Allegan County

Deputy Sheriff - Reserve

Sheriff's Office - Allegan, MI - Part Time

Allegan County has much to offer, with 24 Townships, 9 Cities, and 2 Villages across nearly 900 square miles. The landscapes range from the lakeshore to beautifully wooded lands, our County’s natural resources are a gift to be treasured. Allegan County businesses, citizens, and employees are world-class, and we remain a welcoming, closely-knit community. We are one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan.
Allegan County Government places high importance on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Honesty.  A common thread among our leadership, employees and volunteers is a strong desire to serve and be part of something meaningful. We were recently identified as “Best in Class Winner” among mid-size companies for our excellence in optimizing employee and organizational well-being. We have also received the Impact Award for excellence in educating our employees about their retirement plans and overall financial wellness. We are looking for dedicated, caring, energetic people to join our team!

Job Summary

Under the direction of the County Sheriff or his / her designee; performs limited Sheriff's Patrol, traffic control and related law enforcement duties.

Wage $16.02 per hour, no benefits, variable schedule, as needed for events, up to 19.5 hours per week

*Reserve Deputy Sheriff Academy begins in January 2025.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Works on various shifts performing security patrols, traffic control and assisting deputy sheriff's and the public on various matters, such as: Safety awareness, community and school sporting events, fairs, drag ways, dances, and parades using vehicles, mounted on horseback, ORV, bike and foot patrols.
  • Carries out duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws and ordinances.
  • Rides along with sheriff deputies to patrol County and City streets, parks, commercial and residential areas to assist sheriff's deputies in preserving the peace, enforcing the law, protecting the public and controlling vehicular traffic.
  • Prepares a variety of reports and records including daily log, tow sheets, theft reports, vehicle impoundment forms, traffic hazard reports etc.
  • Maintains contact with supervisory personnel to coordinate activities, and provides general information about department activities.
  • Assist with adults, juveniles or animal transports.
  • Assists with crime scene security—fire/accident scene perimeter controls, crowd control, natural disaster/emergency response, court security functions and marine patrol.
  • County Park ordinance enforcement/Parks Patrol.
  • Assisting in searches for lost children and missing persons.

Education: 

  •  High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and have a good driving record
  • Applicant shall have no felony criminal convictions and be able to pass a department criminal background investigation
  • Applicant must undergo a structured training program / academy and qualify with approved firearms as outlined by departmental policy and MCOLES requirements.

Allegan County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. A copy of our EEO Utilization report is available on our website:

https://www.allegancounty.org/home/showpublisheddocument/2802/637974740005930000

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