Deputy Sheriff

ABOUT THE POSITION SPECIAL NOTE: An individual will be required to pass a background investigation relevant to working in a law enforcement office or facility prior to being hired.Correctional Officer I-Deputy Sheriff: Under supervision, to work in a training capacity, learning to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility and maintain facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to oversee work details and leisure activities; and to do related work as required.Correctional Officer II-Deputy Sheriff: Under supervision, to guard and supervise inmates in county jail facilities; and to do related work as required.RESPONSIBILITIES The Sheriff's Office is organized into five divisions: Custody, Services, Enforcement, Investigations, and Coroner. The divisions include facilities, emergency services, records, and various investigative teams. Specific duties vary by level and assignment, but generally involve custody, supervision, security, inmate processing, and related duties as described for each position above. Duties may include observation, reporting, and interaction with inmates, staff, and the public in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Correctional Officer I-Deputy Sheriff: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.Correctional Officer II-Deputy Sheriff: One (1) year of experience as a Correctional Officer in an adult correctional facility.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Correctional Officer I/II-Deputy Sheriff: Possession of a valid California driver's license. Minimum age at date of hire is 18 and must have no felony convictions. U.S. citizenship is required or an application for citizenship must have been filed at least one year prior to the recruitment date for the position. Must satisfactorily complete the arrest and firearms training for peace officers and related Board of Corrections/custodial training within specified timeframes.Correctional Officer II-Deputy Sheriff: Successful completion of the Sheriff's Office firearms qualification course.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS Have you graduated from an accredited high school or possess a GED certificate? Yes / NoDo you possess one year of experience as a Correctional Officer in an adult correctional facility? If Yes, provide details; if No, type N/A.Have you successfully completed CORE training? Yes / NoDo you possess a current PC-832 Arrest and Control Certificate? If Yes, attach copy to your application and type "See attached." If not, type N/A.Do you possess a current PC-832 Firearms Certificate? Yes / NoI acknowledge that prior to assuming the duties of a Correctional Officer II-Deputy Sheriff, I must satisfactorily complete all training required for peace officers and custodial personnel within the specified timeframes. Yes/ NoI acknowledge that prior to assuming the duties of a Correctional Officer II-Deputy Sheriff, I must successfully complete the Sheriff's Office firearms qualification course. Yes / NoShasta County Detention Facilities are no-hostage facilities. Do you acknowledge willingness to work in a no-hostage facility? Yes / NoPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. This includes frequent use of hands, speaking, hearing, sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Visual and hearing requirements are specified for safe performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment may include exposure to fumes, airborne particles, contact with individuals with communicable diseases, and moderate noise levels.OTHER CONSIDERATIONS All new employees are required to have paycheck direct deposited.Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record.Reasonable accommodations may be made for people with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.As part of the selection process, a background investigation and criminal history check will be conducted, including fingerprints. The resulting report will be evaluated with other information. A conviction does not necessarily disqualify.Based on background results, there may be a medical examination including drug/alcohol testing.Shasta County participates in E-Verify. Information may be provided in the hiring process. If no internet access, contact Personnel for a flyer.Positions may be designated as disaster workers during emergencies.Employees in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement (DSA-CO).Employees are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Benefits information is available from the county.SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERShasta County Personnel, 1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515#J-18808-Ljbffr

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