Under limited supervision, is responsible for performing security and law enforcement functions within the Oakland County Courthouse, County Complex Buildings, Friend of the Court, District Courts, and/or Contracted Courts. Court Deputy duties include operating a stationary x-ray machine and a handheld metal detector to detect for weapons and unauthorized objects. Deputies will also perform visual inspections of briefcases, purses, and packages to locate weapons and any unauthorized objects. When assigned, may provide security in the courtrooms, judges' chambers, probation departments, cashier areas and outside perimeter of courthouse buildings including parking lots. May provide emergency first aid services until assistance arrives and provides first response fire-fighting service until local firefighting units arrive. Responds to emergency situations and assists in making arrests. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

At the time of application, all applicants must:

1. Be a High School graduate, or have certificate of successful completion of the General Education Development Test (GED); AND
2. a. Have had at least one (1) year of experience as an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Deputy;
   OR
   b. Possess current MCOLES license OR be currently attending a Police Academy training or its equivalent (as required by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES); OR
   
   NOTE: Must have successfully completed the police academy and be eligible to be licensed prior to the date of hire.
   
   c. Be an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Deputy, Marine Deputy or Mounted Deputy and have completed 1,000 hours of service within the last five (5) years;
   OR
   d. Have two (2) years of full-time work experience as a Corrections Officer or Road Patrol Officer in the last five (5) years.
   
   
3. Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.
4. Have not been convicted of a violation of criminal law including domestic violence. (Criminal law generally includes all offenses except traffic law, conservation law and liquor law. Generally, conviction for a violation of criminal law is automatically disqualifying).
   
   
5. Have at least 20/20 corrected vision with both eyes and have normal color vision and depth perception in both eyes.
   
   
6. Have normal corrected hearing in each ear, per Michigan Commission On Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
   
   
7. Pass the complete examination including the employment medical, established for this classification.

1. Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
   
   
2. Must maintain firearms qualification and deputy status.
   
   
3. A field investigation will be conducted covering an evaluation of employment, school, home, credit criminal, military or other personal records. Any conviction or convictions for moving traffic violations, accidents, non-moving traffic violations, or violations of other laws will be reviewed by the Sheriff’s Office before an applicant can be appointed. Information obtained during the background investigation will be considered in the hiring decision. Convictions of the Domestic Violence Statute will be a disqualifying factor.

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.