Sheriff Security Officer

Summary

Following the close of the recruitment qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the physical agility exam that is tentatively scheduled for Thursday April 17, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Qualified applicants can expect to receive an email notification inviting them to the exams no later than Monday April 14, 2025.

This examination will be held at the Butte County Public Safety Training Center located at 1222 Openshaw Road, Oroville, CA 95965 at 8:00 a.m. This examination consists of the following tasks that MUST be completed within the amount of time specified. Failing any one of the 5 tasks will result in failure for the entire physical agility exam. Each task will be performed separately one person at a time except for the 500 yard run which will be performed in a group. Listed below is a description of the physical agility tasks.

• Solid Wall Obstacle – Five (5) yard run to a six (6) foot high obstacle, and over the obstacle to a twenty-five (25) yard run to the finish. Must finish within 16.6 seconds.
• Chain Link Fence Obstacle – Five (5) yard run to six (6) foot high obstacle, and over the obstacle to a twenty-five (25) yard run to the finish. Must finish within 14.6 seconds.
• Ninety-nine (99) Yard Obstacle Run – Run around a marked course with several angles and then lift yourself over the three (3) foot high hurdle at the end of the run. Must finish within 33.8 seconds.
• Dummy Drag – Drag a dummy weighing approximately 175 pounds across cement for a distance of thirty (30) feet. Must finish within 9.6 seconds.
• Five hundred (500) yard Run – Run around the track five hundred (500) yards. Must finish within 178 seconds.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties involving prevention of crime conducts security screenings including operation and monitoring of security screening equipment; safeguards and protects County and/or contracted non-County property, buildings, and equipment; performs bailiff and limited protective work at County Courthouse buildings; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This non-sworn journey-level classification assigned to provide security in and around Butte County Court and government facilities. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

This classification is distinguished from the Deputy Sheriff in that this classification may not issue citations, receive prisoners, does not have arrest powers, and does not perform active law enforcement duties.

Essential Job Functions

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Provides security to assigned building(s), either patrolling on foot or in a vehicle, or by being assigned to a specific post.
• Participates with sworn and non-sworn Sheriff's Security Personnel in securing Court and other government facilities and conducting searches.
• Provides a uniformed presence in non-criminal courtrooms, such as Civil and Family Law Courts, and assists sworn and non-sworn Sheriff's security personnel in courtrooms hearing criminal matters.
• Prepares calendars and organizes court appearances between attorneys and their clients to maximize the efficiency of court proceedings.
• Protects persons and property at assigned facility; prevents thefts, vandalism, property removal or tampering, concealment of weapons, or other prohibited material.
• Notifies proper authorities in connection with suspected criminal activity, hazardous conditions, property damage, or violations of County rules and regulations.
• Observes and reports potential hazards, including fire, or building, grounds, and other safety concerns.
• Restrains or temporarily detains violators pending other law enforcement assistance or action.
• Regulates, controls, and directs the flow of traffic and parking at assigned location(s).
• Controls access to assigned location(s) by requiring proper authorization and identification; utilizes metal detectors, or other security screening devices to examine personal property for weapons or other prohibited items.
• Monitors alarm systems, electronic surveillance equipment and responds to locally activated fire, panic or other alarms.
• Prepares accurate and detailed incident reports; prepares and maintains other records, reports, and logs as required.
• Provides information to the public, both in person and over the phone.
• Provides emergency medical attention to the public when responding to calls for assistance; requests appropriate medical assistance, as necessary.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Basic functions, principles, practices, and terminology of law enforcement.
• Procedures for buildings and grounds security.
• Radio operations.
• Report writing methods and practices.
• Basic First Aid and CPR.
• Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work.
• Principles and procedures of recordkeeping.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Principles and practices of record keeping and report preparation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability To:

• Safely use and care for firearms.
• Properly use electronic security screening equipment.
• Observe and accurately recall places, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written material.
• Assess difficult or emergency circumstances and develop, implement, and direct appropriate response strategies.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

High school diploma or equivalent GED certificate.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess a valid US driver’s license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver’s license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
• Completion of Penal Code Section 832 arrest and firearms training by the end of the probationary period.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR certification by the end of the probationary period.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mobility, physical strength, and stamina to respond to and perform assigned duties; to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects; to frequently walk, run, stand on uneven terrain, and climb and descend structures to identify problems or hazards; to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work; and to work in a secondary office or station environment, and use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Vision in the normal visual range with or without correction sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate equipment;
• Finger and manual dexterity is needed to operate police services equipment and firearms, and to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone or radio.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Employees work indoors and outdoors, and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
• Employees may interact with members of the public or with staff under emotionally stressful conditions while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
• The duties of this class are performed in an environment with exposure to criminal offenders, mentally ill individuals and persons potentially infected with communicable diseases.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED

• Equipment utilized includes automotive patrol vehicles; impact baton; two-way radios; cameras; pepper spray; and computerized and conventional office equipment.

Disaster Service Worker

All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.