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County of Santa Clara: Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet (Unclassified)Location:San Jose Metropolitan Area, CaliforniaSalaryHourly: $47.98Biweekly: $3,838.24Monthly: $8,316.19Annual: $99,794.24Job DetailsJob Type: Full-TimeDepartment: Custody BureauBargaining Unit: 31Position DescriptionLaunch your law enforcement career with one of California's premier Sheriff's Offices. As a Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet, you'll be paid while attending a state-certified academy and receive the training, skills, and experience needed to protect your community. This is the first step toward a challenging, rewarding career with excellent pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for advancement.Note: Peace officers must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law (Government Code §1031, effective January 1, 2023).Hiring ProcessSanta Clara County has partnered with Whalls Group to work with candidates throughout the hiring process.The hiring process includes a written exam, physical fitness test, polygraph, psych examination, oral interviews and background investigation.If you have already taken one of the following written tests in the last year, the County will accept your passing score:S.T.C. Adult Corrections Officer (ACO) ExaminationNational Testing Network (NTN) REACT Examination for CorrectionsP.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)Typical DutiesEmployees in this classification may perform duties including:Attend California Correction Academy trainingParticipate in academic instruction, hands-on training, and physical conditioningComplete training meeting California Standards and Training for Corrections (S.T.C.) requirementsParticipate in defensive tactics, role-playing scenarios, and control techniquesComplete defensive tactics training, including:Ground controlBaton trainingControl holdsTakedownsServe as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), when requiredPerform other related duties as assignedEmployment StandardsApplicants must possess sufficient education, training, and experience to successfully perform the duties of the position.Education:Graduation from high school or possession of a GED/equivalent.Special RequirementsApplicants must:Be at least 20 years old to apply and 21 years old before appointmentHave never been convicted of a felonyPass a comprehensive medical examinationMeet vision standards:Minimum 20/100 vision, correctable to 20/20Normal depth perceptionNormal color perceptionDemonstrate and maintain the physical fitness required for the positionSuccessfully complete:Background investigationFingerprintingCriminal history reviewPsychological evaluationPolygraph examinationMedical examinationPossess legal authorization to work in the United StatesPossess a valid California driver's license before appointmentMaintain County driver authorizationDisaster Service Worker RequirementPursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100–3109, all County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs). Employees are required to complete DSW training and report to work during emergencies as directed.Knowledge RequiredApplicants should possess knowledge of:Common computer systems and applicationsEnglish grammar, spelling, punctuation, and written communicationSkills and AbilitiesSuccessful candidates must be able to:Learn and apply departmental policies, procedures, laws, and regulationsFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively with people from diverse backgroundsEstablish and maintain professional working relationshipsUse standard computer systems and softwarePhysical RequirementsApplicants must be able to:Perform physically demanding tasks requiring:StrengthCoordinationEnduranceAgilityMeet departmental uniform standardsEmployer InformationCounty of Santa Clara70 W. Hedding StreetSan Jose, CA 95110Website:
Job Description
County of Santa Clara: Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet (Unclassified)Location:San Jose Metropolitan Area, CaliforniaSalaryHourly: $47.98Biweekly: $3,838.24Monthly: $8,316.19Annual: $99,794.24Job DetailsJob Type: Full-TimeDepartment: Custody BureauBargaining Unit: 31Position DescriptionLaunch your law enforcement career with one of California's premier Sheriff's Offices. As a Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet, you'll be paid while attending a state-certified academy and receive the training, skills, and experience needed to protect your community. This is the first step toward a challenging, rewarding career with excellent pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for advancement.Note: Peace officers must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law (Government Code §1031, effective January 1, 2023).Hiring ProcessSanta Clara County has partnered with Whalls Group to work with candidates throughout the hiring process.The hiring process includes a written exam, physical fitness test, polygraph, psych examination, oral interviews and background investigation.If you have already taken one of the following written tests in the last year, the County will accept your passing score:S.T.C. Adult Corrections Officer (ACO) ExaminationNational Testing Network (NTN) REACT Examination for CorrectionsP.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)Typical DutiesEmployees in this classification may perform duties including:Attend California Correction Academy trainingParticipate in academic instruction, hands-on training, and physical conditioningComplete training meeting California Standards and Training for Corrections (S.T.C.) requirementsParticipate in defensive tactics, role-playing scenarios, and control techniquesComplete defensive tactics training, including:Ground controlBaton trainingControl holdsTakedownsServe as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), when requiredPerform other related duties as assignedEmployment StandardsApplicants must possess sufficient education, training, and experience to successfully perform the duties of the position.Education:Graduation from high school or possession of a GED/equivalent.Special RequirementsApplicants must:Be at least 20 years old to apply and 21 years old before appointmentHave never been convicted of a felonyPass a comprehensive medical examinationMeet vision standards:Minimum 20/100 vision, correctable to 20/20Normal depth perceptionNormal color perceptionDemonstrate and maintain the physical fitness required for the positionSuccessfully complete:Background investigationFingerprintingCriminal history reviewPsychological evaluationPolygraph examinationMedical examinationPossess legal authorization to work in the United StatesPossess a valid California driver's license before appointmentMaintain County driver authorizationDisaster Service Worker RequirementPursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100–3109, all County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs). Employees are required to complete DSW training and report to work during emergencies as directed.Knowledge RequiredApplicants should possess knowledge of:Common computer systems and applicationsEnglish grammar, spelling, punctuation, and written communicationSkills and AbilitiesSuccessful candidates must be able to:Learn and apply departmental policies, procedures, laws, and regulationsFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively with people from diverse backgroundsEstablish and maintain professional working relationshipsUse standard computer systems and softwarePhysical RequirementsApplicants must be able to:Perform physically demanding tasks requiring:StrengthCoordinationEnduranceAgilityMeet departmental uniform standardsEmployer InformationCounty of Santa Clara70 W. Hedding StreetSan Jose, CA 95110Website:
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