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JOB DESCRIPTION

County of York

Human Resources

CIVIL DEPUTY

SHERIFFS OFFICE

Status: Full-Time Position

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Salary: Hourly \$23.10

Union: Non-Union

Reports to: Civil Process Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by

employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the

job.

To ensure the service of a variety of judicial processes to named individuals, partnerships and

corporations which includes serving summons, complaints, writs, small claims, civil order of

arrest, subpoenas, executions, family matters summons, attachments, garnishments, notice to quit,

denied protection orders and other civil matters as they as brought forth.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISE

Reports to: Civil Process Deputy Supervisor

Works with: Sheriffs office staff, other law enforcement agencies, county employees,

court officials, and the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Under direct supervision a Civil Deputy will:

1. Travel throughout York County in a vehicle provided by the Sheriffs office.

2. Accept and return phone calls required to complete their assigned paperwork and submit

all invoiced paperwork to the proper parties.

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3. Reviews the contents of each process document received and determines methods for

legally servicing to named individuals and/or businesses in accordance with State, County

and municipal statutes.

4. Performs research and basic investigative work in locating named person(s): makes

telephone calls and speaks with individuals in an attempt to locate named person(s);

investigates and researches leads, making inquiries with neighbors, witnesses, plaintiffs,

etc.

5. Maintains records of service attempts; coordinates files validating service; prepares data

for submission to court jurisdiction and prepares weekly reports documenting total

services.

6. Traces and locates witnesses and suspects who have moved or relocated using the old

address, telephone number, friends, relatives, or any other available resource.

7. Works with civil clerks in prioritizing papers according to type of paper and court

schedules.

8. Ensures proper custody of all civil monies and property received and maintains records of

receipts and disbursements.

9. Assists in the levies and seizures of real or personal property.

10. Reviews all work paperwork to ensure its completeness and acceptance within the judicial

system.

11. Attend briefings and trainings to exchange information related to the objectives and goals

of the office.

12. Consults with courts, attorneys, the District Attorney, county officials and sheriff\'s office

employees regarding procedures followed in serving process.

13. Attend court proceedings or hearings to assist or give testimony.

14. Monitor access and security to the County Courthouse.

15. Liaison with Department Leaders regarding courthouse access and security measures.

16. To be of assistance to the Sheriffs Office in the event of a disaster or other emergency.

17. Performs other duties of a similar or related level as necessary or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of human relations/behavior when confronting victims, witnesses, suspects and/or the

public during performance of duties.

Ability to:

Qualify with department approved weapons (for those MCJA certified).

Apply knowledge of criminal and civil processes when exercising personal an independent

judgment in the performance of duties.

Operate equipment including, but not limited to chemical munitions, computer equipment,

photocopier, radio system, CPR mask and first-aid equipment, rescue equipment.

Utilize effective oral, written and listening communication skills.

Organize job responsibilities to meet shifting priorities.

Maintain certif