Deputy Sheriff - Detention

Salary: $29.12 Hourly Location : Fallon, NV Job Type: Full-Time Regular Job Number: 2026-0013 Department: Sheriff Department Opening Date: 02/10/2026 Closing Date: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Position Summary Churchill County is looking to add to our successful and impactful team at the Churchill County Sheriff's Office. Consider a career in law enforcement, where you can serve our community in a lifelong career in a meaningful way. We are actively recruiting for Deputy Sheriff positions in the adult detention center, with the prospect of becoming a Patrol Deputy within a few years. We are seeking people who are committed to Churchill County and are willing to make a long-term commitment to the community and to the department. Successful applicants must live within a 35-mile radius of the Sheriff's Office within 3 months after their hire date. We offer a 12-hour rotating Pitman shift schedule, giving you the advantage of working only 7 days within a two-week pay period. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding job and you can pass a rigorous background investigation, this may be the position for you! Deputy Sheriffs must work a variety of shifts and interact with individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds in a variety of unique situations. They must be assertive and willing and able to make quick decisions under stressful circumstances. Previous certification is not required for this position. Churchill County provides training and certification opportunities for properly qualified and motivated applicants. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Interested applicants must apply online at by 11:59 PM on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Once you apply, you will be contacted via email and asked to register for online written testing. Once written testing is complete, you will be invited to the physical agility testing. The posted wage is only part of the compensation. In addition to the salary paid, the county contributes an additional 58.75% into PERS on the employee's behalf (value of $17.11/hour or $35,500 annually). In addition, the employee will not contribute to Social Security, resulting in an additional 6% in take-home pay (an equivalent of $1.75/hour or $3,600 annually). The county also pays 100% for employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $6.15/hour or $12,800 annually). Employees in these positions will also receive full accruals of vacation leave (8 hours per month) and sick leave (10 hours per month). These employees also receive 8 hours for pay for paid holidays. TESTING SCHEDULE :Written Testing: Will be administered online and must be completed by March 27, 2026After submitting your application and closing of applications, you will receive testing instructions via email. Candidates must pass the written test to be eligible for the physical agility test scheduled for April 4, 2026. If you do not receive an email for online testing by March 20, 2026, please check your spam folder and/or contact Human Resources at Physical Agility Testing: Will be administered on Saturday April 4, 2026, at the following locations:Orientation: 8:00 AM on April 4, 2026 Location: Sheriff's Admin 101 N Maine Street Fallon, NV 89406 Physical Agility: 8:30 AM on April 4, 2026 Location: Churchill County Junior High 650 S Maine Street Fallon, NV 89406 ALL applicants will take the physical agility test at the same time. Failure to register for and complete any portion of testing will remove you from further consideration.Oral Boards (Interviews): Will be scheduled on a different day. Successful applicants must pass a physical agility test, a written test, an oral board, a thorough background check, a voice stress analysis assessment, a psychological exam, and a pre-employment drug test. The requirements of the physical agility test are the same as required by the State of Nevada for POST Category II certification: Vertical Jump - 15 inches Illinois Agility Run - 20.7 seconds Sit-ups - 29 (1 minute) Push-ups - 15 (no time limit) 300 Meter Run - 80 seconds 1-½ miles - 20:06 minutes/seconds THE JOB: Perform a full range of related functions within the Detention Facility, including maintaining law and order, prevention, detection and investigation of crimes, and the care and custody of inmates. Employees must be able to act without direct supervision in meeting emergencies. Work is generally reviewed through supervisory conferences, written reports, inspections and observation of results obtained. Work involves an element of personal danger. Employment with the Sheriff's Department requires shift work. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or obtain GED. Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification desirable but not required. Churchill County is looking for candidates who are willing to make a long-term commitment to the department and the community. MINIMUM AGE: 21 years old by time of appointment (per NAC (Nevada Administrative Code) 289.110) PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In addition to the minimum requirements and the job duties listed for this position, the following are required; sufficient mobility to handle altercations and work in a police setting and use standard equipment required of the job, vision to read printed materials, to drive vehicles at all times, and to interpret visual cues and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. NO accommodation can be made for these physical demands. NOTE: Applicants must submit to a pre-placement physical. VISION AND HEARING: Must have normal hearing and color vision under all regular circumstances. Must have normal functions and visual acuity corrected to 20/20 in the better eye and not less than 20/25 in the lesser eye. DRIVER'S LICENSE: Must have a Nevada Driver's license by time of appointment. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Candidates will be required to take a pre-employment drug test, truthfulness verification examination, psychological examination, and must submit to an extensive background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Department. Candidates are also required to pass an extensive medical examination prescribed by the department and the heart and lung examination required by NAC 617.040; .050; .060 and .070 prior to hiring and annually thereafter. Persons rejected as a result of these examinations will be removed from the eligible list. SPECIAL NOTE: Employees must be willing to work overtime, shifts, weekends and holidays. Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a one year probationary period and a field training program. An eligible list will be created for this position. The eligible list will be maintained for twelve months. Inclusion on the eligible list is not a guarantee of a current or future job offer. Essential Functions This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance. Accountability for Inmates - Conducts daily headcounts, periodic cell and pod checks; moves inmates to and from locations for court appearances, medical care, visits, etc. Intake and Release of Inmates - Brings inmates into the jail by conducting searches, booking questionnaires, fingerprints, photography, access to money and phone. Ensures Safety of Inmates and Staff - Conduct facility and person searches for weapons/drugs/contraband; conduct surveillance, investigations, and reports of crimes committed within the detention facility; monitor activity of inmates; handle inmates with mental health issues and provide intervention to ensure safety. Handle Health and Welfare Issues - Carry out processes to ensure that inmates are provided with adequate food, clothing, medicine, and clean living arrangements; Conduct inspections of living conditions to ensure compliance with departmental policy and federal law. Customer Service - Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; provides information which requires the use of judgment and interpretation of policies, rules and procedures. Court Appearances - Transports inmates to and from court; provides security for court staff and inmates during proceedings; updates legal paperwork to ensure timely compliance with court orders; responds to emergencies in the courthouse. Medical Treatment - Provide first aid for inmates as required; triage inmates for physician visits and needs for emergency medical treatment and transport; sets up medications and distribute to inmates daily as required; complete documentation for medical issues; provide security for medical staff. Extraditions - Transport inmates to other agency jails, courts, and other facilities; send notices to other agencies of arrests, process warrants, and set-up extraditions with outside companies who transport inmates. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Principles and techniques of public relations and customer service. County, State, and federal laws, statutes, ordinances and court decisions related to police activities. Principles and practices of effective interrogation. Criminal investigation principles, practices and techniques. Weaponry and associated safety practices. Safety and security policies and procedures. First aid and basic CPR methods. County geography. Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment. Communicating effectively in oral and written forms. Computers utilizing standard and specialized software applications. Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone; often where relations may be confrontational or strained. Skill in: Maintaining accurate records of work performed. Remaining calm and taking appropriate action in tense situations. Making rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines. Monitoring and maintaining the safety and security of detainees and facilities. Understanding and following oral and written directions. Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Effectively listening to, communicating with, and eliciting information from upset, emotional and irate individuals. Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often where relations may be confrontational or strained. Physical Demands and Working Environment The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical detention facility setting and use standard office equipment; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and physically restrain detainees; stamina to walk and stand for extended periods of time; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Work is subject to performance in violent, traumatic or highly charged emotional environments. Incumbent is subject to exposure to blood and air borne diseases, verbal abuse, and physical harm. Conditions of Employment Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable). Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. DISCLAIMER: Churchill County provides benefits to regular employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time, regular positions (depending on job). Most part time positions provide no benefits. No Nevada state income tax Retirement Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada - Churchill County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member's salary for retirement. Churchill County contributes 58.75% of an eligible Police Member's salary for retirement. Retirement benefits are available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will receive Social Security contributions and will not be enrolled in PERS. Deferred Compensation Plans Employees can also participate in the VOYA 457 deferred compensation plan, which is funded by the employee. This allows the employee to save money in pre-tax dollars toward retirement. Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan - Full-time employees' health insurance begins the first of the month after one month of employment. (Employees must work an average 30 or more hours per week on a regular basis to qualify for health insurance coverage.) The county offers a "Cafeteria" health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family. The county offers three health plans - a base PPO plan with a $1,500 deductible, a "buy-up" PPO plan with a $750 deductible, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a $2,700 deductible and a Health Savings Account (HSA), to which the county contributes $177 per month. In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan. The county currently contributes 100% of the employee premiums for the base PPO plan and the HDHP, as well as for the prescription, dental, and vision plans. Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums - employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre-tax dollars. Vacation Leave Full-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year. Part-time, regular county employees accrue annual (vacation) leave vacation at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service up to a maximum of 240 hours (30 days) per year. While on probation an employee is not granted vacation leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time and will be credited with 48 hours of vacation leave after six months of employment in their regular position. Sick Leave Full-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual. Part-time, regular employees accrue sick leave at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. HOLIDAYS - Regular county employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day. In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor. (Regular, part-time employees receive prorated holidays based on the number of hours normally worked.) Tuition Reimbursement Churchill County values it's employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars. To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses. 01 I understand the job announcement clearly states that there is physical agility testing on January 17, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM. It also states that the written testing will be administered online and must be completed by January 13, 2026. It is my responsibility check my emails for registration information and to self-register for the physical agility testing and complete the written testing by 11:59 PM on January 13, 2026. Failure to self-register and or complete the written testing by the deadline may eliminate me from consideration for the position. Yes No 02 This position requires you to successfully pass a drug test. The county follows federal guidelines regarding drug testing, thus marijuana (cannabis, THC, etc.) is considered a prohibited substance. Are you aware of this provision and can you pass pre-employment (and random) drug testing? Yes, I can pass pre-employment and random drug testing. No, I cannot meet the drug testing requirements. 03 Are you at least 21 years of age? Yes No 04 Are you a U.S. Citizen? Yes No 05 Employees in this position are required to have a driver's license and a good driving record to perform the duties of this position. Do you understand these requirements and are you currently able to meet them? Yes, I understand these requirements. I have a current valid driver's license, and I have and will maintain a good driving record. No, I cannot meet these requirements. 06 Regarding your driving record, indicate any moving violations for which you have been cited in the last seven years. Be sure to list the date, the violation, and the city where you were cited. (If you have no citations, enter N/A.) 07 This position requires employees to work shift work (including days, swing shifts, and graveyard shifts). Employees must also work on weekends and holidays, as scheduled. Are you willing to work ANY and ALL shifts as assigned? Yes No 08 Are you willing to work overtime? Yes, I am willing to work overtime. No, I am not willing to work overtime 09 Have you ever sold or profited in the sale of an illegal substance? Yes No 10 Have you ever been convicted of domestic battery? Yes No 11 If selected for the position, do you plan to reside in Churchill County within a 35-mile radius of the Sheriff's Office within three months of being hired? Yes No Required Question

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