County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Are you an experienced peace officer? The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is seeking current peace officers for the position of Deputy Sheriff Lateral. The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office employs over six hundred sworn and civilian employees. Deputy Sheriffs investigate crimes; patrol assigned areas; receive, supervise and transport inmates; act as bailiff or civil deputy; and perform all related duties in law enforcement and crime prevention as may be assigned under general supervision. To avoid delays in processing your application for this position, please read all the information contained in this job posting prior to submitting an application. T h i s is NOT an ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION. Su cc e ss f u l candidates must have experience as a peace officer and must possess a valid California Basic POST Certificate. The Basic Certificate is awarded to current full-time peace officers of a POST-participating agency that have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite Basic Course requirement and the employing agency's probationary period. IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position must submit with their application a copy of their Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Physical Agility Test results AND a copy of their valid California Basic POST Certificate or Basic Course Waiver Letter. The physical agility exam must have been completed within one year of the date the job application is submitted. Physical Agility Test - Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) - This test consists of five individually timed and weighted events, and the minimum passing score is 320. The Academy offers optional practice sessions for the WSTB. Test and practice schedules are available on The Academy website. The following five events are individually timed and weighted in terms of value. 99-yard obstacle course with sharp turns and up to 34-inch high obstacles 165-pound body drag for 32-feet 6-foot chain link fence climb 6-foot solid wall climb 500-yard run All pre-application tests for Deputy Sheriff Lateral applicants have been outsourced to the South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium (aka The Academy). However, test results from other training organizations and law enforcement agencies will be accepted so long as they meet the California Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) requirements. Applicants are responsible for contacting The Academy ( www.theacademy.ca.gov ) and self-enrolling for the required test. Visit The Academy's website for current test schedules, requirements, and enrollment. 2. California Basic POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certificate - The Basic Certificate is awarded, as defined in Regulation 1011, to currently employed full-time peace officers of a POST-participating agency who have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite Basic Course requirement and the employing agency's probationary period. Out-of-state applicants : Completion of the Basic Course Waiver process is an option for meeting California's Regular Basic Course training requirement for out-of-state applicants. An individual must successfully complete the entire four-step Basic Course Waiver (BCW) process to obtain a waiver. To begin or learn more about the Basic Course Wavier process, please visit https://www.post.ca.gov/basic-course-waiver-process.aspx . Qualifications Certificate: As required by the State of California, incumbents at this level must possess a valid California Basic POST Certificate. Education: High school diploma or its equivalent. License: Valid California Class C Driver License or equivalent. Citizenship: U.S. citizen; permanent resident aliens who are eligiblemust have applied for citizenship at the time of application for this position. Background: No felony convictions and no recent drug use. Physical Requirements: Must be free from any condition which might adversely affect fitness for the duties of the position; uncorrected visual acuity of at least 20/100 in each eye, correctable to 20/30 in each eye; weight must be in proportion to height. Other requirements: Willing to work irregular hours, holidays, weekends, and rotating shifts. Refrain from using tobacco products at any time for employees hired by the County after October 1, 2004. Application/Examination Anyone May Apply. Responses to supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our County of San Mateo application form along with your Basic POST Certificate and your physical agilityexam results. An application screening committee may select those applicants whose education, experience, training, and knowledge most closely match the requirements of the position and the needs of the Sheriff's Office. The examination will consist of a physical agility exam (weight: pass/fail) and a panel interview (weight: 100%). In order to be invited to the panel interview, candidates must have passed the physical agilityexam and possess a Basic POST certificate prior to applying. The panel interview will include the evaluation of a written exercise given just prior to the interview. Candidates will be notified of the date, time and place of the examinations. Subsequent phases of the selection process include a psychological evaluation, polygraph test, and medical examination. The Sheriff's Office will conduct final interviews with candidates who pass all required tests and evaluations. Final selection of candidates is made by the Sheriff's Office and is based on panel interview performance and information gathered in the background investigation, psychological and polygraph assessments, and medical evaluations. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. For specific questions regarding retirement, the San Mateo County Employees' Retirement Association ( www.samcera.org ) can be contacted by email ( samcera@samcera.org ) or by phone (650-599-1234). Tentative Recruitment Timeline: Open until filled San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst:Mandy Singh(102516) (Deputy Sheriff - H060) Keywords: Sheriff, officer, Deputy, Lateral
Mar 16, 2021
Full Time
Description Are you an experienced peace officer? The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is seeking current peace officers for the position of Deputy Sheriff Lateral. The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office employs over six hundred sworn and civilian employees. Deputy Sheriffs investigate crimes; patrol assigned areas; receive, supervise and transport inmates; act as bailiff or civil deputy; and perform all related duties in law enforcement and crime prevention as may be assigned under general supervision. To avoid delays in processing your application for this position, please read all the information contained in this job posting prior to submitting an application. T h i s is NOT an ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION. Su cc e ss f u l candidates must have experience as a peace officer and must possess a valid California Basic POST Certificate. The Basic Certificate is awarded to current full-time peace officers of a POST-participating agency that have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite Basic Course requirement and the employing agency's probationary period. IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position must submit with their application a copy of their Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Physical Agility Test results AND a copy of their valid California Basic POST Certificate or Basic Course Waiver Letter. The physical agility exam must have been completed within one year of the date the job application is submitted. Physical Agility Test - Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) - This test consists of five individually timed and weighted events, and the minimum passing score is 320. The Academy offers optional practice sessions for the WSTB. Test and practice schedules are available on The Academy website. The following five events are individually timed and weighted in terms of value. 99-yard obstacle course with sharp turns and up to 34-inch high obstacles 165-pound body drag for 32-feet 6-foot chain link fence climb 6-foot solid wall climb 500-yard run All pre-application tests for Deputy Sheriff Lateral applicants have been outsourced to the South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium (aka The Academy). However, test results from other training organizations and law enforcement agencies will be accepted so long as they meet the California Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) requirements. Applicants are responsible for contacting The Academy ( www.theacademy.ca.gov ) and self-enrolling for the required test. Visit The Academy's website for current test schedules, requirements, and enrollment. 2. California Basic POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certificate - The Basic Certificate is awarded, as defined in Regulation 1011, to currently employed full-time peace officers of a POST-participating agency who have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite Basic Course requirement and the employing agency's probationary period. Out-of-state applicants : Completion of the Basic Course Waiver process is an option for meeting California's Regular Basic Course training requirement for out-of-state applicants. An individual must successfully complete the entire four-step Basic Course Waiver (BCW) process to obtain a waiver. To begin or learn more about the Basic Course Wavier process, please visit https://www.post.ca.gov/basic-course-waiver-process.aspx . Qualifications Certificate: As required by the State of California, incumbents at this level must possess a valid California Basic POST Certificate. Education: High school diploma or its equivalent. License: Valid California Class C Driver License or equivalent. Citizenship: U.S. citizen; permanent resident aliens who are eligiblemust have applied for citizenship at the time of application for this position. Background: No felony convictions and no recent drug use. Physical Requirements: Must be free from any condition which might adversely affect fitness for the duties of the position; uncorrected visual acuity of at least 20/100 in each eye, correctable to 20/30 in each eye; weight must be in proportion to height. Other requirements: Willing to work irregular hours, holidays, weekends, and rotating shifts. Refrain from using tobacco products at any time for employees hired by the County after October 1, 2004. Application/Examination Anyone May Apply. Responses to supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our County of San Mateo application form along with your Basic POST Certificate and your physical agilityexam results. An application screening committee may select those applicants whose education, experience, training, and knowledge most closely match the requirements of the position and the needs of the Sheriff's Office. The examination will consist of a physical agility exam (weight: pass/fail) and a panel interview (weight: 100%). In order to be invited to the panel interview, candidates must have passed the physical agilityexam and possess a Basic POST certificate prior to applying. The panel interview will include the evaluation of a written exercise given just prior to the interview. Candidates will be notified of the date, time and place of the examinations. Subsequent phases of the selection process include a psychological evaluation, polygraph test, and medical examination. The Sheriff's Office will conduct final interviews with candidates who pass all required tests and evaluations. Final selection of candidates is made by the Sheriff's Office and is based on panel interview performance and information gathered in the background investigation, psychological and polygraph assessments, and medical evaluations. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. For specific questions regarding retirement, the San Mateo County Employees' Retirement Association ( www.samcera.org ) can be contacted by email ( samcera@samcera.org ) or by phone (650-599-1234). Tentative Recruitment Timeline: Open until filled San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst:Mandy Singh(102516) (Deputy Sheriff - H060) Keywords: Sheriff, officer, Deputy, Lateral
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
FILING START DATE : 09/01/2020 FILING START TIME: 8:00 AM This announcement is a reposting to update information regarding salary, eligibility, the Validated Physical Ability Test and the structured interview. The filing period may be suspended AT ANY TIME without prior notice AND the examination may reopen as the needs of the service require. EXAM NUMBER : J2708O SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION Salary includes P.O.S.T., patrol, and longevity bonuses. $6,486.39 - $10,031.43 (BPC) Monthly $6,683.68 - $10,336.54 (IPC) Monthly $6,886.97 - $10,650.94 (APC) Monthly The seventh step of the Deputy Sheriff pay scale shall be authorized after: 1) completion of one year on the sixth step 2) successful completion of Custody and Patrol training programs 3) completion of Custody and Patrol assignments with competent performance ratings and evaluations TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : Open Competitive FILING TYPE : Open Continuous CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this class work under the technical and administrative supervision of a Sergeant or higher - level peace officer. Some positions report to civilian managers who provide administrative supervision. Incumbents are assigned to fixed posts or designated patrol areas throughout the unincorporated area of the County and in contract cities and perform either: (1) inmate custody work at a correctional facility; security and support services at a court facility; or (2) law enforcement work at a Sheriff's patrol station, specialized unit, or other non-custodial assignment. Incumbents perform progressively responsible and diverse law enforcement duties such as supervising, observing, guarding, and transporting inmates; serving civil and criminal process; securing and maintaining order within courtrooms; patrolling an assigned area in a patrol car; investigating, preventing and suppressing crime; and apprehending public offenders. Incumbents may rotate through a variety of job assignments along planned career development lines to broaden skill and expertise in general law enforcement work and enable prompt deployment of trained personnel in response to the changing needs and priorities of the community. Positions in this class must exercise a working knowledge of law enforcement such as penal, evidence and vehicle codes; criminal investigation; patrol and custody procedures; juvenile laws; administration of justice; and community-law enforcement relations. Incumbents in these assignments must independently exercise judgment in interpreting and applying departmentally-approved methods in emergency situations involving danger to life and property. Also allocable to this class are positions performing specialized and highly specialized law enforcement assignments. Positions performing specialized assignments such as a lead deputy, training officer, watch deputy, polygraph examiner, investigator, etc., are required to exercise a complete knowledge of the functions and responsibilities of their assigned unit, with sufficient ability to impart this knowledge to others. Specialized assignments, such as media or international liaison, are highly sensitive requiring incumbents to possess a thorough knowledge of the department's organization and operational policies and procedures as well as the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals and groups. Highly specialized assignments such as commercial crimes, major crimes, homicide, emergency services, or arson initially require extensive training and technical skill. Incumbents are required to maintain proficiency and stay abreast of developments in their particular area of expertise. Essential Job Functions EXAMPLE OF DUTIES OF A DEPUTY SHERIFF Testify in court Make a forcible arrest Search for and handle evidence/contraband Use a firearm Drive a County vehicle ALL ASSIGNMENTS: Takes action, as deemed appropriate and within the guidelines of the law and departmental policy, in response to any public offense committed to which there is immediate danger to person or property or of the escape of the perpetrator of such offense whether on or off duty. Performs law enforcement administrative and operational duties such as writing reports, maintaining logs and other records. Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures resulting from changes in laws or other legal mandates affecting functional area of assignment. Takes responsibility for and maintains all equipment, including weapons, ammunition, and other specialized law enforcement equipment; attends required training; and maintains proficiency in all issued equipment. Responds to emergent situations such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or other tactical situations to protect lives and prevent criminal acts. Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings. Performs collateral duties as assigned. CORRECTIONAL OR COURT FACILITY ASSIGNMENTS: Controls, monitors, and supervises inmate conduct in housing units during meals, bathing, recreational activities, or work assignments according to established policies, regulations, and procedures to prevent escapes, injuries, or violence. Interprets and enforces correctional rules and regulations, such as California Code of Regulations , Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities, Title XV. Searches inmates, including performing clothed and unclothed body searches, and inspects housing units for contraband such as weapons or drugs to maintain the security and safety of inmates. Monitors movement and maintains security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates within a correctional or court facility. Transports inmates to hospitals as needed for medical treatment and provides security as needed. Maintains visual surveillance of inmates and facilities according to departmental policy and established schedule through direct observation and the use of video equipment. Responds to inmate disturbances or emergencies and takes action to control the situation in accordance with legal guidelines, training, and established departmental policies and procedures. Conducts, records, and reports inmate count during shift to ensure all inmates are present and that accurate documentation is maintained. Responds to incidents of suspected criminal activity within a facility such as physical assaults; conducts preliminary investigations; gathers and maintains the chain of evidence; writes reports; and makes arrests as necessary. Provides jail orientation and responds to questions, concerns, and requests from inmates. Oversees and monitors access to attorney rooms, visiting areas, and other controlled locations. Serves as a Superior Court bailiff by assisting the court in maintaining order and by providing security for inmates in custody and for jurors. Serves all writs, notices or other processes issued by superior courts in the manner prescribed by law. Transports sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates to and from courts, correctional facilities, or other locations. PATROL STATION/SPECIALIZED UNIT/OTHER NON-CUSTODIAL ASSIGNMENTS: Patrols designated area in a patrol car to enforce laws and prevent or suppress crime; responds to reports of suspected criminal activity or disturbance such as physical assault, rape, homicide or burglary; makes preliminary investigations; gathers and maintains the chain of evidence; and makes arrests as warranted. Responds to requests for service from the public regarding suspected criminal activities such as those involving juveniles, narcotics, vice, license violations, or nuisance complaints, and initiates the investigation of incidents. Responds to locations of traffic accidents to assist victims; takes control to maintain traffic flow; obtains evidence and interviews suspects, witnesses, and victims; documents findings in a written report, and issues citations or makes arrests as warranted. Transports inmates to or from courts, stations, emergency medical facilities or other correctional facilities. Conducts personnel background investigations by interviewing employers, neighbors, personal references, and family members and prepares reports of significant information obtained. Guards and maintains the security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates by enforcing detention policies and procedures in station jails. MAY BE ASSIGNED TO PERFORM SPECIALIZED DUTIES IN ASSIGNMENTS SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING: Exercises technical supervision over other line personnel, including but not limited to patrol, custody, detective, court services, and technical services. Plans and conducts law enforcement courses and seminars including classroom instruction and practical demonstration; tests and evaluates participants' knowledge and performance. Exercises technical supervision over field training activities in various patrol procedures and techniques such as report writing, vehicle pullover and approach, traffic control, arrest, and search and seizure. Coordinates operational activities such as scheduling patrol units and resolving community concerns and incoming calls for service at a Sheriff's patrol station. Conducts polygraph investigations of suspects, victims, or witnesses to determine the validity of their statements; conducts polygraph examinations of applicants for Deputy Sheriff. Serves as a detective in a specialized investigative unit such as burglary, juvenile gang, child abuse, forgery, commercial crimes, vice, or narcotics, with responsibility for investigating crimes, identifying and apprehending criminals, and assisting in the prosecution of court cases. MAY BE ASSIGNED TO PERFORM HIGHLY SPECIALIZED DUTIES IN ASSIGNMENTS SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING: Conducts complex major investigations in such areas as homicide, arson, and fraud, requiring extensive technical knowledge and skill, and the ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and synthesize massive amounts of information. Performs duties such as flying a helicopter and making mountain and underwater rescues requiring extensive training, skills, and certification or licensure. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS CITIZENSHIP Must be a U.S. citizen - OR - permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship. For more information regarding citizenship requirements, please contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) at 1-800-375-5283 or visit their website at http://www.uscis.gov . Candidates will be required to submit a copy of their Citizenship diploma or paperwork showing they have applied for citizenship during the background process. EXPERIENCE Candidates must be employed as full-time peace officers in a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience at the time of filing. Full-time experience is defined as a 40-hour work week. Continuous experience is defined as full-time experience gained within two years from date of application. CERTIFICATE Candidates must possess a P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate(s) at the time of filing . A legible copy of the candidate's valid P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate and A legible copy of the candidate's P.O.S.T. profile report must be attached with the application at the time of filing. Documentation will be accepted via e-mail. LICENSE A valid California class "C" driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates must possess a current, non-expired California class "C" driver license or above at the time of filing. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit a copy of their California driver license during the background investigation. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. A candidate's driving record that shows three or more moving violations within the last year will not be appointed. PHYSICAL CLASS IV - Arduous Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Candidates must be in good general physical fitness and free from any medical conditions that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the Deputy Sheriff position. VISION (1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. Successful soft contact lens wearers are not required to meet the uncorrected standard as long as their corrected vision is 20/30 in each eye. (2) Color perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying. HEARING There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz. 30 dB at 1000 Hz. 40 dB at 2000 Hz. 40 dB at 3000 Hz. There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worst ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the candidate's record may be reviewed by the Occupational Health Program's Service Consultant for final determination of qualifications. Additional Information WORK CONDITIONS The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven days a week, 24-hours a day, and has locations throughout the greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to: work any shift. work overtime and consecutive shifts. work on any day of the year. work with people of any race or ethnic group. work assignments with co-workers of the opposite sex. work in any location within the County of Los Angeles. injure and perhaps kill another person in defense of your life or the life of others. have split or varied days off. work assignments where there is risk of being injured in the performance of your duties. deal with people who are hostile, irrational, emotionally distraught, or mentally ill. deal with volatile or life threatening situations. make appropriate split-second decisions in emergent, highly stressful situations. work independently and as a partner or team member with a variety of individuals. EXAMINATION CONTENT This is a non-competitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify candidates. ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE ALL CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE SENT TO CANDIDATES VIA EMAIL. Candidates are responsible for providing a valid email address in their application that can receive emails from LASD.org . Please add the following email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: qmmao@lasd.org swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org ehire@lasd.org ehiresvc@lasd.org spsupport@lasd.org info@governmentjobs.com Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as received basis and candidates will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Candidates' names will be placed on the eligible register for twenty-four (24) months following the date of promulgation. Candidates will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veterans credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period of twenty-four (24) months following the date of eligibility, unless they: do not pass the Validated Physical Ability Test. do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled structured interview appointment. do not pass the structured interview. do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled background investigation appointment. are disqualified during the background investigation. are disqualified from the medical or psychological process. withdraw or refuse the position after being placed on the eligible register. SPECIAL INFORMATION ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. use of marijuana with or without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. DISQUALIFICATION The background questions in the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) are utilized to ensure candidates meet the standards of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Candidates who fail any background question(s) will be disqualified from all Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department examinations for which they applied, and will have to wait a minimum of twelve (12) months after the date of the disqualification to reapply. LASD HIRING PROCESS 1. Application (including SQ) 2. Validated Physical Ability Test 3. Structured Interview 4. Background Investigation 5. Psychological and Medical Evaluations VALIDATED PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST Candidates who are placed on the eligible register will proceed to the Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT). The VPAT evaluates candidates' baseline physical fitness level, relative to the physical demands of the Sheriff's Academy and is comprised of four tests: push-ups, 75-yard run, sit-ups, and 20 meter shuttle run test. Candidates must pass the VPAT to start the background investigation. Candidates will be allowed an unlimited number of opportunities to pass the VPAT within a twelve (12) month period from the date of the candidate's initial scheduled VPAT appointment. Candidates who do not pass the VPAT after the twelve (12) months must wait three (3) months from the date of the last VPAT failure to reapply for this position. Candidates are strongly encouraged to work out and be in good physical condition. Candidates that pass the VPAT should continue to work out to meet the physical demands of the academy. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department offers Pre-Academy Workouts for candidates in the Deputy Sheriff Trainee hiring process. STRUCTURED INTERVIEW (SI) Candidates who pass the VPAT, will participate in a P.O.S.T. mandated structured interview (SI). The SI evaluates the candidates' experience, problem solving, interest/motivation, interpersonal skills, community involvement/awareness, and communication skills. Candidates will be allowed one (1) opportunity to pass the SI. If a candidate does not pass the SI, he/she must wait three (3) months to reapply. PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE Candidates will be given a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that is to be completed and submitted on the day of their background intake appointment. Candidates will be asked questions regarding narcotics use, theft, arrest history, domestic violence, and driving history. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: failure to appear to scheduled appointments, felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns, suspended license, driving under the influence, poor credit or employment history, substance abuse, and active criminal probation. PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS) Candidates will be required to complete a P.O.S.T. mandated Personal History Statement (PHS). Candidates will receive emails from the Department's electronic case management system, E-Hire, with instructions on how to complete the PHS. Candidates are required to submit specific documents (i.e., driver license, social security card, birth/marriage certificate(s) etc.). It is the candidates' responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to their background intake appointment. Department representatives will verify the copies against the original documents, and return all original documents to the candidate. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes, but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews, a Live Scan (fingerprint search), polygraph examination, law enforcement agency checks, and residence/employment checks. Candidates who complete the background investigation may be selected for the position and will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological evaluations and medical. Candidates who are disqualified from the background investigation will be ineligible to reapply for any Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department position for a minimum of twelve (12) months. PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION The psychological evaluation consists of a four (4) hour test. Once candidates have completed the test they will meet with a psychologist. Candidates who do not pass the psychological evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months. MEDICAL EVALUATION The medical evaluation assesses physical ability, ensuring capability to participate in the demanding duties of the position. Candidates who do not pass the medical evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION All candidates are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age, citizenship, education, and driver license) is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the selection requirements. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE To apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" button located on the top right corner of the screen. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm (PT), on the last day of filing. Candidates will be asked to provide required documents during the background process. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING ONLINE FILING NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All candidates must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or a friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record, and may result in a rejection of your application. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER All candidates must include their social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 981-5800 Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Sworn Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 981-5800 Department Contact email: swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 05, 2021
Full Time
FILING START DATE : 09/01/2020 FILING START TIME: 8:00 AM This announcement is a reposting to update information regarding salary, eligibility, the Validated Physical Ability Test and the structured interview. The filing period may be suspended AT ANY TIME without prior notice AND the examination may reopen as the needs of the service require. EXAM NUMBER : J2708O SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION Salary includes P.O.S.T., patrol, and longevity bonuses. $6,486.39 - $10,031.43 (BPC) Monthly $6,683.68 - $10,336.54 (IPC) Monthly $6,886.97 - $10,650.94 (APC) Monthly The seventh step of the Deputy Sheriff pay scale shall be authorized after: 1) completion of one year on the sixth step 2) successful completion of Custody and Patrol training programs 3) completion of Custody and Patrol assignments with competent performance ratings and evaluations TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : Open Competitive FILING TYPE : Open Continuous CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this class work under the technical and administrative supervision of a Sergeant or higher - level peace officer. Some positions report to civilian managers who provide administrative supervision. Incumbents are assigned to fixed posts or designated patrol areas throughout the unincorporated area of the County and in contract cities and perform either: (1) inmate custody work at a correctional facility; security and support services at a court facility; or (2) law enforcement work at a Sheriff's patrol station, specialized unit, or other non-custodial assignment. Incumbents perform progressively responsible and diverse law enforcement duties such as supervising, observing, guarding, and transporting inmates; serving civil and criminal process; securing and maintaining order within courtrooms; patrolling an assigned area in a patrol car; investigating, preventing and suppressing crime; and apprehending public offenders. Incumbents may rotate through a variety of job assignments along planned career development lines to broaden skill and expertise in general law enforcement work and enable prompt deployment of trained personnel in response to the changing needs and priorities of the community. Positions in this class must exercise a working knowledge of law enforcement such as penal, evidence and vehicle codes; criminal investigation; patrol and custody procedures; juvenile laws; administration of justice; and community-law enforcement relations. Incumbents in these assignments must independently exercise judgment in interpreting and applying departmentally-approved methods in emergency situations involving danger to life and property. Also allocable to this class are positions performing specialized and highly specialized law enforcement assignments. Positions performing specialized assignments such as a lead deputy, training officer, watch deputy, polygraph examiner, investigator, etc., are required to exercise a complete knowledge of the functions and responsibilities of their assigned unit, with sufficient ability to impart this knowledge to others. Specialized assignments, such as media or international liaison, are highly sensitive requiring incumbents to possess a thorough knowledge of the department's organization and operational policies and procedures as well as the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals and groups. Highly specialized assignments such as commercial crimes, major crimes, homicide, emergency services, or arson initially require extensive training and technical skill. Incumbents are required to maintain proficiency and stay abreast of developments in their particular area of expertise. Essential Job Functions EXAMPLE OF DUTIES OF A DEPUTY SHERIFF Testify in court Make a forcible arrest Search for and handle evidence/contraband Use a firearm Drive a County vehicle ALL ASSIGNMENTS: Takes action, as deemed appropriate and within the guidelines of the law and departmental policy, in response to any public offense committed to which there is immediate danger to person or property or of the escape of the perpetrator of such offense whether on or off duty. Performs law enforcement administrative and operational duties such as writing reports, maintaining logs and other records. Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures resulting from changes in laws or other legal mandates affecting functional area of assignment. Takes responsibility for and maintains all equipment, including weapons, ammunition, and other specialized law enforcement equipment; attends required training; and maintains proficiency in all issued equipment. Responds to emergent situations such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or other tactical situations to protect lives and prevent criminal acts. Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings. Performs collateral duties as assigned. CORRECTIONAL OR COURT FACILITY ASSIGNMENTS: Controls, monitors, and supervises inmate conduct in housing units during meals, bathing, recreational activities, or work assignments according to established policies, regulations, and procedures to prevent escapes, injuries, or violence. Interprets and enforces correctional rules and regulations, such as California Code of Regulations , Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities, Title XV. Searches inmates, including performing clothed and unclothed body searches, and inspects housing units for contraband such as weapons or drugs to maintain the security and safety of inmates. Monitors movement and maintains security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates within a correctional or court facility. Transports inmates to hospitals as needed for medical treatment and provides security as needed. Maintains visual surveillance of inmates and facilities according to departmental policy and established schedule through direct observation and the use of video equipment. Responds to inmate disturbances or emergencies and takes action to control the situation in accordance with legal guidelines, training, and established departmental policies and procedures. Conducts, records, and reports inmate count during shift to ensure all inmates are present and that accurate documentation is maintained. Responds to incidents of suspected criminal activity within a facility such as physical assaults; conducts preliminary investigations; gathers and maintains the chain of evidence; writes reports; and makes arrests as necessary. Provides jail orientation and responds to questions, concerns, and requests from inmates. Oversees and monitors access to attorney rooms, visiting areas, and other controlled locations. Serves as a Superior Court bailiff by assisting the court in maintaining order and by providing security for inmates in custody and for jurors. Serves all writs, notices or other processes issued by superior courts in the manner prescribed by law. Transports sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates to and from courts, correctional facilities, or other locations. PATROL STATION/SPECIALIZED UNIT/OTHER NON-CUSTODIAL ASSIGNMENTS: Patrols designated area in a patrol car to enforce laws and prevent or suppress crime; responds to reports of suspected criminal activity or disturbance such as physical assault, rape, homicide or burglary; makes preliminary investigations; gathers and maintains the chain of evidence; and makes arrests as warranted. Responds to requests for service from the public regarding suspected criminal activities such as those involving juveniles, narcotics, vice, license violations, or nuisance complaints, and initiates the investigation of incidents. Responds to locations of traffic accidents to assist victims; takes control to maintain traffic flow; obtains evidence and interviews suspects, witnesses, and victims; documents findings in a written report, and issues citations or makes arrests as warranted. Transports inmates to or from courts, stations, emergency medical facilities or other correctional facilities. Conducts personnel background investigations by interviewing employers, neighbors, personal references, and family members and prepares reports of significant information obtained. Guards and maintains the security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates by enforcing detention policies and procedures in station jails. MAY BE ASSIGNED TO PERFORM SPECIALIZED DUTIES IN ASSIGNMENTS SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING: Exercises technical supervision over other line personnel, including but not limited to patrol, custody, detective, court services, and technical services. Plans and conducts law enforcement courses and seminars including classroom instruction and practical demonstration; tests and evaluates participants' knowledge and performance. Exercises technical supervision over field training activities in various patrol procedures and techniques such as report writing, vehicle pullover and approach, traffic control, arrest, and search and seizure. Coordinates operational activities such as scheduling patrol units and resolving community concerns and incoming calls for service at a Sheriff's patrol station. Conducts polygraph investigations of suspects, victims, or witnesses to determine the validity of their statements; conducts polygraph examinations of applicants for Deputy Sheriff. Serves as a detective in a specialized investigative unit such as burglary, juvenile gang, child abuse, forgery, commercial crimes, vice, or narcotics, with responsibility for investigating crimes, identifying and apprehending criminals, and assisting in the prosecution of court cases. MAY BE ASSIGNED TO PERFORM HIGHLY SPECIALIZED DUTIES IN ASSIGNMENTS SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING: Conducts complex major investigations in such areas as homicide, arson, and fraud, requiring extensive technical knowledge and skill, and the ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and synthesize massive amounts of information. Performs duties such as flying a helicopter and making mountain and underwater rescues requiring extensive training, skills, and certification or licensure. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS CITIZENSHIP Must be a U.S. citizen - OR - permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship. For more information regarding citizenship requirements, please contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) at 1-800-375-5283 or visit their website at http://www.uscis.gov . Candidates will be required to submit a copy of their Citizenship diploma or paperwork showing they have applied for citizenship during the background process. EXPERIENCE Candidates must be employed as full-time peace officers in a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience at the time of filing. Full-time experience is defined as a 40-hour work week. Continuous experience is defined as full-time experience gained within two years from date of application. CERTIFICATE Candidates must possess a P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate(s) at the time of filing . A legible copy of the candidate's valid P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate and A legible copy of the candidate's P.O.S.T. profile report must be attached with the application at the time of filing. Documentation will be accepted via e-mail. LICENSE A valid California class "C" driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates must possess a current, non-expired California class "C" driver license or above at the time of filing. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit a copy of their California driver license during the background investigation. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. A candidate's driving record that shows three or more moving violations within the last year will not be appointed. PHYSICAL CLASS IV - Arduous Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Candidates must be in good general physical fitness and free from any medical conditions that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the Deputy Sheriff position. VISION (1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. Successful soft contact lens wearers are not required to meet the uncorrected standard as long as their corrected vision is 20/30 in each eye. (2) Color perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying. HEARING There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz. 30 dB at 1000 Hz. 40 dB at 2000 Hz. 40 dB at 3000 Hz. There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worst ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the candidate's record may be reviewed by the Occupational Health Program's Service Consultant for final determination of qualifications. Additional Information WORK CONDITIONS The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven days a week, 24-hours a day, and has locations throughout the greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to: work any shift. work overtime and consecutive shifts. work on any day of the year. work with people of any race or ethnic group. work assignments with co-workers of the opposite sex. work in any location within the County of Los Angeles. injure and perhaps kill another person in defense of your life or the life of others. have split or varied days off. work assignments where there is risk of being injured in the performance of your duties. deal with people who are hostile, irrational, emotionally distraught, or mentally ill. deal with volatile or life threatening situations. make appropriate split-second decisions in emergent, highly stressful situations. work independently and as a partner or team member with a variety of individuals. EXAMINATION CONTENT This is a non-competitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify candidates. ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE ALL CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE SENT TO CANDIDATES VIA EMAIL. Candidates are responsible for providing a valid email address in their application that can receive emails from LASD.org . Please add the following email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: qmmao@lasd.org swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org ehire@lasd.org ehiresvc@lasd.org spsupport@lasd.org info@governmentjobs.com Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as received basis and candidates will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Candidates' names will be placed on the eligible register for twenty-four (24) months following the date of promulgation. Candidates will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veterans credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period of twenty-four (24) months following the date of eligibility, unless they: do not pass the Validated Physical Ability Test. do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled structured interview appointment. do not pass the structured interview. do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled background investigation appointment. are disqualified during the background investigation. are disqualified from the medical or psychological process. withdraw or refuse the position after being placed on the eligible register. SPECIAL INFORMATION ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. use of marijuana with or without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. DISQUALIFICATION The background questions in the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) are utilized to ensure candidates meet the standards of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Candidates who fail any background question(s) will be disqualified from all Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department examinations for which they applied, and will have to wait a minimum of twelve (12) months after the date of the disqualification to reapply. LASD HIRING PROCESS 1. Application (including SQ) 2. Validated Physical Ability Test 3. Structured Interview 4. Background Investigation 5. Psychological and Medical Evaluations VALIDATED PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST Candidates who are placed on the eligible register will proceed to the Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT). The VPAT evaluates candidates' baseline physical fitness level, relative to the physical demands of the Sheriff's Academy and is comprised of four tests: push-ups, 75-yard run, sit-ups, and 20 meter shuttle run test. Candidates must pass the VPAT to start the background investigation. Candidates will be allowed an unlimited number of opportunities to pass the VPAT within a twelve (12) month period from the date of the candidate's initial scheduled VPAT appointment. Candidates who do not pass the VPAT after the twelve (12) months must wait three (3) months from the date of the last VPAT failure to reapply for this position. Candidates are strongly encouraged to work out and be in good physical condition. Candidates that pass the VPAT should continue to work out to meet the physical demands of the academy. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department offers Pre-Academy Workouts for candidates in the Deputy Sheriff Trainee hiring process. STRUCTURED INTERVIEW (SI) Candidates who pass the VPAT, will participate in a P.O.S.T. mandated structured interview (SI). The SI evaluates the candidates' experience, problem solving, interest/motivation, interpersonal skills, community involvement/awareness, and communication skills. Candidates will be allowed one (1) opportunity to pass the SI. If a candidate does not pass the SI, he/she must wait three (3) months to reapply. PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE Candidates will be given a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that is to be completed and submitted on the day of their background intake appointment. Candidates will be asked questions regarding narcotics use, theft, arrest history, domestic violence, and driving history. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: failure to appear to scheduled appointments, felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns, suspended license, driving under the influence, poor credit or employment history, substance abuse, and active criminal probation. PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS) Candidates will be required to complete a P.O.S.T. mandated Personal History Statement (PHS). Candidates will receive emails from the Department's electronic case management system, E-Hire, with instructions on how to complete the PHS. Candidates are required to submit specific documents (i.e., driver license, social security card, birth/marriage certificate(s) etc.). It is the candidates' responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to their background intake appointment. Department representatives will verify the copies against the original documents, and return all original documents to the candidate. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes, but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews, a Live Scan (fingerprint search), polygraph examination, law enforcement agency checks, and residence/employment checks. Candidates who complete the background investigation may be selected for the position and will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological evaluations and medical. Candidates who are disqualified from the background investigation will be ineligible to reapply for any Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department position for a minimum of twelve (12) months. PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION The psychological evaluation consists of a four (4) hour test. Once candidates have completed the test they will meet with a psychologist. Candidates who do not pass the psychological evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months. MEDICAL EVALUATION The medical evaluation assesses physical ability, ensuring capability to participate in the demanding duties of the position. Candidates who do not pass the medical evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION All candidates are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age, citizenship, education, and driver license) is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the selection requirements. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE To apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" button located on the top right corner of the screen. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm (PT), on the last day of filing. Candidates will be asked to provide required documents during the background process. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING ONLINE FILING NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All candidates must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or a friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record, and may result in a rejection of your application. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER All candidates must include their social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 981-5800 Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Sworn Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 981-5800 Department Contact email: swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Contra Costa County, CA
Martinez, California, United States
The Position The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is recruiting to fill a vacancy in the Criminalist series; specifically, there is currently a vacancy in the Forensic Services Division (FSD) for a Criminalist III and/or Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III in the Comparative Evidence (Firearms) and Toxicology units. The eligible list established from this recruitment process will be valid for 6 months, and may be used to fill other Criminalist III / Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III vacancies within the Forensic Services Division, therefore all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Criminalist III (6DTA) $56.03 - $69.81 Hourly $9,712.32 - $12,100.52 Monthly $116,547.84 - $145,206.24 Annually Deputy Sheriff - Criminalist III (6DTB) $56.08 - $71.57 Hourly $9,720.46 - $12,406.04 Monthly $116,645.52 - $148,872.48 Annually The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is the largest law enforcement agency in Contra Costa with over 1,100 sworn and professional employees dedicated to providing the highest level of law enforcement and customer services. The Office of the Sheriff offers a full range of services to over 1,000,000 residents in the 715-square mile county. The duties and mission of the Sheriff's Office are unlike most police agencies. Responsibilities include unincorporated area policing, contract cities (Danville, Lafayette, and Orinda) and special districts, air support (helicopters), marine patrol, dispatch, investigations, coroners, county detention facilities, custody alternative, court security, forensic services, police academy, and Office of Emergency Services. The Forensic Services Division is responsible for serving the citizens of Contra Costa County with the highest standards of quality, ethics, and professionalism in recovering, preserving, and analyzing physical evidence. The FSD provides unbiased scientific examination of evidence to the criminal justice system. The FSD has been an accredited laboratory since 2003. Criminalists in the Forensic Services Division support the Contra Costa County law enforcement community in the investigation of crimes by receiving and maintaining physical evidence custody; preparing reports that document their findings; and providing expert witness testimony regarding their findings in a court of law. This classification is the advanced level in the non-sworn Criminalist series. U nder direction, incumbents perform and direct physical and chemical analyses required in scientific criminal investigation; and perform related work as required. Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III's / Criminalist III's exercise independent judgment and perform routine and complex physical evidence examinations relatively independent of supervision. Criminalist III's may also provide training and technical advice to other Division employees. Criminalist III's may be placed on-call to respond to and process crime scenes. Specialty assignments such as Quality Assurance Manager, DNA Technical Leader, Division Safety Officer or LIMS Administrator may be required. Criminalist III's are assigned to one or more of the following Units within the Forensics Services Division: Forensic Biology/DNA Comparative Evidence (Firearms/Toolmarks/Impression) Crime Scene Investigation Latent Print Forensic Alcohol Analysis Solid Dosage Drug Analysis Toxicology Quality Assurance We are looking for someone who: values honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct; understands the importance of quality, impartiality, confidentiality, efficiency, and effectiveness in conducting forensic examinations; possesses a strong fundamental knowledge of science, including laboratory safety, and is committed to career-long learning in forensics; approaches change positively and maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; identifies and understands problems and opportunities and takes common-sense action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and consequences; is detail-oriented, hardworking, and results-driven as often multiple assignments and priorities must be balanced in a fast-paced environment; maintains focus under pressure and exhibits stable performance under stress or opposition; and, communicates effectively both verbally and in writing to clearly convey information and ideas. What you will typically be responsible for: You will be tasked with conducting comprehensive analysis of evidence associated with criminal investigations in accordance with written procedures You will work with scientific equipment and instrumentation as well as complex computer systems and databases You will create detailed notes and complete written reports You may be called to court to testify as an expert witness You will be asked to respond to crime scenes and autopsies to collect evidence You will work cooperatively with sworn and civilian members of law enforcement agencies You may be asked to assist training less experienced staff or provide training to law enforcement personnel You may be asked to assist in validating new methods or equipment A few reasons you might love this job: You will work with a dedicated team of professionals in an environment that provides career long learning and training opportunities You will have the personal satisfaction that comes from applying your knowledge and skills in a field that directly benefits communities through service to the criminal justice system You will have the ability to work with cutting-edge forensic technologies You will have the opportunity to learn about multiple forensic disciplines A few challenges you might face in this job: You will be expected to respond to crime scenes and autopsies, including being called-out to crime scenes in the middle of the night You will work in a stressful environment that includes prioritizing multiple assignments with competing deadlines and encountering disturbing information about crimes You may be asked to work overtime to meet the needs of our customers Competencies Required: Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications Writing: Communicating effectively in writing Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue The eligible list established from this recruitment process will be valid for 6 months. The eligible list that is created from this recruitment process may be used to fill vacancies in the Criminalist III and/or Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III classifications. To review the full classification specifications for these classes, please follow the links below. Criminalist III (6DTA) Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III (6DTB) Minimum Qualifications License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the field of Forensic Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or a closely a related natural science field. For DNA Assignment: Candidates must also have completed coursework in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry and statistics as specified by the DNA Advisory Board. A Criminalist III assigned as a DNA Technical Leader must have a graduate degree in Biology, Chemistry or Forensic Science related discipline, including 12 semester units or equivalent in coursework in Biochemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology and Statistics and/or Population Genetics or a waiver from the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors. For Forensic Alcohol Analysis Assignment: Candidate college coursework must have included 3 semester hours (or equivalent) of Quantitative Analysis, and must be eligible for Forensic Alcohol Analyst Trainee certification as specified under Title 17, California Code of Regulations by the California Department of Health Services at the time of appointment. Experience: Four years of full-time or its equivalent of progressively responsible experience as a Criminalist or equivalent position performing forensic casework. During the course of this experience must have obtained the ability to independently examine and interpret complex forensic casework in one or more of the following areas: Forensic Biology/DNA; Comparative Evidence; Crime Scene Investigation; Latent Print; Forensic Alcohol Analysis; Solid Dosage Drug Analysis; or Toxicology. A Criminalist III assigned as a DNA Technical Leader must have three years of forensic DNA analysis experience. For all assignments, experience must have included qualification as an expert witness in the interpretation of analytical results in the respective discipline(s). Substitution of Education for Experience: A Master's Degree or PH.D in Criminalistics, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Toxicology may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Certificate Required: Employees initially assigned to Forensic Alcohol Analysis must possess Forensic Alcohol Supervisor certification as specified under Title 17, California Code of Regulations by the California Dept. of Health Services at the time of appointment and must be able to testify on the interpretation of drug levels with respect to impairment of abilities by the end of their probationary period. A Criminalist III reassigned from the Criminalistics Section to the Drug, Alcohol and Toxicology Section must obtain certification as a Forensic Alcohol Supervisor by the California Department of Health Services and must be able to testify on the interpretation of drug levels with respect to impairment of abilities within three years of the reassignment. For Deputy Sheriff - Criminalist III (6DTB) Positions: Certificates: Within twelve (12) months from the date of appointment, applicant must successfully complete a POST certified Police Academy program and obtain a valid Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate (POST) issued by the State of California. Age : At least 21 years of age at time of hire. Physical Requirement : Ability to meet such health standards as may be prescribed by the County Medical Consultant including no deficiency in the ability to distinguish colors. Hearing : Must not have suffered a hearing loss of over 25 decibels in the 500, 1000 and 2000 frequency ranges. Visual Ability : 20/100 uncorrected each eye; corrected to 20/30 each eye. Citizenship : Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Background : A thorough background investigation shall be conducted according to the specification of the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Appointees shall not have been convicted of any felony in this state or in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of an offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in this state. Desirable Qualifications: Possession of a Master's Degree or PH.D in Criminalistics, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Toxicology Possession of individual forensic certification Familiarity with ANAB accreditation requirements Experience using a comparison microscope (firearm comparisons) or a LCMS/MS (toxicology examinations) Selection Process Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an interview. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. These may include, but are not limited to: professional and technical expertise, analyzing and interpreting data, critical thinking, attention to detail, delivering results, driving results, professional integrity and ethics, handling stress and oral communication. (Weight: 100%) The interview is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) the last week of April. The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Mar 30, 2021
Full Time
The Position The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is recruiting to fill a vacancy in the Criminalist series; specifically, there is currently a vacancy in the Forensic Services Division (FSD) for a Criminalist III and/or Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III in the Comparative Evidence (Firearms) and Toxicology units. The eligible list established from this recruitment process will be valid for 6 months, and may be used to fill other Criminalist III / Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III vacancies within the Forensic Services Division, therefore all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Criminalist III (6DTA) $56.03 - $69.81 Hourly $9,712.32 - $12,100.52 Monthly $116,547.84 - $145,206.24 Annually Deputy Sheriff - Criminalist III (6DTB) $56.08 - $71.57 Hourly $9,720.46 - $12,406.04 Monthly $116,645.52 - $148,872.48 Annually The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is the largest law enforcement agency in Contra Costa with over 1,100 sworn and professional employees dedicated to providing the highest level of law enforcement and customer services. The Office of the Sheriff offers a full range of services to over 1,000,000 residents in the 715-square mile county. The duties and mission of the Sheriff's Office are unlike most police agencies. Responsibilities include unincorporated area policing, contract cities (Danville, Lafayette, and Orinda) and special districts, air support (helicopters), marine patrol, dispatch, investigations, coroners, county detention facilities, custody alternative, court security, forensic services, police academy, and Office of Emergency Services. The Forensic Services Division is responsible for serving the citizens of Contra Costa County with the highest standards of quality, ethics, and professionalism in recovering, preserving, and analyzing physical evidence. The FSD provides unbiased scientific examination of evidence to the criminal justice system. The FSD has been an accredited laboratory since 2003. Criminalists in the Forensic Services Division support the Contra Costa County law enforcement community in the investigation of crimes by receiving and maintaining physical evidence custody; preparing reports that document their findings; and providing expert witness testimony regarding their findings in a court of law. This classification is the advanced level in the non-sworn Criminalist series. U nder direction, incumbents perform and direct physical and chemical analyses required in scientific criminal investigation; and perform related work as required. Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III's / Criminalist III's exercise independent judgment and perform routine and complex physical evidence examinations relatively independent of supervision. Criminalist III's may also provide training and technical advice to other Division employees. Criminalist III's may be placed on-call to respond to and process crime scenes. Specialty assignments such as Quality Assurance Manager, DNA Technical Leader, Division Safety Officer or LIMS Administrator may be required. Criminalist III's are assigned to one or more of the following Units within the Forensics Services Division: Forensic Biology/DNA Comparative Evidence (Firearms/Toolmarks/Impression) Crime Scene Investigation Latent Print Forensic Alcohol Analysis Solid Dosage Drug Analysis Toxicology Quality Assurance We are looking for someone who: values honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct; understands the importance of quality, impartiality, confidentiality, efficiency, and effectiveness in conducting forensic examinations; possesses a strong fundamental knowledge of science, including laboratory safety, and is committed to career-long learning in forensics; approaches change positively and maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; identifies and understands problems and opportunities and takes common-sense action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and consequences; is detail-oriented, hardworking, and results-driven as often multiple assignments and priorities must be balanced in a fast-paced environment; maintains focus under pressure and exhibits stable performance under stress or opposition; and, communicates effectively both verbally and in writing to clearly convey information and ideas. What you will typically be responsible for: You will be tasked with conducting comprehensive analysis of evidence associated with criminal investigations in accordance with written procedures You will work with scientific equipment and instrumentation as well as complex computer systems and databases You will create detailed notes and complete written reports You may be called to court to testify as an expert witness You will be asked to respond to crime scenes and autopsies to collect evidence You will work cooperatively with sworn and civilian members of law enforcement agencies You may be asked to assist training less experienced staff or provide training to law enforcement personnel You may be asked to assist in validating new methods or equipment A few reasons you might love this job: You will work with a dedicated team of professionals in an environment that provides career long learning and training opportunities You will have the personal satisfaction that comes from applying your knowledge and skills in a field that directly benefits communities through service to the criminal justice system You will have the ability to work with cutting-edge forensic technologies You will have the opportunity to learn about multiple forensic disciplines A few challenges you might face in this job: You will be expected to respond to crime scenes and autopsies, including being called-out to crime scenes in the middle of the night You will work in a stressful environment that includes prioritizing multiple assignments with competing deadlines and encountering disturbing information about crimes You may be asked to work overtime to meet the needs of our customers Competencies Required: Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications Writing: Communicating effectively in writing Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue The eligible list established from this recruitment process will be valid for 6 months. The eligible list that is created from this recruitment process may be used to fill vacancies in the Criminalist III and/or Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III classifications. To review the full classification specifications for these classes, please follow the links below. Criminalist III (6DTA) Deputy Sheriff Criminalist III (6DTB) Minimum Qualifications License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the field of Forensic Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or a closely a related natural science field. For DNA Assignment: Candidates must also have completed coursework in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry and statistics as specified by the DNA Advisory Board. A Criminalist III assigned as a DNA Technical Leader must have a graduate degree in Biology, Chemistry or Forensic Science related discipline, including 12 semester units or equivalent in coursework in Biochemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology and Statistics and/or Population Genetics or a waiver from the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors. For Forensic Alcohol Analysis Assignment: Candidate college coursework must have included 3 semester hours (or equivalent) of Quantitative Analysis, and must be eligible for Forensic Alcohol Analyst Trainee certification as specified under Title 17, California Code of Regulations by the California Department of Health Services at the time of appointment. Experience: Four years of full-time or its equivalent of progressively responsible experience as a Criminalist or equivalent position performing forensic casework. During the course of this experience must have obtained the ability to independently examine and interpret complex forensic casework in one or more of the following areas: Forensic Biology/DNA; Comparative Evidence; Crime Scene Investigation; Latent Print; Forensic Alcohol Analysis; Solid Dosage Drug Analysis; or Toxicology. A Criminalist III assigned as a DNA Technical Leader must have three years of forensic DNA analysis experience. For all assignments, experience must have included qualification as an expert witness in the interpretation of analytical results in the respective discipline(s). Substitution of Education for Experience: A Master's Degree or PH.D in Criminalistics, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Toxicology may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Certificate Required: Employees initially assigned to Forensic Alcohol Analysis must possess Forensic Alcohol Supervisor certification as specified under Title 17, California Code of Regulations by the California Dept. of Health Services at the time of appointment and must be able to testify on the interpretation of drug levels with respect to impairment of abilities by the end of their probationary period. A Criminalist III reassigned from the Criminalistics Section to the Drug, Alcohol and Toxicology Section must obtain certification as a Forensic Alcohol Supervisor by the California Department of Health Services and must be able to testify on the interpretation of drug levels with respect to impairment of abilities within three years of the reassignment. For Deputy Sheriff - Criminalist III (6DTB) Positions: Certificates: Within twelve (12) months from the date of appointment, applicant must successfully complete a POST certified Police Academy program and obtain a valid Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate (POST) issued by the State of California. Age : At least 21 years of age at time of hire. Physical Requirement : Ability to meet such health standards as may be prescribed by the County Medical Consultant including no deficiency in the ability to distinguish colors. Hearing : Must not have suffered a hearing loss of over 25 decibels in the 500, 1000 and 2000 frequency ranges. Visual Ability : 20/100 uncorrected each eye; corrected to 20/30 each eye. Citizenship : Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Background : A thorough background investigation shall be conducted according to the specification of the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Appointees shall not have been convicted of any felony in this state or in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of an offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in this state. Desirable Qualifications: Possession of a Master's Degree or PH.D in Criminalistics, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Toxicology Possession of individual forensic certification Familiarity with ANAB accreditation requirements Experience using a comparison microscope (firearm comparisons) or a LCMS/MS (toxicology examinations) Selection Process Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an interview. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. These may include, but are not limited to: professional and technical expertise, analyzing and interpreting data, critical thinking, attention to detail, delivering results, driving results, professional integrity and ethics, handling stress and oral communication. (Weight: 100%) The interview is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) the last week of April. The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Definition and Class Characteristics Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work by patrolling assigned areas, answering calls and complaints, and making preliminary investigations of crimes; assists in law enforcement identification processing; and performs related work as required. Deputy Sheriff I: This is the entry level training class in the series. Under close supervision of superior officers and until they have completed the required California POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Basic Training Course and Nevada County Sheriff's Office field training program, incumbents perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties. Incumbents who successfully complete POST Basic Training Course, and one year of probation, usually advance to the next higher level of Deputy Sheriff II. Deputy Sheriff II: This is the fully trained journey level classification in the series. Under general supervision, incumbents can be assigned the full range of difficult law enforcement duties on patrol. Incumbents in this class may perform in a lead capacity. Examples of Duties Essential: Patrols assigned areas in a vehicle or on foot and answers calls for protection of life and property Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates findings of fact in court Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests Conducts Coroner's investigations and completes reports Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests; maintains departmental files and records Maintains firearms and other equipment in good working condition Prepares detailed reports of all activities If assigned to a contract city/town, provides for the investigation and documentation of traffic collisions, apprehension and arrest of persons driving under the influence, and routine traffic law enforcement Important: Performs jailer and/or bailiff duties as assigned Knowledge and Skills Required QUALIFICATIONS NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of crime prevention, investigation and identification techniques Criminal law with reference to apprehension, arrest and custody of persons including rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and presentation of evidence for all types of cases Principles and practices of record keeping and report writing Current laws and case law decisions involving crimes The court system, search warrant preparation and execution, civil-coroner policies and procedures Techniques for effectively dealing with the public in person and over the telephone Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work Skill in: Reading and understanding departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances Analyzing and interpreting legal codes, police problems and criminal evidence Adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of actions while considering surrounding hazards and circumstances Understanding and following written and oral instructions Preparing and maintaining clear and accurate records and reports Learning the use and care of small firearms Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Dealing with people of various racial, ethnic and economic groups in a tactful and effective manner Controlling resisting individuals with a minimum of force necessary to effect an arrest Exercising good judgement and making sound decisions under a variety of conditions Education and Experience Required Level I: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. Completion of at least 30 units of college education is desired from an accredited college or university. Level II (in addition to the above): Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade and one year of experience in a position equivalent to Deputy Sheriff I with Nevada County within the last three years. Completion of at least 45 units of college education from an accredited college or university with a grade point average of 2.0 or above is desired and may qualify for advanced-step hiring. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I Completion of POST basic training course within six (6) years if never employed as a peace officer or three (3) years if employed as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement). Proof of either A) or B) must be submitted at the time of application. Level II Possession of a valid, California POST BASIC Certificate; AND Proof of no more than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement). A valid Pelletb t-score of 45 or higher is required for these positions. Level I requires a score no older than 3 years from the date of application and must be submitted on agency letterhead. Level II does not have a date restriction. The POST Pelletb exam is conducted at Nevada County for all candidates who do not hold a valid post score.Closing Date/Time:
Mar 16, 2021
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work by patrolling assigned areas, answering calls and complaints, and making preliminary investigations of crimes; assists in law enforcement identification processing; and performs related work as required. Deputy Sheriff I: This is the entry level training class in the series. Under close supervision of superior officers and until they have completed the required California POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Basic Training Course and Nevada County Sheriff's Office field training program, incumbents perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties. Incumbents who successfully complete POST Basic Training Course, and one year of probation, usually advance to the next higher level of Deputy Sheriff II. Deputy Sheriff II: This is the fully trained journey level classification in the series. Under general supervision, incumbents can be assigned the full range of difficult law enforcement duties on patrol. Incumbents in this class may perform in a lead capacity. Examples of Duties Essential: Patrols assigned areas in a vehicle or on foot and answers calls for protection of life and property Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates findings of fact in court Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests Conducts Coroner's investigations and completes reports Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests; maintains departmental files and records Maintains firearms and other equipment in good working condition Prepares detailed reports of all activities If assigned to a contract city/town, provides for the investigation and documentation of traffic collisions, apprehension and arrest of persons driving under the influence, and routine traffic law enforcement Important: Performs jailer and/or bailiff duties as assigned Knowledge and Skills Required QUALIFICATIONS NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of crime prevention, investigation and identification techniques Criminal law with reference to apprehension, arrest and custody of persons including rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and presentation of evidence for all types of cases Principles and practices of record keeping and report writing Current laws and case law decisions involving crimes The court system, search warrant preparation and execution, civil-coroner policies and procedures Techniques for effectively dealing with the public in person and over the telephone Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work Skill in: Reading and understanding departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances Analyzing and interpreting legal codes, police problems and criminal evidence Adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of actions while considering surrounding hazards and circumstances Understanding and following written and oral instructions Preparing and maintaining clear and accurate records and reports Learning the use and care of small firearms Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Dealing with people of various racial, ethnic and economic groups in a tactful and effective manner Controlling resisting individuals with a minimum of force necessary to effect an arrest Exercising good judgement and making sound decisions under a variety of conditions Education and Experience Required Level I: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. Completion of at least 30 units of college education is desired from an accredited college or university. Level II (in addition to the above): Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade and one year of experience in a position equivalent to Deputy Sheriff I with Nevada County within the last three years. Completion of at least 45 units of college education from an accredited college or university with a grade point average of 2.0 or above is desired and may qualify for advanced-step hiring. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I Completion of POST basic training course within six (6) years if never employed as a peace officer or three (3) years if employed as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement). Proof of either A) or B) must be submitted at the time of application. Level II Possession of a valid, California POST BASIC Certificate; AND Proof of no more than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement). A valid Pelletb t-score of 45 or higher is required for these positions. Level I requires a score no older than 3 years from the date of application and must be submitted on agency letterhead. Level II does not have a date restriction. The POST Pelletb exam is conducted at Nevada County for all candidates who do not hold a valid post score.Closing Date/Time:
Definition and Class Characteristics Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work by patrolling assigned areas, answering calls and complaints, and making preliminary investigations of crimes; assists in law enforcement identification processing; and performs related work as required. Deputy Sheriff I: This is the entry level training class in the series. Under close supervision of superior officers and until they have completed the required California POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Basic Training Course and Nevada County Sheriff's Office field training program, incumbents perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties. Incumbents who successfully complete POST Basic Training Course, and one year of probation, usually advance to the next higher level of Deputy Sheriff II. Deputy Sheriff II: This is the fully trained journey level classification in the series. Under general supervision, incumbents can be assigned the full range of difficult law enforcement duties on patrol. Incumbents in this class may perform in a lead capacity. Examples of Duties Essential: Patrols assigned areas in a vehicle or on foot and answers calls for protection of life and property Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates findings of fact in court Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests Conducts Coroner's investigations and completes reports Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests; maintains departmental files and records Maintains firearms and other equipment in good working condition Prepares detailed reports of all activities If assigned to a contract city/town, provides for the investigation and documentation of traffic collisions, apprehension and arrest of persons driving under the influence, and routine traffic law enforcement Important: Performs jailer and/or bailiff duties as assigned Knowledge and Skills Required QUALIFICATIONS NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of crime prevention, investigation and identification techniques Criminal law with reference to apprehension, arrest and custody of persons including rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and presentation of evidence for all types of cases Principles and practices of record keeping and report writing Current laws and case law decisions involving crimes The court system, search warrant preparation and execution, civil-coroner policies and procedures Techniques for effectively dealing with the public in person and over the telephone Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work Skill in: Reading and understanding departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances Analyzing and interpreting legal codes, police problems and criminal evidence Adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of actions while considering surrounding hazards and circumstances Understanding and following written and oral instructions Preparing and maintaining clear and accurate records and reports Learning the use and care of small firearms Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Dealing with people of various racial, ethnic and economic groups in a tactful and effective manner Controlling resisting individuals with a minimum of force necessary to effect an arrest Exercising good judgement and making sound decisions under a variety of conditions Education and Experience Required Level I: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. Completion of at least 30 units of college education is desired from an accredited college or university. Level II (in addition to the above): Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade and one year of experience in a position equivalent to Deputy Sheriff I with Nevada County within the last three years. Completion of at least 45 units of college education from an accredited college or university with a grade point average of 2.0 or above is desired and may qualify for advanced-step hiring. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I Completion of POST basic training course within six (6) years if never employed as a peace officer or three (3) years if employed as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement). Proof of either A) or B) must be submitted at the time of application. Level II Possession of a valid, California POST BASIC Certificate; AND Proof of no more than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement).Closing Date/Time:
Mar 16, 2021
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work by patrolling assigned areas, answering calls and complaints, and making preliminary investigations of crimes; assists in law enforcement identification processing; and performs related work as required. Deputy Sheriff I: This is the entry level training class in the series. Under close supervision of superior officers and until they have completed the required California POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Basic Training Course and Nevada County Sheriff's Office field training program, incumbents perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties. Incumbents who successfully complete POST Basic Training Course, and one year of probation, usually advance to the next higher level of Deputy Sheriff II. Deputy Sheriff II: This is the fully trained journey level classification in the series. Under general supervision, incumbents can be assigned the full range of difficult law enforcement duties on patrol. Incumbents in this class may perform in a lead capacity. Examples of Duties Essential: Patrols assigned areas in a vehicle or on foot and answers calls for protection of life and property Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates findings of fact in court Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests Conducts Coroner's investigations and completes reports Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests; maintains departmental files and records Maintains firearms and other equipment in good working condition Prepares detailed reports of all activities If assigned to a contract city/town, provides for the investigation and documentation of traffic collisions, apprehension and arrest of persons driving under the influence, and routine traffic law enforcement Important: Performs jailer and/or bailiff duties as assigned Knowledge and Skills Required QUALIFICATIONS NOTE: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of crime prevention, investigation and identification techniques Criminal law with reference to apprehension, arrest and custody of persons including rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and presentation of evidence for all types of cases Principles and practices of record keeping and report writing Current laws and case law decisions involving crimes The court system, search warrant preparation and execution, civil-coroner policies and procedures Techniques for effectively dealing with the public in person and over the telephone Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work Skill in: Reading and understanding departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances Analyzing and interpreting legal codes, police problems and criminal evidence Adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of actions while considering surrounding hazards and circumstances Understanding and following written and oral instructions Preparing and maintaining clear and accurate records and reports Learning the use and care of small firearms Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Dealing with people of various racial, ethnic and economic groups in a tactful and effective manner Controlling resisting individuals with a minimum of force necessary to effect an arrest Exercising good judgement and making sound decisions under a variety of conditions Education and Experience Required Level I: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. Completion of at least 30 units of college education is desired from an accredited college or university. Level II (in addition to the above): Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade and one year of experience in a position equivalent to Deputy Sheriff I with Nevada County within the last three years. Completion of at least 45 units of college education from an accredited college or university with a grade point average of 2.0 or above is desired and may qualify for advanced-step hiring. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I Completion of POST basic training course within six (6) years if never employed as a peace officer or three (3) years if employed as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement). Proof of either A) or B) must be submitted at the time of application. Level II Possession of a valid, California POST BASIC Certificate; AND Proof of no more than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer; OR Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement).Closing Date/Time:
Definition and Class Characteristics Ready to be part of Nevada County Sheriff's Office? Consider working as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff I. A Reserve Deputy Sheriff I is an integral part of the sheriff's team whose mission is to provide perfection in public service in partnership with our community! This position is crafted for individuals who are Sworn officers interested in working on a temporary, part-time basis. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. The Nevada County Reserve Program is comprised of paid Reserve Officers. The Deputy Sheriff Reserve Officers are available to support and assist the department in the protection of life and property, the preservation of public peace, and the enforcement of the laws of the county and state. The Reserves also work security at private and community functions to raise money for community programs and to support the Reserve Program. Reserve Officers I are sworn officers; all others are non-sworn and are in various stages of completing required POST training. Reserve Officers are employed as temporary employees. Level I— Performs all functions of a Reserve Level II and Level III. Completing field training operations to become a Level I Reserve Officer. Examples of Duties Duties are assigned based on level of position. Provides general law enforcement services and assists Deputy Sheriffs in enforcement activities which may include: control of crime scene, transportation of detainees, provide assistance with investigations, or patrolling of assigned areas, and writing reports. Participate in assigned training or assigned academy classes. May be required to perform other non- sworn peace officer duties as directed. Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge of: Basic computer and telephone skills. Correct English grammatical construction, spelling and punctuation. Through training, modern approved law enforcement principles, practices and procedures; state laws, local ordinances and first aid. Techniques for working effectively with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, both in person and over the telephone. Modern approved law enforcement principles, practices and procedures; state laws, local ordinances and first aid acquired through training. Skill in: Reading and understanding departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances. Analyzing and interpreting legal codes, police problems and criminal evidence. Adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of actions while considering surrounding hazards and circumstances. Understanding and following written and oral instructions. Preparing and maintaining clear and accurate records and reports. Learning the use and care of small firearms. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Dealing with people of various racial, ethnic and economic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Working under physical and mental pressure. Climb barriers, jump obstacles, and perform strenuous physical activities. Exercising good judgement and making sound decisions under a variety of conditions. Education and Experience Required All levels: Graduation from U.S. high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable General Education Development (GED) test. Level I: Completion of CA POST Modules III, II, and I or Basic Academy (must attach proof of certification) Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. A valid Pelletb t-score of 45 or higher is required. The score may be no older than 3 years from the date of application and must be submitted on agency letterhead and attached to your application. Candidates for Reserve Deputy Sheriff I who have worked as a peace officer with no more than three years break in service as a peace officer do not have to have a Pelletb t-score. The POST Pelletb exam is conducted at Nevada County for all candidates who do not hold a valid score. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility and strength to reach, bend, grasp, climb and run; strength and agility to restrain people alone or with the assistance of others while wearing required equipment, and lift or maneuver people weighing more than 165 pounds; ability to sit for extended periods of time in a patrol vehicle; manual dexterity to operate restraints, firearms, standard office equipment, radio and telephone controls; vision sufficient to qualify for firearms certification; speech and hearing to communicate in person, by telephone and radio. Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts, on-call, weekends and holidays. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: Must be an U.S. citizen or have applied for citizenship at least one year prior to application. Must submit to and pass a background investigation, psychological and medical evaluation. Applicants may be subjected to a polygraph or other similar examination. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 16, 2021
Temporary
Definition and Class Characteristics Ready to be part of Nevada County Sheriff's Office? Consider working as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff I. A Reserve Deputy Sheriff I is an integral part of the sheriff's team whose mission is to provide perfection in public service in partnership with our community! This position is crafted for individuals who are Sworn officers interested in working on a temporary, part-time basis. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. The Nevada County Reserve Program is comprised of paid Reserve Officers. The Deputy Sheriff Reserve Officers are available to support and assist the department in the protection of life and property, the preservation of public peace, and the enforcement of the laws of the county and state. The Reserves also work security at private and community functions to raise money for community programs and to support the Reserve Program. Reserve Officers I are sworn officers; all others are non-sworn and are in various stages of completing required POST training. Reserve Officers are employed as temporary employees. Level I— Performs all functions of a Reserve Level II and Level III. Completing field training operations to become a Level I Reserve Officer. Examples of Duties Duties are assigned based on level of position. Provides general law enforcement services and assists Deputy Sheriffs in enforcement activities which may include: control of crime scene, transportation of detainees, provide assistance with investigations, or patrolling of assigned areas, and writing reports. Participate in assigned training or assigned academy classes. May be required to perform other non- sworn peace officer duties as directed. Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge of: Basic computer and telephone skills. Correct English grammatical construction, spelling and punctuation. Through training, modern approved law enforcement principles, practices and procedures; state laws, local ordinances and first aid. Techniques for working effectively with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, both in person and over the telephone. Modern approved law enforcement principles, practices and procedures; state laws, local ordinances and first aid acquired through training. Skill in: Reading and understanding departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances. Analyzing and interpreting legal codes, police problems and criminal evidence. Adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of actions while considering surrounding hazards and circumstances. Understanding and following written and oral instructions. Preparing and maintaining clear and accurate records and reports. Learning the use and care of small firearms. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Dealing with people of various racial, ethnic and economic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Working under physical and mental pressure. Climb barriers, jump obstacles, and perform strenuous physical activities. Exercising good judgement and making sound decisions under a variety of conditions. Education and Experience Required All levels: Graduation from U.S. high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable General Education Development (GED) test. Level I: Completion of CA POST Modules III, II, and I or Basic Academy (must attach proof of certification) Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. A valid Pelletb t-score of 45 or higher is required. The score may be no older than 3 years from the date of application and must be submitted on agency letterhead and attached to your application. Candidates for Reserve Deputy Sheriff I who have worked as a peace officer with no more than three years break in service as a peace officer do not have to have a Pelletb t-score. The POST Pelletb exam is conducted at Nevada County for all candidates who do not hold a valid score. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Mobility and strength to reach, bend, grasp, climb and run; strength and agility to restrain people alone or with the assistance of others while wearing required equipment, and lift or maneuver people weighing more than 165 pounds; ability to sit for extended periods of time in a patrol vehicle; manual dexterity to operate restraints, firearms, standard office equipment, radio and telephone controls; vision sufficient to qualify for firearms certification; speech and hearing to communicate in person, by telephone and radio. Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts, on-call, weekends and holidays. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: Must be an U.S. citizen or have applied for citizenship at least one year prior to application. Must submit to and pass a background investigation, psychological and medical evaluation. Applicants may be subjected to a polygraph or other similar examination. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Stanislaus County, CA
Modesto, California, United States
About the Opportunity THE POSITION To learn more about the Sheriff's Department, click here . 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. The following are Specialty Positions/Teams within the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department: Positions Civil Division Contract Cities Coroners Facility Court Services Detectives Special Vehicles Operations unit StanCATT Stanislaus Drug Enforcement Agency Traffic/Motors Teams Aero Squadron Bomb Team Dive Team Honor Guard K-9 Mounted Unit S.W.A.T. This Recruitment is for the following level: Experienced Level - POST Certified (Full time) Lateral Transfer - POST Certified (Full time)* *Stanislaus County Personnel Policy defines lateral transfers as persons with permanent or probationary status employed in another public agency and originally hired in that agency through a competitive process in the same or comparable classification requiring similar minimum qualifications. Additionally, the candidate must be currently employed with another governmental organization at the time of the conditional offer of employment. Lateral Transfer Incentives Vacation Accruals --This incentive may allow for a lateral transfer to start County employment with vacation accrual rates higher than entry level employees. Does not front load any vacation leave time. Provide the ability to recognize that a lateral candidate is earning vacation leave at a higher rate than entry level employees in their current position. May be placed within Stanislaus County's existing vacation accrual schedule closest to their current vacation accrual rate, but they may not exceed the vacation accrual rates they are currently earning. Sick Leave Accruals --This incentive is intended to provide some continuity of sick leave benefits for candidates who are considering transferring employment to Stanislaus County and losing an existing bank of accrued sick leave benefits. May allow for a lateral transfer to front load the equivalent of six months of sick leave accruals (48 hours) at the start of the first pay period following the date of hire. The lateral transfer would not accrue any additional sick leave until six months of service is completed. Probationary Period --This incentive would allow for Department Heads to grant a lateral transfer permanent status upon completion of six months of satisfactory employment with Stanislaus County, as evidenced by a documented performance evaluation. Provision may be used when the candidate has already gained permanent status in the same classification with his/her current employer. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Stanislaus Sworn Deputies Association Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a eighteen-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of twenty four months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). Lateral candidates are highly encouraged to contact StanCERA regarding the specifics on retirement tiers and plans as it may affect current contributions. Contact can be made by calling (209) 525-6393 or http://www.stancera.org/ The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property; Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution; Collect fees due the County; Serve warrants and makes arrests; Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property; Investigate accidents; Administer first aid; Receive and answer complaints; Prepare reports and keep routine records; Interrogate persons suspected of crimes; Prepare evidence for court presentation; Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer; Transport prisoners; Work in the courts as a Bailiff; Perform identification and photographic work; and Work administrative or special assignments. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) 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. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; and Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PATTERN I--EXPERIENCED LEVEL Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND One (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency with less than a three (3) year break in service, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC.; AND Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility. PATTERN II--LATERAL TRANSFER Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND Must be currently employed in a California law enforcement agency with at least one (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC; AND Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility. You must submit a copy of your valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. In addition to the above minimum qualifications you must meet the following: 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. Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031 applicants for peace officer positions must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. DEPUTY SHERIFF II Two (2) years of full time experience equivalent to a Stanislaus County Deputy Sheriff I; AND Successful completion of: Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Training 11550 Health and Safety Training or the equivalent approved by the Sheriff's Department Administration Basic Traffic Collision Investigation Training PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically perform essential job functions typical of the duties of Deputy Sheriff; Read or see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting, and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity to permit their recording or accurate description (i.e., persons, vehicles, license numbers, addresses, street signs, items of property, written messages, printed material, etc.); Hear normal speech and other audible events, even in combination with other environmental noise (i.e., gunshots, cries for help, glass breaking, alarm bells ringing, etc.); and Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time; walk, run, jump, kneel, crouch, twist, stoop, squat, crawl and climb; carry the average weight of a person (approximately 165 pounds); take physical charge of a person who may resist arrest; work indoors and outdoors, including extreme heat and cold; tolerate extreme noise and vibrations; work in a confined working space; work with chemicals, explosive materials, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Note: No felony convictions. Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison. Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031 applicants for peace officer positions must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. This is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information please click here . DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; OR Five (5) years or more of prior law enforcement experience; OR Prior military experience; OR Be bilingual in English/Spanish. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. 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. Supplemental Questionnaire - Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire is considered part of the application and may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. ALL APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Physical Agility: 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. Oral Examination: An oral examination will be administered during this recruitment. The oral panel consists of at least three panel members from the Sheriff's Department, community and/or local law enforcement. A minimum score of 70% must be obtained in order to continue in the process. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination 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. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT THAT CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME. Physical Examination: TBD Oral Examination: TBD Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County Departments. Unsatisfactory results in any aspect of the foregoing, including background investigation findings, may result in removal from the eligible list and disqualification from further consideration in the recruitment/hiring process. GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 16, 2021
Full Time
About the Opportunity THE POSITION To learn more about the Sheriff's Department, click here . 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. The following are Specialty Positions/Teams within the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department: Positions Civil Division Contract Cities Coroners Facility Court Services Detectives Special Vehicles Operations unit StanCATT Stanislaus Drug Enforcement Agency Traffic/Motors Teams Aero Squadron Bomb Team Dive Team Honor Guard K-9 Mounted Unit S.W.A.T. This Recruitment is for the following level: Experienced Level - POST Certified (Full time) Lateral Transfer - POST Certified (Full time)* *Stanislaus County Personnel Policy defines lateral transfers as persons with permanent or probationary status employed in another public agency and originally hired in that agency through a competitive process in the same or comparable classification requiring similar minimum qualifications. Additionally, the candidate must be currently employed with another governmental organization at the time of the conditional offer of employment. Lateral Transfer Incentives Vacation Accruals --This incentive may allow for a lateral transfer to start County employment with vacation accrual rates higher than entry level employees. Does not front load any vacation leave time. Provide the ability to recognize that a lateral candidate is earning vacation leave at a higher rate than entry level employees in their current position. May be placed within Stanislaus County's existing vacation accrual schedule closest to their current vacation accrual rate, but they may not exceed the vacation accrual rates they are currently earning. Sick Leave Accruals --This incentive is intended to provide some continuity of sick leave benefits for candidates who are considering transferring employment to Stanislaus County and losing an existing bank of accrued sick leave benefits. May allow for a lateral transfer to front load the equivalent of six months of sick leave accruals (48 hours) at the start of the first pay period following the date of hire. The lateral transfer would not accrue any additional sick leave until six months of service is completed. Probationary Period --This incentive would allow for Department Heads to grant a lateral transfer permanent status upon completion of six months of satisfactory employment with Stanislaus County, as evidenced by a documented performance evaluation. Provision may be used when the candidate has already gained permanent status in the same classification with his/her current employer. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Stanislaus Sworn Deputies Association Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a eighteen-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of twenty four months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). Lateral candidates are highly encouraged to contact StanCERA regarding the specifics on retirement tiers and plans as it may affect current contributions. Contact can be made by calling (209) 525-6393 or http://www.stancera.org/ The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property; Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution; Collect fees due the County; Serve warrants and makes arrests; Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property; Investigate accidents; Administer first aid; Receive and answer complaints; Prepare reports and keep routine records; Interrogate persons suspected of crimes; Prepare evidence for court presentation; Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer; Transport prisoners; Work in the courts as a Bailiff; Perform identification and photographic work; and Work administrative or special assignments. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) 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. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; and Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PATTERN I--EXPERIENCED LEVEL Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND One (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency with less than a three (3) year break in service, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC.; AND Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility. PATTERN II--LATERAL TRANSFER Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND Must be currently employed in a California law enforcement agency with at least one (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC; AND Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility. You must submit a copy of your valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. In addition to the above minimum qualifications you must meet the following: 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. Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031 applicants for peace officer positions must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. DEPUTY SHERIFF II Two (2) years of full time experience equivalent to a Stanislaus County Deputy Sheriff I; AND Successful completion of: Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Training 11550 Health and Safety Training or the equivalent approved by the Sheriff's Department Administration Basic Traffic Collision Investigation Training PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically perform essential job functions typical of the duties of Deputy Sheriff; Read or see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting, and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity to permit their recording or accurate description (i.e., persons, vehicles, license numbers, addresses, street signs, items of property, written messages, printed material, etc.); Hear normal speech and other audible events, even in combination with other environmental noise (i.e., gunshots, cries for help, glass breaking, alarm bells ringing, etc.); and Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time; walk, run, jump, kneel, crouch, twist, stoop, squat, crawl and climb; carry the average weight of a person (approximately 165 pounds); take physical charge of a person who may resist arrest; work indoors and outdoors, including extreme heat and cold; tolerate extreme noise and vibrations; work in a confined working space; work with chemicals, explosive materials, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Note: No felony convictions. Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison. Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031 applicants for peace officer positions must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. This is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information please click here . DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; OR Five (5) years or more of prior law enforcement experience; OR Prior military experience; OR Be bilingual in English/Spanish. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. 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. Supplemental Questionnaire - Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire is considered part of the application and may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. ALL APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Physical Agility: 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. Oral Examination: An oral examination will be administered during this recruitment. The oral panel consists of at least three panel members from the Sheriff's Department, community and/or local law enforcement. A minimum score of 70% must be obtained in order to continue in the process. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination 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. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT THAT CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME. Physical Examination: TBD Oral Examination: TBD Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County Departments. Unsatisfactory results in any aspect of the foregoing, including background investigation findings, may result in removal from the eligible list and disqualification from further consideration in the recruitment/hiring process. GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Veterans' Preference Applicable for this Position and will be applied by the Napa County Sheriff's Office The Deputy Sheriff I Academy Graduate will perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol assigned areas and enforce State and local laws; and conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes. Be advised that the following requirements must be met in order qualify for the position: Academy Enrolled : Applicants currently attending a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved basic Police academy may apply with proof of current attendance. Applicants who are scheduled to graduate from the Academy after application submission will be required to submit your POST Academy Certificate before the completion of any background check. Academy Graduates: Applicants who have successfully completed a California POST certified academy or attained Basic POST Certification or POST Re-certification dated within the last three (3) years may apply. A copy of the appropriate certificate must be submitted at time of application. Additional Pay Incentives HIRING BONUS: Newly hired Deputy Sheriff I will receive $5,000. $1000 of the hiring bonus will be paid in the second pay period of employment. The remaining $4000 bonus will be paid upon successful completion of probation period. LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM: Applicants who attended and received a degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) consisting of a minimum of 60 credits/units at a regionally accredited school by the Council of Regional Accrediting Commissions are eligible to receive a payment up to $20,000 (or $30,000 if certified bilingual by Napa County) towards student loan(a). Loans must be existing loans, which the employee can prove they held as of their hire date and was borrowed while attending the accredited institution during the time the degree was earned. All payments will be made directly to the student loan lender once appropriate verifications have been made. EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: County employees who refer a candidate for Deputy Sheriff will receive a recruitment bonus of $750 upon the successful completion of a one year probationary period. Employee's names must be listed on the candidate's application prior to submission. EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT: County employees are eligible for reimbursement up to $300 per fiscal year for tuition and books upon successful completion of County approved college or university courses or other courses directly related to the candidate's job duties. BILINGUAL PAY: For bilingual speaking skills, Deputy Sheriffs are eligible to receive additional compensation for bilingual skills, upon the recommendation of the hiring manager. The Recruitment Process : 1. Application review for minimum qualifications and oral panel interviews will be conducted on a periodic basis. The dates for Oral Panel Interviews will be provided with advanced notice. Agility testing may be required in the selection process. 2. Only the most qualified candidates based on the minimum qualifications, certifications and supplemental questions will be invited to Departmental Oral Board Panel Interviews**. **Applicants who are currently enrolled in, but have not completed the California POST Basic Academy may be invited to the Oral Panel Interview, however, completion of the California POST Basic Academy is required before any conditional offer of employment. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.
Apr 05, 2021
Full Time
Veterans' Preference Applicable for this Position and will be applied by the Napa County Sheriff's Office The Deputy Sheriff I Academy Graduate will perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol assigned areas and enforce State and local laws; and conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes. Be advised that the following requirements must be met in order qualify for the position: Academy Enrolled : Applicants currently attending a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved basic Police academy may apply with proof of current attendance. Applicants who are scheduled to graduate from the Academy after application submission will be required to submit your POST Academy Certificate before the completion of any background check. Academy Graduates: Applicants who have successfully completed a California POST certified academy or attained Basic POST Certification or POST Re-certification dated within the last three (3) years may apply. A copy of the appropriate certificate must be submitted at time of application. Additional Pay Incentives HIRING BONUS: Newly hired Deputy Sheriff I will receive $5,000. $1000 of the hiring bonus will be paid in the second pay period of employment. The remaining $4000 bonus will be paid upon successful completion of probation period. LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM: Applicants who attended and received a degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) consisting of a minimum of 60 credits/units at a regionally accredited school by the Council of Regional Accrediting Commissions are eligible to receive a payment up to $20,000 (or $30,000 if certified bilingual by Napa County) towards student loan(a). Loans must be existing loans, which the employee can prove they held as of their hire date and was borrowed while attending the accredited institution during the time the degree was earned. All payments will be made directly to the student loan lender once appropriate verifications have been made. EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: County employees who refer a candidate for Deputy Sheriff will receive a recruitment bonus of $750 upon the successful completion of a one year probationary period. Employee's names must be listed on the candidate's application prior to submission. EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT: County employees are eligible for reimbursement up to $300 per fiscal year for tuition and books upon successful completion of County approved college or university courses or other courses directly related to the candidate's job duties. BILINGUAL PAY: For bilingual speaking skills, Deputy Sheriffs are eligible to receive additional compensation for bilingual skills, upon the recommendation of the hiring manager. The Recruitment Process : 1. Application review for minimum qualifications and oral panel interviews will be conducted on a periodic basis. The dates for Oral Panel Interviews will be provided with advanced notice. Agility testing may be required in the selection process. 2. Only the most qualified candidates based on the minimum qualifications, certifications and supplemental questions will be invited to Departmental Oral Board Panel Interviews**. **Applicants who are currently enrolled in, but have not completed the California POST Basic Academy may be invited to the Oral Panel Interview, however, completion of the California POST Basic Academy is required before any conditional offer of employment. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.
This recruitment will only be used to fill part-time, per diem positions with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office. These positions may be placed within any division of the office based on needs of the department. Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless theeligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Patrols County areas and enforces laws; checks homes, business establishments, schools and other features of the area for crime, suspicious circumstances and hazardous conditions; operates electronic communication equipment and responds to calls to preserve the peace and enforce laws to improve effectiveness and meet community needs; apprehends suspects and renders assistance; obtains statements and information. Learns to and conducts investigations of complaint and criminal violations; gathers, maintains, and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Learns to and performs coroner duties including, identification of decedent; identifies and notifies next of kin; routine inspections of bodies involved in traumatic or unexpected deaths as well as the scene of the incidents; maintains and protects property of deceased persons. May supervise inmates in a variety of activities at detention facilities. Services as bailiff, maintains security of and order in the court and removes disorderly persons when necessary; provides for security and safety of judges, jury deliberations, jurors, and the public; provides security and transportation of inmates to and from courts and other locations as required. Serves and executes civil process. Patrols County waterways in boats; responds to and investigates reports of law violations and accidents; issues citations and makes physical arrest. Testifies at hearings and trials. Prepares incident, arrest, investigation and related reports. Administers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a General Education Development certificate (G.E.D.), or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited institution. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : (1) Be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) Pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff's Department, and; (4) Meet physical standards established for safety members. Licenses : Possession of a valid California driver's license. Certificates: Possession of a valid POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Applicants who, at the time of application, meet all other requirements and present satisfactory evidence of current Academy enrollment (generally a letter of attendance signed by the Academy Director) will be accepted to the examination process but must complete the Academy training and provide a copy of the POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Law enforcement practices, procedures, and resources; laws and ordinances of federal, state, and County general law enforcement; guidelines pertaining to police confidentiality; patrol and investigative practices and techniques; departmental policies and procedures; principles and methods of interviewing and interrogation; sociological concepts and communication skills in dealing with a diverse population; self defense tactics; procedures and laws governing obtaining and preservation of evidence; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; principles of normal and abnormal human behavior; community public and private agency resources; public relations techniques; first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); use and care of firearms; police report writing techniques; basic computer and modern office automation technology and pertinent software programs. ABILITY Understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, and ordinances related to law enforcement; enforce laws and ordinances; evaluate situations and determine appropriate courses of action; be honest and tactful in both pleasant and unpleasant situations; obtain information through interviews, interrogations and observations; record observations clearly and accurately; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue suspects for the safety of themselves and others; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; exercise sound judgment and stay calm at all times including stressful and emergency situations; work effectively with inmates, fellow officers, public officials, general public, and others; apply proper techniques of arrest and restraint; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; perform duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operate emergency response vehicles; operate and care for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment, including firearms, restraints and tactical equipment; operate electronic communications equipment; operate basic computer hardware and software. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs; Lifting -Frequently 5 to 75 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual -Constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological -Constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements -Wear assigned safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; Environmental -Frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Accomodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in the Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with the employee paying a portion of the premiums. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows : 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a County-paid term life insurance policy with a face value of $40,000. The policy shall include a double indemnity accidental death and dismemberment provision. Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave if the distance traveled is in excess of 300 miles each way. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. P.O.S.T. Pay : Employees in this unit holding an Intermediate POST certificate shall continue to be compensated at 3% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate shall be compensated at 10% base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 15 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff, shall be compensated at 12.5% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 24 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff shall be compensated 15% base salary bi-weekly. Additional Compensation : Employees assigned to the duties of Field or Custody Training Officer (FTO) shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while performing such duties. Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff II assigned to the Sheriff's Department Detective Bureaus shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to the Bureau. Employees assigned to the Tactical or Explosive Ordinance Teams who are not receiving Detective or Field Training Officer supplements shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to such teams. Employees assigned to Boating Safety shall receive a supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay while performing boating safety duties. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by Human Resources Division shall receive a biweekly supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay. Uniform Allowance : Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum payment of $400 to offset purchase of new uniforms due to the change in Department uniforms. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1100 on or about the payday nearest December 1. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1200 on or about the payday nearest December 1, 2009 and on or about the payday nearest December 1 each year after. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 16, 2021
Part Time
This recruitment will only be used to fill part-time, per diem positions with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office. These positions may be placed within any division of the office based on needs of the department. Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless theeligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Patrols County areas and enforces laws; checks homes, business establishments, schools and other features of the area for crime, suspicious circumstances and hazardous conditions; operates electronic communication equipment and responds to calls to preserve the peace and enforce laws to improve effectiveness and meet community needs; apprehends suspects and renders assistance; obtains statements and information. Learns to and conducts investigations of complaint and criminal violations; gathers, maintains, and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Learns to and performs coroner duties including, identification of decedent; identifies and notifies next of kin; routine inspections of bodies involved in traumatic or unexpected deaths as well as the scene of the incidents; maintains and protects property of deceased persons. May supervise inmates in a variety of activities at detention facilities. Services as bailiff, maintains security of and order in the court and removes disorderly persons when necessary; provides for security and safety of judges, jury deliberations, jurors, and the public; provides security and transportation of inmates to and from courts and other locations as required. Serves and executes civil process. Patrols County waterways in boats; responds to and investigates reports of law violations and accidents; issues citations and makes physical arrest. Testifies at hearings and trials. Prepares incident, arrest, investigation and related reports. Administers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a General Education Development certificate (G.E.D.), or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited institution. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : (1) Be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) Pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff's Department, and; (4) Meet physical standards established for safety members. Licenses : Possession of a valid California driver's license. Certificates: Possession of a valid POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Applicants who, at the time of application, meet all other requirements and present satisfactory evidence of current Academy enrollment (generally a letter of attendance signed by the Academy Director) will be accepted to the examination process but must complete the Academy training and provide a copy of the POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Law enforcement practices, procedures, and resources; laws and ordinances of federal, state, and County general law enforcement; guidelines pertaining to police confidentiality; patrol and investigative practices and techniques; departmental policies and procedures; principles and methods of interviewing and interrogation; sociological concepts and communication skills in dealing with a diverse population; self defense tactics; procedures and laws governing obtaining and preservation of evidence; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; principles of normal and abnormal human behavior; community public and private agency resources; public relations techniques; first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); use and care of firearms; police report writing techniques; basic computer and modern office automation technology and pertinent software programs. ABILITY Understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, and ordinances related to law enforcement; enforce laws and ordinances; evaluate situations and determine appropriate courses of action; be honest and tactful in both pleasant and unpleasant situations; obtain information through interviews, interrogations and observations; record observations clearly and accurately; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue suspects for the safety of themselves and others; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; exercise sound judgment and stay calm at all times including stressful and emergency situations; work effectively with inmates, fellow officers, public officials, general public, and others; apply proper techniques of arrest and restraint; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; perform duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operate emergency response vehicles; operate and care for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment, including firearms, restraints and tactical equipment; operate electronic communications equipment; operate basic computer hardware and software. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs; Lifting -Frequently 5 to 75 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual -Constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological -Constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements -Wear assigned safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; Environmental -Frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Accomodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in the Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with the employee paying a portion of the premiums. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows : 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a County-paid term life insurance policy with a face value of $40,000. The policy shall include a double indemnity accidental death and dismemberment provision. Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave if the distance traveled is in excess of 300 miles each way. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. P.O.S.T. Pay : Employees in this unit holding an Intermediate POST certificate shall continue to be compensated at 3% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate shall be compensated at 10% base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 15 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff, shall be compensated at 12.5% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 24 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff shall be compensated 15% base salary bi-weekly. Additional Compensation : Employees assigned to the duties of Field or Custody Training Officer (FTO) shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while performing such duties. Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff II assigned to the Sheriff's Department Detective Bureaus shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to the Bureau. Employees assigned to the Tactical or Explosive Ordinance Teams who are not receiving Detective or Field Training Officer supplements shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to such teams. Employees assigned to Boating Safety shall receive a supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay while performing boating safety duties. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by Human Resources Division shall receive a biweekly supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay. Uniform Allowance : Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum payment of $400 to offset purchase of new uniforms due to the change in Department uniforms. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1100 on or about the payday nearest December 1. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1200 on or about the payday nearest December 1, 2009 and on or about the payday nearest December 1 each year after. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description The Yolo County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff Reserve. This is an unpaid, volunteer position; however, individuals receive a $75 uniform allowance each quarter. Applicants must attach verification of possession of POST Basic or Reserve Academy certification. The Yolo County Sheriff's Reserve Program is comprised of volunteer Peace Officers. The Deputy Sheriff Reserve Officers are available to support and assist the department in the protection of life and property, the preservation of public peace, and the enforcement of the laws of the county and state. The Reserves also work security at private and community functions to raise money for community programs and to support the Reserve Program. To be considered, applicants are required to submit the following: - A completed online application; - A brief resume detailing qualifications for the position; and - Verification of POST Basic or Reserve Academy certification. Required documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office as an attachment to the online application, by e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org , by fax to (530) 666-8049, or by hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. About the Position There are three position levels of Deputy Sheriff Reserves: Level III - Performs limited functions not usually requiring law enforcement powers. May also work security functions when supervised by a Level II Reserve, Level I Reserve or a full - time Deputy Sheriff. Level II - Performs patrol functions when supervised by a full-time Deputy Sheriff. Can work all security functions when working with a Level II Reserve, Level I Reserve or a full-time Deputy Sheriff. Level I - Performs all functions of a Level II and Level III. May also work independently on patrol upon successful completion of the Field Training Program. While this is a volunteer position, qualified candidates must be citizens of the United States and at least 21 years of age by the time of appointment. Essential Functions Ability to read and understand English language documents; Ability to legibly handwrite accurate and grammatically correct reports; Communicate effectively orally, in writing and using a police radio; Operate a vehicle safely under various conditions, including emergencies; Lift, carry, drag, pull and push objects of varying weight and size; Stand, walk and run for extended periods of time over various distances and conditions, such as pursuing a running suspect through yards and over fences and walls; Observe and recognize people, activity, vehicles, street signs and environmental conditions from a reasonable distance during day and night; Not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of yourself and others; Use only force objectively necessary to control situations and persons, including combative or fleeing suspects; Operate a variety of firearms and weapons safely and proficiently; Exercise good judgment in dealing with routine and unusual situations; Learn and comprehend factual information, policies, procedures and rules, and use good judgment and discretion in responding to changing conditions in similar and non-similar situations; Maintain composure and judgment during emergency or tense situations; Refuse to participate in or tolerate unethical behavior; Must not be subject to impeachment in court due to character, reputation, history of dishonesty, or violation of law, including drug violations; Behave courteously toward others; Take direction well from supervisors; Maintain good working relationships with those encountered in the course of duty; Accept constructive criticism and apply it to performance; Be dependable in meeting scheduled assignments; and Perform related duties as required. Employment Standards This Volunteer Position Requires: Education: Completion of High School or equivalent; Experience: Employment as a Reserve Deputy in the State of California within the last three years OR graduation from a Reserve Academy within the last three years, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. License: A valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Background Requirements Shall not have been convicted of a felony; and Shall have good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation according to specifications of the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Application & Selection Process SELECTION PROCESS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Individuals meeting the eligibility requirements and who have followed the application instructions, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview, a thorough background investigation, a psychological suitability evaluation, and a medical suitability evaluation. To be considered, applicants are required to submit the following: - A completed online application; - A brief resume detailing qualifications for the position; and - Verification of POST Basic or Reserve Academy certification. Required documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office as an attachment to the online application, by e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org , by fax to (530) 666-8049, or by hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Please contact the Sheriff's Office at (530) 668-5280 if you have any questions about the Deputy Sheriff Reserve program. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
Feb 25, 2021
Description The Yolo County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff Reserve. This is an unpaid, volunteer position; however, individuals receive a $75 uniform allowance each quarter. Applicants must attach verification of possession of POST Basic or Reserve Academy certification. The Yolo County Sheriff's Reserve Program is comprised of volunteer Peace Officers. The Deputy Sheriff Reserve Officers are available to support and assist the department in the protection of life and property, the preservation of public peace, and the enforcement of the laws of the county and state. The Reserves also work security at private and community functions to raise money for community programs and to support the Reserve Program. To be considered, applicants are required to submit the following: - A completed online application; - A brief resume detailing qualifications for the position; and - Verification of POST Basic or Reserve Academy certification. Required documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office as an attachment to the online application, by e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org , by fax to (530) 666-8049, or by hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. About the Position There are three position levels of Deputy Sheriff Reserves: Level III - Performs limited functions not usually requiring law enforcement powers. May also work security functions when supervised by a Level II Reserve, Level I Reserve or a full - time Deputy Sheriff. Level II - Performs patrol functions when supervised by a full-time Deputy Sheriff. Can work all security functions when working with a Level II Reserve, Level I Reserve or a full-time Deputy Sheriff. Level I - Performs all functions of a Level II and Level III. May also work independently on patrol upon successful completion of the Field Training Program. While this is a volunteer position, qualified candidates must be citizens of the United States and at least 21 years of age by the time of appointment. Essential Functions Ability to read and understand English language documents; Ability to legibly handwrite accurate and grammatically correct reports; Communicate effectively orally, in writing and using a police radio; Operate a vehicle safely under various conditions, including emergencies; Lift, carry, drag, pull and push objects of varying weight and size; Stand, walk and run for extended periods of time over various distances and conditions, such as pursuing a running suspect through yards and over fences and walls; Observe and recognize people, activity, vehicles, street signs and environmental conditions from a reasonable distance during day and night; Not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of yourself and others; Use only force objectively necessary to control situations and persons, including combative or fleeing suspects; Operate a variety of firearms and weapons safely and proficiently; Exercise good judgment in dealing with routine and unusual situations; Learn and comprehend factual information, policies, procedures and rules, and use good judgment and discretion in responding to changing conditions in similar and non-similar situations; Maintain composure and judgment during emergency or tense situations; Refuse to participate in or tolerate unethical behavior; Must not be subject to impeachment in court due to character, reputation, history of dishonesty, or violation of law, including drug violations; Behave courteously toward others; Take direction well from supervisors; Maintain good working relationships with those encountered in the course of duty; Accept constructive criticism and apply it to performance; Be dependable in meeting scheduled assignments; and Perform related duties as required. Employment Standards This Volunteer Position Requires: Education: Completion of High School or equivalent; Experience: Employment as a Reserve Deputy in the State of California within the last three years OR graduation from a Reserve Academy within the last three years, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. License: A valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Background Requirements Shall not have been convicted of a felony; and Shall have good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation according to specifications of the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Application & Selection Process SELECTION PROCESS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Individuals meeting the eligibility requirements and who have followed the application instructions, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview, a thorough background investigation, a psychological suitability evaluation, and a medical suitability evaluation. To be considered, applicants are required to submit the following: - A completed online application; - A brief resume detailing qualifications for the position; and - Verification of POST Basic or Reserve Academy certification. Required documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office as an attachment to the online application, by e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org , by fax to (530) 666-8049, or by hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Please contact the Sheriff's Office at (530) 668-5280 if you have any questions about the Deputy Sheriff Reserve program. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff Trainees who participate in a basic law enforcement training program approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Sheriff's Trainees will: Learn to interpret and apply laws contained in various state codes and local ordinances (e.g., Penal, Vehicle, Welfare and Institutions Code as well as Health and Safety Codes). Learn and practice basic criminal and traffic accident investigation procedures; learn law enforcement techniques, including crime scene preservation, witness interviewing and evidence collection. Learn and practice safety, care and usage of small firearms and department-issued weapons. Learn and practice vehicle and radio operation, patrol procedures and traffic control. Learn civil procedures and custodial responsibilities. For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriff's Trainee job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Training Academy. Upon graduation, Sheriff's Trainees will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff, which has a current salary of $32.95 - $50.86 hourly, plus benefits and retirement plan. Applicants who have applied or tested for Deputy Sheriff Trainee within the past three (3) months are not eligible to apply for this recruitment. Minimum Requirements The following are required for hire as a Deputy Sheriff: Be at least 21 years of age. (Applicants should be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing.) Possess a high school diploma, G.E.D., or a U.S. Department of Education approved High School Equivalency Test. Possess a valid California Class C driver license or equivalent. Be a United States citizen. Pass a rigorous physical agility test based on California P.O.S.T. standards. Be fingerprinted and pass an extensive background investigation that includes interviews and a polygraph examination. Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any type of criminal probation. Pass a psychological evaluation and medical examination meeting California P.O.S.T. mandates, including vision and hearing standards. (The medical examination includes a drug screening to determine the presence of illegal substances.) Note: The Sheriff's Department will be requesting your Social Security Number for the background process and for tracking your background materials. It is not needed for the application. If you have any questions regarding this application, it is highly recommended you attend an Applicant Assistance Program . You may also visit www.sheriffsjobs.com or contact a recruiter . Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have high personal and professional standards, good decision-making skills, and be mentally and physically ready to handle the rigors of academy life. Learn more about the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department by visiting sheriffsjobs.com or by attending an Applicant Assistance Program . Selection Process The Written Examination: Upon review of the application and supplemental questionnaire, the best qualified applicants will be invited to take the online written examination. Applicants will have 45 days from the date of application to take the online written examination. Note: If the online written examination is not taken within the 45 day timeframe, applicants will be inactivated and must reapply to be considered for this position. NO EXCEPTIONS. The online exam will consist of an evaluation of knowledge and skills in the following topics: Reading Comprehension Written Communication Application Procedure : Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed on a weekly basis or periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. ( Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.) To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . The Physical Agility Test (PAT) : Applicants successful on the online Written Exam may be invited to appear for a Physical Agility Test at the San Bernardino Sheriff's Academy. Applicants will be notified of dates and important information regarding the Physical Agility Test via email. Only those applicants successful on both the Written Exam and the Physical Agility Test will be able to continue in the background process. CLICK HERE to view the PAT video online! Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 13, 2021
Full Time
The Job The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff Trainees who participate in a basic law enforcement training program approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Sheriff's Trainees will: Learn to interpret and apply laws contained in various state codes and local ordinances (e.g., Penal, Vehicle, Welfare and Institutions Code as well as Health and Safety Codes). Learn and practice basic criminal and traffic accident investigation procedures; learn law enforcement techniques, including crime scene preservation, witness interviewing and evidence collection. Learn and practice safety, care and usage of small firearms and department-issued weapons. Learn and practice vehicle and radio operation, patrol procedures and traffic control. Learn civil procedures and custodial responsibilities. For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriff's Trainee job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Training Academy. Upon graduation, Sheriff's Trainees will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff, which has a current salary of $32.95 - $50.86 hourly, plus benefits and retirement plan. Applicants who have applied or tested for Deputy Sheriff Trainee within the past three (3) months are not eligible to apply for this recruitment. Minimum Requirements The following are required for hire as a Deputy Sheriff: Be at least 21 years of age. (Applicants should be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing.) Possess a high school diploma, G.E.D., or a U.S. Department of Education approved High School Equivalency Test. Possess a valid California Class C driver license or equivalent. Be a United States citizen. Pass a rigorous physical agility test based on California P.O.S.T. standards. Be fingerprinted and pass an extensive background investigation that includes interviews and a polygraph examination. Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any type of criminal probation. Pass a psychological evaluation and medical examination meeting California P.O.S.T. mandates, including vision and hearing standards. (The medical examination includes a drug screening to determine the presence of illegal substances.) Note: The Sheriff's Department will be requesting your Social Security Number for the background process and for tracking your background materials. It is not needed for the application. If you have any questions regarding this application, it is highly recommended you attend an Applicant Assistance Program . You may also visit www.sheriffsjobs.com or contact a recruiter . Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have high personal and professional standards, good decision-making skills, and be mentally and physically ready to handle the rigors of academy life. Learn more about the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department by visiting sheriffsjobs.com or by attending an Applicant Assistance Program . Selection Process The Written Examination: Upon review of the application and supplemental questionnaire, the best qualified applicants will be invited to take the online written examination. Applicants will have 45 days from the date of application to take the online written examination. Note: If the online written examination is not taken within the 45 day timeframe, applicants will be inactivated and must reapply to be considered for this position. NO EXCEPTIONS. The online exam will consist of an evaluation of knowledge and skills in the following topics: Reading Comprehension Written Communication Application Procedure : Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed on a weekly basis or periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. ( Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.) To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . The Physical Agility Test (PAT) : Applicants successful on the online Written Exam may be invited to appear for a Physical Agility Test at the San Bernardino Sheriff's Academy. Applicants will be notified of dates and important information regarding the Physical Agility Test via email. Only those applicants successful on both the Written Exam and the Physical Agility Test will be able to continue in the background process. CLICK HERE to view the PAT video online! Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Examples of Duties 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. 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. Knowledge of: 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. Ability to: 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. HOLIDAY & 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 .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 County paid health plan with maximum contributions; 100% for employee up to maximum of $420, 50% of dependent up to maximum of $100 for child/$220 for spouse biweekly. There are multiple health plans to choose from. County paid dental and vision plans, 100% for employee, with 50% of dependent premiums paid by the County. County sponsored employee health clinic available for zero or reduced co-pay depending on selected health plan. DISABILITY INSURANCE State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium. LIFE INSURANCE $10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premimum paid by employee. 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) MHN EAP services provides 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 Worklife Resource services. For more information log on to members.mhn.com. 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 or go to Merced County Benefits Summary 01 Do you possess California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy graduation certificate that has been issued to you within the last 36 months? Yes No 02 Can you provide a copy of a California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy graduation certificate that has been issued to you within the last 36 months? If you answered yes, please upload a copy with your application. Yes No Required Question
Feb 18, 2021
Full Time
Examples of Duties 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. 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. Knowledge of: 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. Ability to: 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. HOLIDAY & 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 .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 County paid health plan with maximum contributions; 100% for employee up to maximum of $420, 50% of dependent up to maximum of $100 for child/$220 for spouse biweekly. There are multiple health plans to choose from. County paid dental and vision plans, 100% for employee, with 50% of dependent premiums paid by the County. County sponsored employee health clinic available for zero or reduced co-pay depending on selected health plan. DISABILITY INSURANCE State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium. LIFE INSURANCE $10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premimum paid by employee. 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) MHN EAP services provides 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 Worklife Resource services. For more information log on to members.mhn.com. 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 or go to Merced County Benefits Summary 01 Do you possess California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy graduation certificate that has been issued to you within the last 36 months? Yes No 02 Can you provide a copy of a California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy graduation certificate that has been issued to you within the last 36 months? If you answered yes, please upload a copy with your application. Yes No Required Question
The San Joaquin Sheriff's Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in a career as a law enforcement officer. The Deputy Sheriff Trainee will receive intensive academic instruction and rigorous physical training in law enforcement at a California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Certified Academy and will receive other assignments on a training basis to learn departmental policies and procedures. Final Filing Date : April 23, 2021 Physical Agility Testing : May 7, 2021 Written Exam :Week of May 10, 2021 For additional information regarding this position, benefits and selection process, please click on link below: Deputy Sheriff Trainee brochure Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless theeligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Hiring Incentive Program : The San Joaquin C ounty Sheriff's Office is offering a hiring incentive in the amount of $10,000.00. The department will award the cash incentive to any person who is hired as a Deputy Sheriff Trainee within the timeframe this program is active and so approved by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, a moving stipend reimbursement is available for qualified new hires. A qualified hire may receive up to $2,000.00 for any cost directly associated with relocating their primary residence as a result of gaining employment with this office. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Accomodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 4/23/2021 11:59:00 PM
Mar 31, 2021
Full Time
The San Joaquin Sheriff's Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in a career as a law enforcement officer. The Deputy Sheriff Trainee will receive intensive academic instruction and rigorous physical training in law enforcement at a California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Certified Academy and will receive other assignments on a training basis to learn departmental policies and procedures. Final Filing Date : April 23, 2021 Physical Agility Testing : May 7, 2021 Written Exam :Week of May 10, 2021 For additional information regarding this position, benefits and selection process, please click on link below: Deputy Sheriff Trainee brochure Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless theeligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Hiring Incentive Program : The San Joaquin C ounty Sheriff's Office is offering a hiring incentive in the amount of $10,000.00. The department will award the cash incentive to any person who is hired as a Deputy Sheriff Trainee within the timeframe this program is active and so approved by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, a moving stipend reimbursement is available for qualified new hires. A qualified hire may receive up to $2,000.00 for any cost directly associated with relocating their primary residence as a result of gaining employment with this office. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Accomodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 4/23/2021 11:59:00 PM
The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill the Deputy Sheriff classification. Deputy Sheriff perform a wide variety of patrol officer and related duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace situations, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public and perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol, investigations, crime prevention or other peace officer-related functions. We are seeking dedicated, public service minded individuals to join our team in this honorable position. About the Sheriff's Department The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement. The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of live issues, consistent with it's core values. The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000. The Sheriff's Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation in Brownsville. Close Date: Until filled
Apr 10, 2021
Full Time
The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill the Deputy Sheriff classification. Deputy Sheriff perform a wide variety of patrol officer and related duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace situations, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public and perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol, investigations, crime prevention or other peace officer-related functions. We are seeking dedicated, public service minded individuals to join our team in this honorable position. About the Sheriff's Department The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement. The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of live issues, consistent with it's core values. The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000. The Sheriff's Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation in Brownsville. Close Date: Until filled
Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California, United States
THE POSITION The Deputy Sheriff (Entry) is the entry-level class of the Deputy Sheriff series and under immediate supervision learns to provide services and protection to the public through the performance of law enforcement duties. The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education and/or Experience: No experience required, however, applicants must demonstrate possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Satisfactory completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy within the last three (3) years. (See Document Submittal Requirements section below for more details on this requirement) Other Requirements: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license is required. A valid Class B California driver's license may be required depending upon assignment. To review the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15715 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 16, 2021
Full Time
THE POSITION The Deputy Sheriff (Entry) is the entry-level class of the Deputy Sheriff series and under immediate supervision learns to provide services and protection to the public through the performance of law enforcement duties. The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education and/or Experience: No experience required, however, applicants must demonstrate possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Satisfactory completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy within the last three (3) years. (See Document Submittal Requirements section below for more details on this requirement) Other Requirements: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license is required. A valid Class B California driver's license may be required depending upon assignment. To review the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15715 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. The Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the County. Work involves performing law enforcement or jail duties in a specific area of assignment. This position may serve civil process papers, such as summons, writs of possession, foreclosures, executions, claim and delivery, restraining orders; answer complaint calls and patrol the County in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend violators or suspects; serve warrants and make warrant arrests; and/or performing various procedures associated with transporting prisoners for the Sheriff's Department. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. Examples of Duties Enforces all the laws of the state and applicable federal laws. Provides law enforcement services to residents and responds to service requests. Prepares documentation and reports in a timely manner. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Serves as court bailiff for District Court, Criminal Court, or County Court at Law by maintaining order, opening and recessing court, and accompanying inmates to and from court. Escorts inmates, applying handcuffs, and/or leg restraints, and notifying Jail officials of changes in inmates' status. Places into custody defendants sentenced to active time, securing with restraining instruments, and advising Jail officials of status. Provides security for the courthouse and participants. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications High School graduation or GED. If assigned to Community Relations, a minimum of one year of experience in a related field required. Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Must be a U.S. citizen. CERTIFICATION AS A PEACE OFFICER IN THE STATE OF TEXAS REQUIRED. Supplemental Information To ensure proper delivery of emails please add jobs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list. Closing Date/Time: 4/13/2021 5:00 PM Central
Apr 08, 2021
Full Time
Description THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. The Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the County. Work involves performing law enforcement or jail duties in a specific area of assignment. This position may serve civil process papers, such as summons, writs of possession, foreclosures, executions, claim and delivery, restraining orders; answer complaint calls and patrol the County in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend violators or suspects; serve warrants and make warrant arrests; and/or performing various procedures associated with transporting prisoners for the Sheriff's Department. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. Examples of Duties Enforces all the laws of the state and applicable federal laws. Provides law enforcement services to residents and responds to service requests. Prepares documentation and reports in a timely manner. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Serves as court bailiff for District Court, Criminal Court, or County Court at Law by maintaining order, opening and recessing court, and accompanying inmates to and from court. Escorts inmates, applying handcuffs, and/or leg restraints, and notifying Jail officials of changes in inmates' status. Places into custody defendants sentenced to active time, securing with restraining instruments, and advising Jail officials of status. Provides security for the courthouse and participants. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications High School graduation or GED. If assigned to Community Relations, a minimum of one year of experience in a related field required. Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Must be a U.S. citizen. CERTIFICATION AS A PEACE OFFICER IN THE STATE OF TEXAS REQUIRED. Supplemental Information To ensure proper delivery of emails please add jobs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list. Closing Date/Time: 4/13/2021 5:00 PM Central
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description DEPUTY SHERIFF RECRUIT DEPUTY SHERIFF $5,680 per month $6,618- $9,006 per month FINAL FILING DATE: CONTINUOUS. Applications screened monthly. Exam Dates: Written: Thursday and Friday, March 18 and 19, 2021 @8:00 AM. Physical Agility: Saturday, March 20, 2021 @8:00 AM. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office seeks Deputy Sheriffs to work in the Corrections and Enforcement Operations Bureaus. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Corrections Operations are responsible for the security, custody, transport and supervision of inmates and may serve as a Court Bailiff. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Enforcement Operations patrol unincorporated areas, enforce state and local laws, perform crime prevention and detection, conduct investigations and perform community policing activities. RECRUITS: Are "at-will" employees. Recruits are sworn in as Deputy Sheriffs upon graduation from the P.O.S.T. Academy. Failure to graduate or to meet the Sheriff's Office standards is cause for release from this position. DEPUTY SHERIFF: Possession of a valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate or an academy graduate required to be hired as a Deputy Sheriff. Examples of Duties • Receive and process arrested persons, conduct inmate counts, search for contraband, and conduct searches. • Responsible for the custody, care, security, supervision, classification and transportation of inmates, and provide Court security. • Patrol unincorporated areas, prevent, detect and investigate crimes. • Prepare written reports, maintain various agency records, collect evidence and testify in court. Additional Information A picture identification is required to participate. The Applicant Preparation Guide for the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery and sample written exam is available on the P.O.S.T. website at: https://post.ca.gov/Portals/0/post_docs/Basic_Course_Resources/Investigative_Report_Writing/PELLETB_Applicant_Preparation_Guide.pdf?ver=2019-05-23-081632-110 WRITTEN WAIVER: Applicants who have graduated from an approved CA P.O.S.T Police Academy or applicants who have previously taken the P.O.S.T. Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam within one-year with a T-Score of 42 or above are not required to retake the written exam. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application. PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST/WAIVER: The physical agility may be waived for those applicants who have previously taken the South Bay Regional Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) physical agility test within one-year with a score of 320 or better. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application materials. Working Conditions: Corrections Operations: Work effectively in an enclosed jail environment with potentially hostile individuals. Enforcement Operations: Work effectively in remote areas and community settings, with minimum supervision in potentially dangerous conditions. Minimum Qualifications: Must meet the California Government Codes 1029 and 1031 requirements, Sheriff's Office Standards, minimum requirements as indicated on the Supplemental Questions and a Class C Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicle. Computer and typing skills highly desired. Required Conditions of Employment: Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays; Wear a uniform and maintain the standards established by P.O.S.T., S.T.C. (Standards and Training for Corrections) and the Sheriff's Office. Background Review: Applicants must successfully pass a thorough background/suitability process which includes a polygraph examination or voice stress analysis. Upon receiving a conditional job offer, a psychological examination and medical examination will be completed. Some positions in this classification are covered by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing as required by law. Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete job description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications Benefits: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "A" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. Notes: Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identify and authorization for employment in the U.S. Application and Selection Procedure: Apply on-line Applications may also be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Sheriff's Office Attn: Human Resources 1414 Natividad Road Salinas, Ca 93906 Phone: (831) 755-3702 or 755-3744 Fax: (831) 755-3828 The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: • A completed County of Monterey employment application • Responses to the supplemental questions • If applicable, proof of academy graduate, Basic P.O.S.T Certificate, a T-Score of 42 or above and a WSTB physical agility test from South Bay Regional with a score of 320 or better. Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination. Equal Opportunity Monterey County is a drug free work place and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-3744. Closing Date/Time:
Apr 05, 2021
Full Time
Position Description DEPUTY SHERIFF RECRUIT DEPUTY SHERIFF $5,680 per month $6,618- $9,006 per month FINAL FILING DATE: CONTINUOUS. Applications screened monthly. Exam Dates: Written: Thursday and Friday, March 18 and 19, 2021 @8:00 AM. Physical Agility: Saturday, March 20, 2021 @8:00 AM. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office seeks Deputy Sheriffs to work in the Corrections and Enforcement Operations Bureaus. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Corrections Operations are responsible for the security, custody, transport and supervision of inmates and may serve as a Court Bailiff. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Enforcement Operations patrol unincorporated areas, enforce state and local laws, perform crime prevention and detection, conduct investigations and perform community policing activities. RECRUITS: Are "at-will" employees. Recruits are sworn in as Deputy Sheriffs upon graduation from the P.O.S.T. Academy. Failure to graduate or to meet the Sheriff's Office standards is cause for release from this position. DEPUTY SHERIFF: Possession of a valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate or an academy graduate required to be hired as a Deputy Sheriff. Examples of Duties • Receive and process arrested persons, conduct inmate counts, search for contraband, and conduct searches. • Responsible for the custody, care, security, supervision, classification and transportation of inmates, and provide Court security. • Patrol unincorporated areas, prevent, detect and investigate crimes. • Prepare written reports, maintain various agency records, collect evidence and testify in court. Additional Information A picture identification is required to participate. The Applicant Preparation Guide for the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery and sample written exam is available on the P.O.S.T. website at: https://post.ca.gov/Portals/0/post_docs/Basic_Course_Resources/Investigative_Report_Writing/PELLETB_Applicant_Preparation_Guide.pdf?ver=2019-05-23-081632-110 WRITTEN WAIVER: Applicants who have graduated from an approved CA P.O.S.T Police Academy or applicants who have previously taken the P.O.S.T. Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam within one-year with a T-Score of 42 or above are not required to retake the written exam. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application. PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST/WAIVER: The physical agility may be waived for those applicants who have previously taken the South Bay Regional Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) physical agility test within one-year with a score of 320 or better. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application materials. Working Conditions: Corrections Operations: Work effectively in an enclosed jail environment with potentially hostile individuals. Enforcement Operations: Work effectively in remote areas and community settings, with minimum supervision in potentially dangerous conditions. Minimum Qualifications: Must meet the California Government Codes 1029 and 1031 requirements, Sheriff's Office Standards, minimum requirements as indicated on the Supplemental Questions and a Class C Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicle. Computer and typing skills highly desired. Required Conditions of Employment: Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays; Wear a uniform and maintain the standards established by P.O.S.T., S.T.C. (Standards and Training for Corrections) and the Sheriff's Office. Background Review: Applicants must successfully pass a thorough background/suitability process which includes a polygraph examination or voice stress analysis. Upon receiving a conditional job offer, a psychological examination and medical examination will be completed. Some positions in this classification are covered by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing as required by law. Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete job description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications Benefits: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "A" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. Notes: Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identify and authorization for employment in the U.S. Application and Selection Procedure: Apply on-line Applications may also be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Sheriff's Office Attn: Human Resources 1414 Natividad Road Salinas, Ca 93906 Phone: (831) 755-3702 or 755-3744 Fax: (831) 755-3828 The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: • A completed County of Monterey employment application • Responses to the supplemental questions • If applicable, proof of academy graduate, Basic P.O.S.T Certificate, a T-Score of 42 or above and a WSTB physical agility test from South Bay Regional with a score of 320 or better. Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination. Equal Opportunity Monterey County is a drug free work place and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-3744. Closing Date/Time:
Introduction The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff - Services-As-Needed (SAN). Under general supervision, the Deputy Sheriff (SAN) provides limited law enforcement services on a services-as-needed basis. Interested applicants should click on the "apply" link found in the recruitment bulletin. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines on thefirstFriday of each month. The next filing deadlines are on the following dates at 5:00 PM: March 5, 2021 April 2, 2021 May 7, 2021 WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND MILITARY VETERANS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Veterans who pass the examination process and provide a DD214 that meets the County's criteria will receive additional points added to their final overall score. Please read the announcement in its entirety for important dates and information. DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is a full service law enforcement agency accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for its law enforcement services, its Regional Training Center, and its Dispatch Unit; the American Correctional Association (ACA) for its Detentions and Corrections Division; the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors Laboratory Accreditation Board for its Crime Lab; the Bomb Squad Commanders Advisory Board for its Explosive Ordinance Unit. Additionally, the agency's health care provider, Wellpath, has experience working with the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The Sheriff's Office has a currentbudget of approximately $444 million and has over 1600 authorized positions, including in excess of 1000 sworn personnel. The agency's Chief Executive Officer is Sheriff / Coroner Gregory J. Ahern, who is assisted in the operation of the agency by Undersheriff Richard T. Lucia, Assistant Sheriffs Charles "Casey" Nice and Thomas Madigan. The Sheriff of Alameda County is responsible for a vast array of tasks and duties, including the following: Providing security to the Consolidated Superior Courts Operating the Coroner's Bureau Operating a full service criminalistics laboratory Performing Civil Process Operating a County Jail (Santa Rita) Operating the County Office of Emergency Services Providing patrol and investigative services to the unincorporated areas of Alameda County Pursuant to contractual agreements, providing patrol and investigative services to the City of Dublin, Peralta Community College District, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum complex, Oakland International Airport, Highland County Hospital, Social Services, and to the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Conducting a basic academy pursuant to Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements. [ Sheriff's Academy Web Site ] Providing Fish and Game enforcement Project Director of the Narcotics Task Force Serving as the Executive Director of the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force Operating a Marine Patrol Unit in the San Francisco Bay waters. For more detailed information about the agency, visit: Alameda County Sheriff's Office THE POSITION The classification of Deputy Sheriff - (SAN) is used on a services-as-needed basis and are only used to provide supplemental law enforcement services to meet temporary fluctuations in staffing needs. This class is distinguished from Deputy Sheriff I/II in that the latter classifications perform the full range of law enforcement duties within the Sheriff's Office. It is further distinguished from Retired Annuitant - Safety I/II in that the latter classifications are limited to individuals who are retired from regular employment in Alameda County Service. Positions in this classification are not eligible for tenure status. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Deputy Sheriff (SAN) (#8603N) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from High School or possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate, such as the General Educational Development Certificate (State of California). AND Experience : A minimum of 36 months full-time experience as a Peace Officer in a non-37 Act retirement system in a California law enforcement agency (municipality, Sheriff, Highway Patrol) within the last three years. AND License/Certificate : Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Possession of a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate or recertification certificate. Special Requirements : Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment. If not a citizen of the United States, must have filed for citizenship at least one year before applying for Deputy Sheriff. Federal law and County policy requires that certain positions in the class of Deputy Sheriff - Services-As-Needed, which require a commercial driver's license and the performance of duties defined as "safety sensitive," are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs - Services-As-Needed. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Physical Requirements : Hearing must be normal in each ear. Using both eyes, must have far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses. Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye. These standards are confined to far vision and color vision. There are additional standards which may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above average strength, endurance and agility, and must meet Commission approved safety member physical standards. NOTE :The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Basic principles and practices of law enforcement and law enforcement terminology. Basic English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Basic preparation of law enforcement incident report writing. Basic principles and concepts of law enforcement safety procedures. Ability to : Read, understand, interpret and apply department policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work. Write clear, concise comprehensive reports. Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, and events. Establish and maintain effective working relations with others. Exert physical force in the apprehension of suspects and in the saving of lives and property. Use good judgment in emergency or critical situations. Identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities. Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions. Work effectively even when under stress or experiencing conflict. Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing. Perform routine clerical and record keeping duties. Quickly learn and apply the rules, procedures, laws and regulations relevant to the work. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A Physical Abilities Test (qualifying only). Candidates passing this test will move on to the next step in the examination process. 3) An Oral Examination which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. 4) A thorough Background Investigation and Psychological Examination will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Candidates who successfully complete all application, PAT, interview, and background processes will be assigned to a position as vacancies arise. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via e-mail with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Continuous Review of Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires for Minimum Qualification: Continuous PRACTICE Physical Abilities Test (PAT) *Saturday, June 19, 2021 Physical Abilities Test (PAT) *Saturday, July 10, 2021 Oral Exam *Week of July 19, 2021 *Updated 2/25/2021 Continuous: We will accept applications during thisperiod . All applications must be completed according to the instructions. Incomplete applications, and resumes in lieu of properly completed applications, will not be considered. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted electronically,via the County's online application system by 5pm on the deadline for filing. Please note thatcompletingan application template is not the same as submitting an application for this position. To apply for the position, select the "Click Here to Apply" link on the announcement. Saturday, June 19, 2021: Practice PhysicalAbilities Test. Although not a test component or part of the selection plan, a practice PAT will be held at the Regional Training Center track located at 6289 Madigan Road in Dublin, CA. Sheriff's Office staff will be available to provide assistance and guidance to candidates on all aspects of the PAT. Candidates who choose to participate in the practice should wear athletic clothing and arrive at the bleachers any timebetween the hours of 8am - 5pm. Participation in the practice PAT does not guarantee continued participation in the exam process. Guidance and assistance is not provided on the day of the actual PAT. Saturday, July 10, 2021:PhysicalAbilities Test (Qualifying only) to assess candidates' abilities to perform the physical aspects of law enforcement work. Those passing the PAT will be scheduled for the Oral Board Interview. We are not accepting previous Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) scores in lieu of the scheduled PAT. Qualifying candidates must participate and successfully pass the PAT to move forward in the recruitment process. Week ofJuly 19, 2021:Oral Board Interviews (weighted as 100% of the candidate's score) will consist of an evaluation conducted by an interview panel (the oral exam may include situational exercises). IMPORTANT: All qualifying candidates will receive an email notification at least 10 days prior to the scheduled exam. Veterans' Preference Each applicant entitled to veterans' preference as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules who has served in the armed forces of the United States during a war or campaign as defined by Section 1897 of the Government Code of the State of California and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions and wishes to claim such preference shall do so by presenting proof of his/her honorable discharge (DD214) from the armed forces of the United States, showing the dates of his/her military service. Each applicant entitled to Disabled Veterans' points as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules, who wishes to claim such preference shall additionally present proof of military-connected disability from the United States Veterans Administration. U.S. military veterans (including applicants already employed by the County of Alameda) intending to claim preferential consideration pursuant to Alameda County Civil Service Rules must present proof of honorable discharge or release (DD Form 214) concurrent with this application but in no event later than the final step in the recruitment process (usually the oral interview.) To claim veteran's preference, proof must be presented during check in on the date of the applicant's scheduled oral interview. Failure to submit proof by this date will forfeit the applicant's claim to veterans' preference in such examination. Candidates will be required to presenta valid photoI.D. for admittance to each phase of the examination, i.e., driver's license, military I.D., Passport, or California Department of Motor Vehicle's I.D. card. *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page and clicking on the link 'last notice sent' for the respective recruitment. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com a re routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Elaine Lemi | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6434 | elaine.lemi@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 16, 2021
Introduction The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff - Services-As-Needed (SAN). Under general supervision, the Deputy Sheriff (SAN) provides limited law enforcement services on a services-as-needed basis. Interested applicants should click on the "apply" link found in the recruitment bulletin. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines on thefirstFriday of each month. The next filing deadlines are on the following dates at 5:00 PM: March 5, 2021 April 2, 2021 May 7, 2021 WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND MILITARY VETERANS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Veterans who pass the examination process and provide a DD214 that meets the County's criteria will receive additional points added to their final overall score. Please read the announcement in its entirety for important dates and information. DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is a full service law enforcement agency accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for its law enforcement services, its Regional Training Center, and its Dispatch Unit; the American Correctional Association (ACA) for its Detentions and Corrections Division; the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors Laboratory Accreditation Board for its Crime Lab; the Bomb Squad Commanders Advisory Board for its Explosive Ordinance Unit. Additionally, the agency's health care provider, Wellpath, has experience working with the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The Sheriff's Office has a currentbudget of approximately $444 million and has over 1600 authorized positions, including in excess of 1000 sworn personnel. The agency's Chief Executive Officer is Sheriff / Coroner Gregory J. Ahern, who is assisted in the operation of the agency by Undersheriff Richard T. Lucia, Assistant Sheriffs Charles "Casey" Nice and Thomas Madigan. The Sheriff of Alameda County is responsible for a vast array of tasks and duties, including the following: Providing security to the Consolidated Superior Courts Operating the Coroner's Bureau Operating a full service criminalistics laboratory Performing Civil Process Operating a County Jail (Santa Rita) Operating the County Office of Emergency Services Providing patrol and investigative services to the unincorporated areas of Alameda County Pursuant to contractual agreements, providing patrol and investigative services to the City of Dublin, Peralta Community College District, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum complex, Oakland International Airport, Highland County Hospital, Social Services, and to the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Conducting a basic academy pursuant to Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements. [ Sheriff's Academy Web Site ] Providing Fish and Game enforcement Project Director of the Narcotics Task Force Serving as the Executive Director of the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force Operating a Marine Patrol Unit in the San Francisco Bay waters. For more detailed information about the agency, visit: Alameda County Sheriff's Office THE POSITION The classification of Deputy Sheriff - (SAN) is used on a services-as-needed basis and are only used to provide supplemental law enforcement services to meet temporary fluctuations in staffing needs. This class is distinguished from Deputy Sheriff I/II in that the latter classifications perform the full range of law enforcement duties within the Sheriff's Office. It is further distinguished from Retired Annuitant - Safety I/II in that the latter classifications are limited to individuals who are retired from regular employment in Alameda County Service. Positions in this classification are not eligible for tenure status. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Deputy Sheriff (SAN) (#8603N) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from High School or possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate, such as the General Educational Development Certificate (State of California). AND Experience : A minimum of 36 months full-time experience as a Peace Officer in a non-37 Act retirement system in a California law enforcement agency (municipality, Sheriff, Highway Patrol) within the last three years. AND License/Certificate : Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Possession of a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate or recertification certificate. Special Requirements : Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment. If not a citizen of the United States, must have filed for citizenship at least one year before applying for Deputy Sheriff. Federal law and County policy requires that certain positions in the class of Deputy Sheriff - Services-As-Needed, which require a commercial driver's license and the performance of duties defined as "safety sensitive," are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs - Services-As-Needed. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Physical Requirements : Hearing must be normal in each ear. Using both eyes, must have far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses. Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye. These standards are confined to far vision and color vision. There are additional standards which may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above average strength, endurance and agility, and must meet Commission approved safety member physical standards. NOTE :The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Basic principles and practices of law enforcement and law enforcement terminology. Basic English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Basic preparation of law enforcement incident report writing. Basic principles and concepts of law enforcement safety procedures. Ability to : Read, understand, interpret and apply department policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work. Write clear, concise comprehensive reports. Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, and events. Establish and maintain effective working relations with others. Exert physical force in the apprehension of suspects and in the saving of lives and property. Use good judgment in emergency or critical situations. Identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities. Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions. Work effectively even when under stress or experiencing conflict. Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing. Perform routine clerical and record keeping duties. Quickly learn and apply the rules, procedures, laws and regulations relevant to the work. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A Physical Abilities Test (qualifying only). Candidates passing this test will move on to the next step in the examination process. 3) An Oral Examination which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. 4) A thorough Background Investigation and Psychological Examination will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Candidates who successfully complete all application, PAT, interview, and background processes will be assigned to a position as vacancies arise. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via e-mail with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Continuous Review of Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires for Minimum Qualification: Continuous PRACTICE Physical Abilities Test (PAT) *Saturday, June 19, 2021 Physical Abilities Test (PAT) *Saturday, July 10, 2021 Oral Exam *Week of July 19, 2021 *Updated 2/25/2021 Continuous: We will accept applications during thisperiod . All applications must be completed according to the instructions. Incomplete applications, and resumes in lieu of properly completed applications, will not be considered. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted electronically,via the County's online application system by 5pm on the deadline for filing. Please note thatcompletingan application template is not the same as submitting an application for this position. To apply for the position, select the "Click Here to Apply" link on the announcement. Saturday, June 19, 2021: Practice PhysicalAbilities Test. Although not a test component or part of the selection plan, a practice PAT will be held at the Regional Training Center track located at 6289 Madigan Road in Dublin, CA. Sheriff's Office staff will be available to provide assistance and guidance to candidates on all aspects of the PAT. Candidates who choose to participate in the practice should wear athletic clothing and arrive at the bleachers any timebetween the hours of 8am - 5pm. Participation in the practice PAT does not guarantee continued participation in the exam process. Guidance and assistance is not provided on the day of the actual PAT. Saturday, July 10, 2021:PhysicalAbilities Test (Qualifying only) to assess candidates' abilities to perform the physical aspects of law enforcement work. Those passing the PAT will be scheduled for the Oral Board Interview. We are not accepting previous Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) scores in lieu of the scheduled PAT. Qualifying candidates must participate and successfully pass the PAT to move forward in the recruitment process. Week ofJuly 19, 2021:Oral Board Interviews (weighted as 100% of the candidate's score) will consist of an evaluation conducted by an interview panel (the oral exam may include situational exercises). IMPORTANT: All qualifying candidates will receive an email notification at least 10 days prior to the scheduled exam. Veterans' Preference Each applicant entitled to veterans' preference as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules who has served in the armed forces of the United States during a war or campaign as defined by Section 1897 of the Government Code of the State of California and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions and wishes to claim such preference shall do so by presenting proof of his/her honorable discharge (DD214) from the armed forces of the United States, showing the dates of his/her military service. Each applicant entitled to Disabled Veterans' points as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules, who wishes to claim such preference shall additionally present proof of military-connected disability from the United States Veterans Administration. U.S. military veterans (including applicants already employed by the County of Alameda) intending to claim preferential consideration pursuant to Alameda County Civil Service Rules must present proof of honorable discharge or release (DD Form 214) concurrent with this application but in no event later than the final step in the recruitment process (usually the oral interview.) To claim veteran's preference, proof must be presented during check in on the date of the applicant's scheduled oral interview. Failure to submit proof by this date will forfeit the applicant's claim to veterans' preference in such examination. Candidates will be required to presenta valid photoI.D. for admittance to each phase of the examination, i.e., driver's license, military I.D., Passport, or California Department of Motor Vehicle's I.D. card. *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page and clicking on the link 'last notice sent' for the respective recruitment. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com a re routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Elaine Lemi | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6434 | elaine.lemi@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CA
San Jose, California, United States
Candidates must possess 38 semester (57 quarter) college units at the time of application to qualify. Applications without the required number of units completed will be rejected. Candidates that meet the employment standards will be invited to schedule the California P.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam. We accept California PELLET B written exam "T-scores" from other agencies with a "T-score of 48 or higher, if the test has been taken within a year of the date you submit your job application. It is the applicant's responsibility to attach proof of the written exam results to the job application. The T-score results must be on an agency letterhead where the test was administered and list the type of test, test date and the test results. We do not accept other test scores in lieu of the California PELLETB examination. The test days for this recruitment are tentatively scheduled for 5/8/2021 and 5/22/2021. A Deputy Sheriff Cadet enters training to join the ranks of Deputy Sheriffs who, under supervision, perform active law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property, the investigation of crimes and apprehension of law violators, the service of civil process issued by court, and perform a variety of technical law enforcement tasks. After passing the exam and screening processes, candidates are eligible to be hired as Deputy Sheriff Cadets and attend the Basic Peace Officer Academy training program as a trainee. Agility Examination: Prior to appointment as a cadet, each candidate must pass an agility test as part of the examination process. The agility test consists of four timed events: solid fence climb, 99-yard obstacle course, drag a 165-lb bag for 32 feet, 500-yard run. When hired, Deputy Sheriff Cadets enter a 26-week Basic Peace Officer Academy training program. Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance programs. Your status as trainee pursuant to the Fair Labor Standard Act does not entitle you to overtime or holiday pay while attending the Academy. After Academy graduation, Cadets are eligible to be sworn in as regular Deputy Sheriffs at the start of the following pay period, and be considered probationary employees of the Sheriff's Office. A 5% salary increase is given for satisfactory job performance six months after appointment as a Deputy Sheriff at Step 1. Newly appointed Deputy Sheriffs must successfully complete an 18-month probationary period during which they will be required to complete a training program under the supervision of a training officer. The County supplies all safety equipment, as provided by law. Advanced in-service training is available at the department level and in cooperation with local schools, state and national agencies. Regular County policy on tuition reimbursement applies to Deputy Sheriffs. Upon graduation from the POST Academy, it is a condition of employment that newly appointed Deputy Sheriffs must sign a payroll deduction authorization form providing for deduction of union membership dues or an equivalent service fee. A thirty (30) calendar day cancelation period is provided. Candidates may go to Career Opportunities FAQ to see responses to a list of frequently asked questions about the hiring process for Deputy Sheriff Cadet. Employment Standards Candidates must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate and the completion of 38 college semester units (57 quarter units) at the time of application. Applicants who have passed their 20th birthday may submit an application but cannot be appointed until they have reached their 21st birthday. Possession of a valid California Driver's License (indicate your expiration month/year) prior to appointment and an acceptable driving record that will qualify for a County driving permit. If you have had a moving violation within the last year, you cannot have more than three moving violations within the past three years. APPLICANTS MUST LIST ALL VIOLATIONS RECEIVED. Have never been convicted of a felony. Any felony conviction and/or a conviction outside of California that would be considered a felony in this state is disqualifying. Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Must be able to take and pass a thorough medical examination. May be disqualified on the basis of established medical standards (current P.O.S.T. or Departmental orders). Vision must not be less than 20/100, correctable to 20/20 with normal depth and color perception. Must be able to successfully demonstrate and maintain physical fitness in order to perform the full scope and functions of the job. Must be able to pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints and a search of local, state and national files for criminal history. * Deputy Sheriffs are required to maintain a certificate of CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and first-aid training. Candidates eliminated on the basis of the medical or psychological examinations may not reapply for one year. Candidates must also successfully pass a psychological evaluation. Closing Date/Time: 4/16/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 06, 2021
Full Time
Candidates must possess 38 semester (57 quarter) college units at the time of application to qualify. Applications without the required number of units completed will be rejected. Candidates that meet the employment standards will be invited to schedule the California P.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam. We accept California PELLET B written exam "T-scores" from other agencies with a "T-score of 48 or higher, if the test has been taken within a year of the date you submit your job application. It is the applicant's responsibility to attach proof of the written exam results to the job application. The T-score results must be on an agency letterhead where the test was administered and list the type of test, test date and the test results. We do not accept other test scores in lieu of the California PELLETB examination. The test days for this recruitment are tentatively scheduled for 5/8/2021 and 5/22/2021. A Deputy Sheriff Cadet enters training to join the ranks of Deputy Sheriffs who, under supervision, perform active law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property, the investigation of crimes and apprehension of law violators, the service of civil process issued by court, and perform a variety of technical law enforcement tasks. After passing the exam and screening processes, candidates are eligible to be hired as Deputy Sheriff Cadets and attend the Basic Peace Officer Academy training program as a trainee. Agility Examination: Prior to appointment as a cadet, each candidate must pass an agility test as part of the examination process. The agility test consists of four timed events: solid fence climb, 99-yard obstacle course, drag a 165-lb bag for 32 feet, 500-yard run. When hired, Deputy Sheriff Cadets enter a 26-week Basic Peace Officer Academy training program. Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance programs. Your status as trainee pursuant to the Fair Labor Standard Act does not entitle you to overtime or holiday pay while attending the Academy. After Academy graduation, Cadets are eligible to be sworn in as regular Deputy Sheriffs at the start of the following pay period, and be considered probationary employees of the Sheriff's Office. A 5% salary increase is given for satisfactory job performance six months after appointment as a Deputy Sheriff at Step 1. Newly appointed Deputy Sheriffs must successfully complete an 18-month probationary period during which they will be required to complete a training program under the supervision of a training officer. The County supplies all safety equipment, as provided by law. Advanced in-service training is available at the department level and in cooperation with local schools, state and national agencies. Regular County policy on tuition reimbursement applies to Deputy Sheriffs. Upon graduation from the POST Academy, it is a condition of employment that newly appointed Deputy Sheriffs must sign a payroll deduction authorization form providing for deduction of union membership dues or an equivalent service fee. A thirty (30) calendar day cancelation period is provided. Candidates may go to Career Opportunities FAQ to see responses to a list of frequently asked questions about the hiring process for Deputy Sheriff Cadet. Employment Standards Candidates must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate and the completion of 38 college semester units (57 quarter units) at the time of application. Applicants who have passed their 20th birthday may submit an application but cannot be appointed until they have reached their 21st birthday. Possession of a valid California Driver's License (indicate your expiration month/year) prior to appointment and an acceptable driving record that will qualify for a County driving permit. If you have had a moving violation within the last year, you cannot have more than three moving violations within the past three years. APPLICANTS MUST LIST ALL VIOLATIONS RECEIVED. Have never been convicted of a felony. Any felony conviction and/or a conviction outside of California that would be considered a felony in this state is disqualifying. Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Must be able to take and pass a thorough medical examination. May be disqualified on the basis of established medical standards (current P.O.S.T. or Departmental orders). Vision must not be less than 20/100, correctable to 20/20 with normal depth and color perception. Must be able to successfully demonstrate and maintain physical fitness in order to perform the full scope and functions of the job. Must be able to pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints and a search of local, state and national files for criminal history. * Deputy Sheriffs are required to maintain a certificate of CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and first-aid training. Candidates eliminated on the basis of the medical or psychological examinations may not reapply for one year. Candidates must also successfully pass a psychological evaluation. Closing Date/Time: 4/16/2021 11:59 PM Pacific