Deputy Sheriff I (Academy Enrolled and Academy Graduate)

THE POSITION

The Deputy Sheriff performs routine law enforcement and crime prevention duties, serves as Deputy Coroner, and performs other related duties. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments.

• Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property;
• Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summonses, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution;
• Collect fees due to the County;
• Serve warrants and make arrests;
• Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property;
• Investigate accidents;
• Administer first aid;
• Receive and answer complaints;
• Prepare reports and keep routine records;
• Assist in investigations of violations and/or offenses committed by or against juveniles;
• Interrogate persons suspected of crimes;
• Prepare evidence for court presentation;
• Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer;
• Transport prisoners;
• Work in a custodial facility or in the courts;
• Perform identification and photographic work; and
• Work administrative or special assignments.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Secure information from witnesses and suspects;
• Write clear and comprehensive reports;
• Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, and strength;
• Understand written and oral instructions;
• Make independent decisions while working in the field;
• Work with and control sensitive, confidential information; and
• Operate a motor vehicle.

• Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; and
• Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.

• Must be currently enrolled or attending a POST certified basic law enforcement academy or have successfully completed a POST certified basic academy not more than six (6) months prior to the date of application; AND
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2. Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.

PATTERN II--ENTRY LEVEL

• Must have successfully completed a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy within the past three (3) years and POST certificate must be current and valid at time of appointment; OR
• Have successfully passed a Basic Course waiver exam within the last three (3) years with documentation from POST; AND
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2. Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE.

• Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test; AND
• Physical/manipulative abilities required by the department; AND
• Mental/cognitive abilities required by the department; AND
• Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment; AND
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License; AND
• Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Must meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Physical Agility Exam. A timed physical agility exam will be administered. The physical agility exam may include, but is not limited to, the following events: 500 yard run, 165 pound body drag, 99 yard agility obstacle course, six foot fence climb and six foot wall climb.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examinations will be placed on an eligible list for that classification.  Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. As part of the selection process, candidates will be expected to pass a(n):
  • In-depth background investigation including completion and review of a Personal History Statement;
  • Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA) or polygraph examination;
  • Psychological examination; and
  • Medical examination.

Salary : $77,584 - $94,328