Act as a representative of the Sheriff with his same authority. Prisoner transport to and from court and any medical facility for emergency treatment. The Deputy shall be responsible for the safety of all prisoners within his care, custody and control and shall give priority to the responsibility of that prisoner while in his custody. A Deputy Sheriff is subject to call-out in a time of emergency and will respond with reasonable expedience and effort. Issue permits to carry firearms and perform background investigations.
Issue firearms licenses to county firearm dealers.
A Deputy Sheriff may be required to conduct investigations. Many of the duties of a Deputy Sheriff are prescribed by applicable rules and procedures of which the Deputy must have knowledge and understanding. A Deputy Sheriff must comply with and enforce laws, ordinances, rules and regulations with firmness and impartiality in a manner that brings no disrespect to the Office of Sheriff. A Deputy Sheriff is required to complete forms and written reports. A Deputy Sheriff may require physical effort in restraining and subduing individuals.