Class Summary

Hiring Salary:
Deputy Sheriff Senior

• $50,828.00, with possible incentives up to
• $52,352.84 (includes 3% pay incentive for an Associate degree)
• $53,877.68 (includes 6% pay incentive for a Bachelor's degree)
• ** $4,200 hiring incentive for new hires **

Gwinnett County Deputy Sheriff, Seniors are eligible for promotion to:

• Deputy Sheriff, Master $53,877.00 (after successful completion of job requirements, i.e. FTO training)

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR COMPENSATION UNDER THE EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM.

ABOUT THE POSITION:
A Deputy Sheriff's primary duties are to oversee individuals who have been arrested and awaiting trial. The Gwinnett County Jail is a direct supervision pretrial facility. Deputy Sheriff's may serve in any of the five divisions after promotion to Senior Deputy Sheriff or higher.

This is a safety-sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.

Applicants must pass a comprehensive background process (including criminal, controlled substance, credit, driving, employment history checks) and an oral interview in the first phase. The second phase includes a drug screen, polygraph, and psychological exam.

The Grade for this position is SH22(3).

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR COMPENSATION UNDER THE EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• One year of law enforcement experience;
• Must be currently Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer (PBLE Basic Law Enforcement Certified);
• Valid Georgia Driver's License;
• Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States Citizen;
• Must have ability to use computer for data entry in jail management software and report writing; and
• Law enforcement, military, or security experience highly preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Ability to learn department operations and procedures.
• Ability to learn applicable laws, rules and regulations.

For information related to position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills and Physical requirements

NOTE: The class specifications listed on this site are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing our community with employees who are professional, efficient and well trained with access to the most up-to-date technology. As the demands rise, we will continue to strive to maintain the highest law enforcement and public safety standards possible.

ABOUT THE EVENT:
Career From Here gives job candidates the unique opportunity to meet Gwinnett County Government employees face to face, discover the vast number of jobs available, and in some cases, interview and receive a conditional job offer the same day.

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INTERVIEW PROCESS:
If you would like to be considered for an interview on the day of the event, you may apply on-site or in advance. Please note that there are a limited number of interviews available due to time constraints.
Only those who meet the minimum qualifications of the position will be considered for an interview. After applying, please check your email for instructions.

PREPARING FOR THE HIRING EVENT
Follow these recommendations to prepare for the hiring event:
Update your resume

• Practice your answers
  • Practice your elevator pitch! How would you share personal and professional background in one minute or less?
  • Review examples of interview questions you may be asked and questions you can ask
  • Be prepared with examples of your work, if applicable to the job
  • Tie your answers back to your skills and accomplishments
• Plan your interview attire the night before
  • Having your outfit planned will help you remain calm while preparing to attend the hiring event
• Bring copies of your resume, a notebook, and a pen
  • Bring at least five copies of your resume to make the most of your experience

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email Jobs@GwinnettCounty.com.

Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.

Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.

The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.

In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

• Hiring Process
• FAQs

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email Jobs@GwinnettCounty.com.

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!

In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!


Health

• Medical plans for active and retired employees
• Dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug plan

Wellness

• Onsite Employee Wellness Center
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Immunizations
• Wellness education and incentive programs
• Annual wellness fair

Family and Career

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Family planning benefits
• Four weeks of paid parental leave

Time

• Annual/Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays per calendar year
• 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

Money

• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available
• Retirement and Savings Plans
• 401(a) Defined Contribution
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
• Longevity pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial education programs

Protection

• Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Identity theft protection

To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.