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Job Description
Examples of Duties
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be eligible for hiring incentive payments up to $12,000 as well as additional sick and vacation hours front-loaded depending on specific experience
Please Note : Applications will not be accepted without submission of California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy Graduation Certificate or proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy .
Duties may include, depending upon assignment, but are not limited to the following:
- Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property.
- Conducts preliminary investigations and interrogates witnesses.
- Tests for sobriety, performs CPR and First Aid, physically restrains subjects and prisoners.
- Substantiate findings of fact in court.
- Serve warrants, subpoenas and make arrests; serves subpoenas; investigates accidents.
- Responds to death scenes and secures area, examines body and scene for forensic evidence.
- Gathers information to assist in determining cause of death.
- Coordinates and cooperates with responding personnel and release of body and/or organs.
- Secures personal belongings and effects of the deceased, notifies next of kin.
- May assist in the disposition of the deceased due to death by natural causes.
- Refers questionable deaths to the Coroner's division.
- Delivers and executes civil processes such as writs of attachment, possession and execution, subpoenas, summons and complaints.
- Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies' investigations and arrests.
- Lifts latent prints, takes pictures or makes sketches of crime scene and takes plaster at crime scenes.
- Gather evidence and take statements in connection with suspected criminal activities.
- Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition.
- May function as a SWAT Team member or function as an undercover officer for the detection and prevention of the sale of narcotics and the arrest of drug offenders.
- Performs public relations and community policing activities to include law enforcement education, public safety, and crime prevention.
- May be assigned to schools, community law enforcement offices, correctional facilities, equestrian law enforcement, canine unit, lake patrol, or other special assignments.
- Performs assigned shift responsibilities, maintains confidentiality; follows supervisor's direction and department rules and regulations; may assist with training new staff.
Duties as assigned in the Court Security Services Division: - Primary duty is to serve as bailiff to the Superior Courts of Merced County.
- Maintains security and preserve order in courtroom facilities.
- Holds, guards and transports prisoners from Detention to Court and return.
- During court, takes charge of jury, witnesses and other personnel involved in the cases.
- May make court room arrests.
- Provides support to other law enforcement agencies and Deputy Sheriff/Coroners outside of court related duties.
- Develop a close working relationship with judges and court personnel in order to ensure the efficient operation of the court.
- Keep records, prepare reports and perform related office work as required.
- Protects assigned judge, jury, public and courtroom
- Prepares detailed reports of all activities; deliver and execute civil processes.
- Transports persons arrested to jail or court.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Level I
None.
Level II
Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement work equivalent to Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I.
Education:
High school graduation or equivalence.
Certification:
Possession of Certification of Completion from a Basic P.O.S.T Academy and First Aid and CPR certificates. Successful completion of Merced County Sheriff's Department Field Training Program required within one year of appointment.
License:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.
Citizenship:
Must be a United States Citizen
Note: Applications will be accepted with proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Appointments will only be made after successful completion of Basic P.O.S.T. Academy.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Respond appropriately to situations; performs in-the-line-of-duty firearm responsibilities.
- Physically restrain subjects and prisoners; maintain strength, endurance and agility.
- Enforce California Penal and Vehicle Codes.
- Follow orders and directions of senior staff in charge of command.
- Perform job duties under stressful conditions.
- Analyze data, complete comprehensive reports, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Maintain consistent/regular attendance and punctuality.
- Effectively represent the County, Sheriff and department with the community.
- Conduct activities on uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions.
- Lift and move with help objects weighing over 100 pounds.
- Perform timely and required procedures, duties and responsibilities.
- Operate a personal computer and other office equipment.
- Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives.
- Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
- Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
- Kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl.
- Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping.
- Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Regular attendance is an essential function.
- The general geography and topography of Merced County.
- Use and care of small fire arms; First Aid techniques.
- California Penal & Vehicle Codes; Laws of arrest and rules of evidence.
- Laws applicable to the apprehension, retention and treatment of prisoners and juveniles.
- Principles of identification and fingerprint classification; code of Civil Procedures and Civil Processes.
- Observe and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
- Understand and interpret laws and regulations relating to arrest and rules of evidence, apprehension, retention and treatment of prisoners and juveniles.
- Understand and accurately interpret the Code of Civil Procedures and Civil Processes.
- Secure information from witnesses and suspects.
- Effectively perform Deputy Sheriff/Coroner duties and responsibilities.
- Work in any area of law enforcement at an experienced level.
- Make independent judgments, adopt quick, and effective and responsible courses of action during emergencies.
- Write clear, complete and comprehensive reports.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with those contacted during the course of work.
- Meet standards of physical stature, condition, strength, endurance and agility.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use and care for firearms.
- Perform notifications to next of kin of deceased with understanding and empathy.
ALLOWANCES
UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
Deputy Sheriff I/II and Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II - $30.00 Bi-weekly, paid on a semi-annual basis of $390.
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way.
INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.- Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
State Disability Insurance (SDI- Merced County non-management employees are enrolled in the State Disability Insurance Program (SDI). Premiums for this insurance are paid by the employee. This insurance is administered solely by the State, who determines eligibility and payments. Benefit amounts are based on the quarter with the highest wages earned within the base period.
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance- Represented Employees $10,000
RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.
EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous - Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Merced County
Show moreMerced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce.
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