Sheriff's Protective Services Officer

Salary : $71,341.92 - $86,128.64 Annually

Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25-U9Z-B

Department : Sheriff Services

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : 01

Description

Under supervision, to secure and protect property owned, operated, or administered by the County, and to direct and assist persons conducting business at County facilities.

NOTE : Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an online examination tentatively scheduled for February 20, 2025 to February 26 2025. Qualifying candidates will be notified via email with instructions for taking the examination.

Candidates who pass the online examination will be invited to take the agility test tentatively scheduled March 22, 2025.

Typical Tasks

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• Patrols assigned areas, remaining alert for security breaches and criminal and / or suspicious activity; documents and reports relevant observations to appropriate authorities; uses presence to deter criminal activity;
• Logs security events and other relevant information; obtains additional information, as necessary; prepares accurate and concise reports consistent with departmental policy;
• Warns violators or notifies proper authorities in connection with violations of County rules and regulations and suspected criminal violations;
• Makes rounds of designated areas and reports relevant observations;
• Maintains physical security of County buildings and property by checking and securing doors and windows, checking interior / exterior lighting and alarm systems and monitoring surveillance devices and multiple alarm systems;
• Provides information to persons conducting business at County facilities;
• Controls access to secured areas by confirming legitimacy of requested access and identity of requestor; issues badges and passes at access level authorized by management;
• Maintains vigilance for and reports fire threats, water leaks, electrical hazards, equipment failures, etc.;
• Assists Deputies and other peace officers, as directed, in the event of an emergency;
• Regulates the use of facilities and grounds by ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations;
• Responds to both routine and emergency security-related calls for service, complaints, or unusual conditions on County property; takes appropriate action within scope of authority;
• Directs traffic, enforces parking regulations, and issues County parking citations or warnings, as necessary;
• May create and maintain computer databases for tracking, retrieval of information, and maintenance of computer files;
• Maintains communication with dispatch center and other Officers via two-way radio;
• Testifies in legal proceedings;
• May conduct metal detector searches with a handheld wand or oversee metal detector operations at entry points;
• May provide first aid or emergency medical services, within scope of the provided training, to County employees or guests;
• Inventories, safeguards and returns patient valuables;
• Assists medical personnel in transporting and / or escorting psychiatric patients;
• Conducts property searches of 5150 patients pursuant to law;
• Applies behavioral restraints to patients as provided by departmental policies and procedures;
• Reports criminal activity and participates in a Private Person's Arrest in accordance with California laws and departmental policy, if necessary, pending other law enforcement assistance or actions;
• Uses reasonable force to protect self, staff, and general public, as allowed by departmental policies and procedures;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required
• Performs other related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities :

Training and Experience Note : The required knowledge and abilities are attained through training and experience equivalent to completion of high school or equivalent

Two (2) years of full-time experience as a security guard and / or peace officer.

Completion of sixty (60) semester units (ninety (90) quarter units) of college may be substituted for the security or peace officer experience.

Attended a Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office POST Basic Academy or Adult Corrections Academy within the last six months.

Special Requirements

Introductory course of training prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as described in Penal Code Section 832 (excluding the firearm portion).

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Physical Requirements

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial / legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer :

a) Employer name(s)

b) Job title(s)

c) Start / end dates of employment

d) Total hours worked per week

e) Description of task(s) performed Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

How many years of experience do you possess working as a security guard and / or peace officer?

Please describe your experience as a security guard and / or peace officer.

Responses must include the following required information : Your job title(s), employer name(s), start / end date(s), hours worked per week and a detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type "N / A".

Have you attended a Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office POST Basic Academy or Adult Corrections Academy within the last six months?

If you answered "Yes" to question #5, when did you attend the academy (month and year)? If not, type "N / A".

I understand that I must pass an extensive background investigation if I am selected.

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Salary : $71,342 - $86,129