammar, punctuation and spelling in other oral and written communication and have the ability to write routine reports and correspondences. Must be able to read, comprehend and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and standard operating procedures required for this position, as well as, basic how-to documents and manuals.
Interpersonal Skills: Must possess the ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations and members of the community. Have strong customer service orientation and work collaboratively within a team environment. Interact professionally and diplomatically with County employees, other agencies and organizations and members of the community and manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Possess the ability to recognize when confidentiality is required and maintain strict confidentiality. Must maintain appropriate professional boundaries in relationships with customer/clients and the general public.
Mathematical Skills: Must have the ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Skills: Must be able to apply basic principles of logic and reasoning to a variety of practical problems. Have problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Must be able to exercise some independent judgment and function under pressure. Must be able to accomplish assigned tasks to meet established performance standards and objectives and thinks through the consequences of a decision prior to making it.
Computer Skills: Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications. Learn specific software associated with the position and/or organization.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Environmental conditions of the position may include exposure on an occasional basis to fumes, odors, gases, explosives, and air/blood borne diseases. Work is frequently conducted outside in hot/cold temperatures, wet/dry conditions. Moderate exposure to loud noises.
Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to pass written, oral, polygraph and physical exams. Subject to pre-employment drug test and criminal background check with no felony convictions. Must be able to pass a standard physical exam. First Aid and CPR certification required. Must be able and willing to perform shift work, including weekends and holidays.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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