What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff II (Lateral) position at Calaveras, County of (CA)?
Recruitment/Retention Incentive
$4,000 upon completion of 1st year
$3,000 upon completion of 2nd year
$3,000 upon completion of 3rd year
Relocation Incentive
$2,000 upon hire if relocating to Calaveras County from outside a 50 mile radius.
Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol assigned area and enforce state and local laws; conduct preliminary investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes; perform bailiff duties; and do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Deputy Sheriff II is the fully trained, working-level class in the deputy sheriff series. Positions allocated to the class require previous experience and training in patrol, detective, or civil divisions.
- Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property.
- Conducts preliminary investigations.
- Interrogates witnesses.
- Gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities.
- Substantiates finding of fact in court.
- Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests.
- Conducts coroner's investigations and prepares reports.
- Investigates accidents.
- Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests.
- Maintains departmental flies and records.
- Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition.
- Prepares detailed reports of all activities.
- Receives, books, searches, fingerprints, and photographs new prisoners, and may perform jailer duties on a part-time basis.
- Serves as bailiff as assigned.
Principles and practices of law enforcement; rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Department; laws of arrest and rules of evidence; laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles; care and operation of small firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
Ability to:
Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory; secure information from witnesses and suspects; make independent decisions while working in the field; analyze situation accurately and adopt effective courses of action; interpret, explain, and apply laws and regulations; write clear and comprehensive reports: understand and carry out oral and written directions; use and care for firearms; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public; meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance and agility.
Training and Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from high school, possession of a valid basic POST certificate and one year law enforcement experience.
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles maybe required; possession of the basic certificate issued by the State Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
Salary : $3,000
