DEPUTY SHERIFF RECRUIT

Position Description

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE ONLY

The County of Fresno Sheriff's Office is recruiting for individuals who are interested in a law enforcement career as a Deputy Sheriff Recruit. The Deputy Sheriff Recruit attends a Basic Peace Officers Academy for instruction on law enforcement procedures combined with rigorous physical fitness training; studies topics such as the care and use of firearms, weaponless defense, first aid, laws of arrest and evidence, law enforcement techniques and procedures; maintains at least the minimum level of proficiency in all areas of training; and performs non-sworn duties as required.

Note: The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both extra help and permanently allocated positions. Individuals selected for extra help appointment may be transitioned to a permanently allocated position at a later date as authorized by the Fresno County Personnel Rules.

APPLICANTS MUST BE WILLING TO WORK OVERTIME IF NECESSARY AND SHIFTS AS ASSIGNED INCLUDING NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

As a condition of employment, candidates must undergo and pass a polygraph or Computer Voice Stress Analysis examination and a thorough background investigation (background materials for failed candidates are retained for three years). Background investigations include employment/credit histories, arrest/criminal records, drug/alcohol use, and personal conduct. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive; other relevant areas may be investigated and verified. Candidates must pass a medical and psychological exam prior to transitioning to the permanent Deputy Sheriff II classification.

Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Samples of Duties

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Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

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Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must qualify under one (1) of the following two options:

Option 1

Education: Currently enrolled or accepted in a Basic Police Academy certified by the State of California, Department of Justice, the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Option 2

Experience: Current employment within the Fresno County Sheriff’s Department.

Education: Currently enrolled or accepted in a Basic Police Academy certified by the State of California, Department of Justice, the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

In addition to the above listed options, candidates must also possess the following:

Age: At least twenty (20) years of age.

License: Possession of a valid class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. Possession of a valid class "B" driver's license, or equivalent, may be required.

Note: Incumbents enrolled in a Basic Police Academy, who fail to successfully complete or maintain minimum levels of proficiency at all levels of training, will be terminated. Additionally, permanent status may not be obtained in this classification. Incumbents must transition to Deputy Sheriff I – Court Services or Deputy Sheriff II within three (3) months of completing a Basic Police Academy or separate from County service.

To Prevent The Disqualification Of Your Application, Please Note

• Candidates currently enrolled in a Basic Police Academy who fail to successfully complete the academy will be terminated.
• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for this position by the filing deadline.
• A completed Fresno County employment application is required (must be current, complete and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline).
• In the Education section of your application, please provide complete information for each school attended. Please provide the school's name, school's location, the type and number of units earned (semester or quarter), and if applicable which major or program was completed. Failure to completely list education within the job application will disqualify the applicant from consideration.
• Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
• A copy of your enrollment verification or acceptance email/letter must be submitted by the closing date/time of this recruitment. You may attach a copy to your application, fax a copy to (559) 455-4788, Attn: Zachary Carter, or email it to HREmploymentServices@fresnocountyca.gov .
• Valid driver's license number must be listed on your application. Failure to provide this number on your application will result in your application NOT being accepted.
  
  

Selection Process

Depending upon the number of applications meeting the minimum qualifications and filing requirements, applicants may be scheduled for the process below:

• Certify Without Examination - In instances where the number of eligible candidates is less than or equal to the number of qualified applicants the Department is entitled to receive under Personnel Rule 4212, the competitive examination process will be waived and the names will be certified without an examination.
  
  

Successful candidates will be placed on an employment list effective for a minimum of 3 months (may be extended up to 12 months), and will be certified as vacancies occur.

Required Application Materials

• Fresno County Employment Application (must be current, complete and accurate; amendments to your application will not be allowed after the filing deadline).
• Supplemental Questionnaire
• A copy of enrollment verification or acceptance email/letter from the Police Academy must be submitted. You may attach a copy to your application, fax a copy to (559)455-4788, Attn: Zachary Carter, or email it to HREmploymentServices@fresnocountyca.gov by the closing date/time of this recruitment.
  
  

Note: Applications must be submitted online only via our website by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Applications submitted via U.S. mail, email, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

How To Apply

Online: Applications can be found at: http://www.fresnocountyjobs.com .

Open Job Information Flyer and click "Apply" to begin the online application process. Failure to complete the job application or failure to follow the application instructions (such as the formatting of work experience) may result in the disqualification of the applicant. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline.

If you submit your application online, once the filing deadline has passed, you may check the status of this recruitment at any time by logging on to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/fresnoca .

Please be advised that it is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any mailing address and telephone number changes. Notices sent via U.S. Mail from Human Resources are not forwarded ("Return Service" is requested, therefore mail will not be sent to a forwarding address).

For the safety of our employees, the County of Fresno complies with all Federal, State and Local Orders related to COVID-19, including Cal OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards.

The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Analyst: Zachary Carter