Career From Here Hiring Event Deputy Sheriff Senior

Gwinnett County, GA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 57803 - 92546

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Class Summary

Please register for the 2026 Career From Here Job Fair by clicking hereto ensure a swift check-in upon arrival.

Walk-ins are welcomed.

Tuesday February 3 2026 9:00am 3:00pm

Gas South Convention Center

6400 Sugarloaf Parkway

Duluth GA 30097

Please park in Parking Deck 1. The entrance to the Convention Center is on level P3.

Job Description
This is the first level in the Deputy Sheriff series. This class is a fully certified Peace Officer responsible for performing duties in assigned divisions of the Sheriffs Office: Court Operations Field Operations Support Operations and Administrative Services. This position may require duties within the Jail Operations division as well based on the needs of the agency and at the discretion of the Sheriff or his designee.

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.

Essential Duties

Performing general law enforcement duties to include: responding to calls assisting with the apprehension of suspects or inmates conducting searches for contraband ensuring the proper handling of evidence testifying in court warrant service and serving civil processes and court orders
Preparing proper paperwork for affidavits reports warrants confirming validity and serving documents as required
Maintaining daily logs of shift activity and preparing various reports
Escorting and transporting inmates to and from various departments courts and appointments
Resolving disputes between the general public and preparing reports on crimes violations and accidents as they are encountered in the county
Completing reports relating to the arrest and incarceration of subjects in and outside the county and performing searches of those individuals and inventorying confiscating or distributing property related to the case
Issuing citations as well as making arrests for violations of laws and ordinances
Analyzing evidence reports and intelligence in the investigation of incidents and crimes
Maintaining safety and security in the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center Courts Annex Detention Center and other county locations
Attending daily roll call to receive briefing information and instruction concerning duties and criminal activities

Public Speaking Duties

This position may have to testify in court.

Other Job Requirements/Information

This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
This job requires a public safety background check to include motor vehicle histories criminal histories and fingerprinting.
This job may require 24 hour on-call rotation overtime or working weekends holidays 10 hour 12 hour and rotating shifts.

Grade
The grade for this position is SH22(3).

Deputy Sheriff Senior Salary:

** $5700 Hiring Incentive up to 10% of the starting salary **
$57803.00 with possible incentives up to
$59537.09 - $91656.61(includes 3%pay incentive for an Associate degree)
$61271.18 - $94326.22(includes 6%pay incentive for a Bachelors degree)

Effective 4/11/2023 this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

Deputy Sheriff Senior

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 drivers 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
Law enforcement military or security experience highly preferred

For information related to position specific Essential Duties Knowledge and Skills and Physical requirements click here.

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

Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits a wellness program professional development opportunities career advancement and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities safe neighborhoods plentiful greenspace and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff residents and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits including health coverage a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate too!) onsite employee wellness center longevity pay tuition reimbursement and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individuals total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnetts diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

Atlantas Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

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.

: Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application interview or testing process contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings use

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