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Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant
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This examination is being given to fill several full-time and part-time vacancies in theProbation Departmentand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. The Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant (JDOA) is the trainee level in the Juvenile Detention Officer series. As trainees, the incumbents are assigned to perform routine activities under close supervision and receive departmental training. Under immediate supervision, the JDOA maintains the safety, security and discipline in an assigned unit for juveniles; supervises and guides the behavior of juveniles; enforces facility rules and regulations; advises juveniles in proper standards of personal conduct; observes and assesses behavior and needs of groups and individuals within groups; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules. The Juvenile Detention Facility is a 24-hour operation. These positions require working rotating shifts which will include weekends and holidays, as well as working overtime. The shifts are: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm; 9:00 am - 9:00 pm; and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. Candidates must participate in a mandatory orientation and successfully pass a background investigation, pre-employment physical and drug screen prior to employment. Candidates who pass the written exam will need to complete the Personal History Statement(PHS), which they will receive at the mandatory orientation. To review the PHS, click on the link to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) forms page - San Joaquin County uses form 2-251: PHS - Peace Officer Prior Candidates for the BSCC Selection Exam for Adult Corrections Officer (ACO), Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO)and Probation Officer (PO) Classifications for Local Corrections: For applicants who took this exam on or after August 17, 2020 and achieved a T-score of 45 or above, San Joaquin County will allowapplicants to submit their T-score in lieu of retaking the written exam, but the employment application for San Joaquin County must still be submitted and must meet the minimum qualifications for Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant in San Joaquin County. POST exam T-scores are not accepted in lieu of taking this exam. The T-score must be on agency letterhead and must show t he name of the agency that administered the exam, t he name of the exam, the date the exam was given and the candidate's name. The T-score letter must be submitted with the employment application. Supporting a Safer, Stronger Community The San Joaquin County Probation Department is committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims, and reducing recidivism through client accountability and support; thereby making ourcommunity safer and stronger. We are dedicated to inspiring positive change by delivering proven evidence-based practices, which assist clients in identifying a path to productive life choices. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. 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 Maintains security and discipline over assigned unit or program; enforces rules and regulations of the facility and program. Supervises and guides juvenile behavior; advises juveniles in proper standards of personal conduct. May counsel or assist in counseling juveniles individually or in groups.Documents and relates information to appropriate persons. Conducts programs related to recreation and work activities; participates in behavior modification programs such as anger management, victim awareness and the like; assists in planning activities and programs. Prepares and maintains conduct records and reports regarding juveniles for use in placement or court proceedings, including incident reports. May be required to perform basic housekeeping tasks; may be required to transport juveniles. Conducts room checks and searches; scans incoming and outgoing mail; searches juveniles for contraband. Learns to subdue and restrain violent or attacking juveniles when appropriate for the safety and protection of themselves and others. Uses computers and juvenile detention specific programs for detention management and communications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Licenses and Certificates : Possession of a valid California driver's license. AND EITHER PATTERN I Education : Completion of thirty semester units at an accredited college or university, including at least six semester units in the social or behavioral sciences. OR PATTERN II Experience : One year of experience in the supervision, observation and assessment of juveniles in a detention facility. NOTE: A valid California Class B (Class II) driver's license and good driving record may be required by the nature of the assignment. Special Requirements: The Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant must successfully complete one hundred and fifty-six hours (156) of Juvenile Institution training during the first year of appointment. Employees in this classification are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections (STC). Employees must also conform to all other requirements necessary to hold and maintain peace officer status pursuant to the California Government Code. KNOWLEDGE The California juvenile justice system; the general principles of human behavior, normal and abnormal; basic group and individual counseling techniques; basic psychological theories, terminology and treatment methods; the general principles of report writing and composition; basic computer literacy; personal computer systems and computer software. ABILITY Establish rapport with juveniles; recognize emotional and behavioral problems; assess physical and emotional needs of individual juveniles; demonstrate clear written and oral skills; follow written and oral instructions/procedures; enforce rules and regulations with firmness; organize and direct the activities of juveniles; utilize a variety of office equipment, including computer operation; operate communications and safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; work with other staff to effect job duties; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue juveniles for the safety of themselves and others; drive in a safe manner. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs and lifting of individuals which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility, driving, operation of a computer; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; frequent exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekend, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to 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 . Accommodations 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 Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. 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/Employee 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 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance 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 Law 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 Employees' 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. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. 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 for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. 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. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. 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 who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. 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. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. 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, grand parent, grand child 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 Head 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
Jan 15, 2021
Full Time
This examination is being given to fill several full-time and part-time vacancies in theProbation Departmentand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. The Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant (JDOA) is the trainee level in the Juvenile Detention Officer series. As trainees, the incumbents are assigned to perform routine activities under close supervision and receive departmental training. Under immediate supervision, the JDOA maintains the safety, security and discipline in an assigned unit for juveniles; supervises and guides the behavior of juveniles; enforces facility rules and regulations; advises juveniles in proper standards of personal conduct; observes and assesses behavior and needs of groups and individuals within groups; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules. The Juvenile Detention Facility is a 24-hour operation. These positions require working rotating shifts which will include weekends and holidays, as well as working overtime. The shifts are: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm; 9:00 am - 9:00 pm; and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. Candidates must participate in a mandatory orientation and successfully pass a background investigation, pre-employment physical and drug screen prior to employment. Candidates who pass the written exam will need to complete the Personal History Statement(PHS), which they will receive at the mandatory orientation. To review the PHS, click on the link to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) forms page - San Joaquin County uses form 2-251: PHS - Peace Officer Prior Candidates for the BSCC Selection Exam for Adult Corrections Officer (ACO), Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO)and Probation Officer (PO) Classifications for Local Corrections: For applicants who took this exam on or after August 17, 2020 and achieved a T-score of 45 or above, San Joaquin County will allowapplicants to submit their T-score in lieu of retaking the written exam, but the employment application for San Joaquin County must still be submitted and must meet the minimum qualifications for Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant in San Joaquin County. POST exam T-scores are not accepted in lieu of taking this exam. The T-score must be on agency letterhead and must show t he name of the agency that administered the exam, t he name of the exam, the date the exam was given and the candidate's name. The T-score letter must be submitted with the employment application. Supporting a Safer, Stronger Community The San Joaquin County Probation Department is committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims, and reducing recidivism through client accountability and support; thereby making ourcommunity safer and stronger. We are dedicated to inspiring positive change by delivering proven evidence-based practices, which assist clients in identifying a path to productive life choices. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. 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 Maintains security and discipline over assigned unit or program; enforces rules and regulations of the facility and program. Supervises and guides juvenile behavior; advises juveniles in proper standards of personal conduct. May counsel or assist in counseling juveniles individually or in groups.Documents and relates information to appropriate persons. Conducts programs related to recreation and work activities; participates in behavior modification programs such as anger management, victim awareness and the like; assists in planning activities and programs. Prepares and maintains conduct records and reports regarding juveniles for use in placement or court proceedings, including incident reports. May be required to perform basic housekeeping tasks; may be required to transport juveniles. Conducts room checks and searches; scans incoming and outgoing mail; searches juveniles for contraband. Learns to subdue and restrain violent or attacking juveniles when appropriate for the safety and protection of themselves and others. Uses computers and juvenile detention specific programs for detention management and communications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Licenses and Certificates : Possession of a valid California driver's license. AND EITHER PATTERN I Education : Completion of thirty semester units at an accredited college or university, including at least six semester units in the social or behavioral sciences. OR PATTERN II Experience : One year of experience in the supervision, observation and assessment of juveniles in a detention facility. NOTE: A valid California Class B (Class II) driver's license and good driving record may be required by the nature of the assignment. Special Requirements: The Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant must successfully complete one hundred and fifty-six hours (156) of Juvenile Institution training during the first year of appointment. Employees in this classification are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections (STC). Employees must also conform to all other requirements necessary to hold and maintain peace officer status pursuant to the California Government Code. KNOWLEDGE The California juvenile justice system; the general principles of human behavior, normal and abnormal; basic group and individual counseling techniques; basic psychological theories, terminology and treatment methods; the general principles of report writing and composition; basic computer literacy; personal computer systems and computer software. ABILITY Establish rapport with juveniles; recognize emotional and behavioral problems; assess physical and emotional needs of individual juveniles; demonstrate clear written and oral skills; follow written and oral instructions/procedures; enforce rules and regulations with firmness; organize and direct the activities of juveniles; utilize a variety of office equipment, including computer operation; operate communications and safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; work with other staff to effect job duties; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue juveniles for the safety of themselves and others; drive in a safe manner. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs and lifting of individuals which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility, driving, operation of a computer; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; frequent exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekend, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to 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 . Accommodations 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 Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. 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/Employee 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 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance 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 Law 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 Employees' 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. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. 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 for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. 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. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. 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 who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. 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. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. 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, grand parent, grand child 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 Head 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
San Joaquin County
Juvenile Detention Officer
San Joaquin County, CA Stockton, California, usa
This recruitment is being held to fill several full-time and part-time vacancies in theProbation Departmentand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. The Juvenile Detention Facility is a 24-hour operation. These positions require working rotating shifts which will include weekends and holidays, as well as working overtime. The shifts are: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm; 9:00 am - 9:00 pm; and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must participate in a mandatory orientation and successfully pass a background investigation, pre-employment physical and drug screen prior to employment. At the mandatory orientation, candidateswillbe given thePersonal History Statement(PHS). To review the PHS, click on the link to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) forms page - San Joaquin County uses form 2-251: PHS - Peace Officer Supporting a Safer, Stronger Community The San Joaquin County Probation Department is committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims, and reducing recidivism through client accountability and support; thereby making ourcommunity safer and stronger. We are dedicated to inspiring positive change by delivering proven evidence-based practices, which assist clients in identifying a path to productive life choices. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. 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 Maintains security and discipline over assigned unit or program; enforces rules and regulations of the facility and program. Supervises and guides youth/child behavior; advises juveniles in proper standards of personal conduct. May counsel or assist in counseling juveniles individually or in groups. Maintains regular contact with individuals assigned to electronic monitoring or home supervision programs; monitors compliance with program requirements. Maintains contact with juveniles, family, friends, school officials, employers and probation officers; places program violators in custody. Observes and assesses behavior and needs of groups and individuals; utilizes information in attempting to meet the needs of a program structure. Documents and relates information to appropriate personnel. Conducts programs related to recreation, work activities and behavioral modification modules, such as anger management, victim awareness and the like. Prepares and maintains juvenile conduct records and reports for use in placement or court proceedings, including incident reports. May be required to perform basic housekeeping tasks. May lead other workers as assigned. Conducts room checks and searches; searches juveniles for contraband; administers discipline as required. Physically restrains or subdues violent or attacking juveniles when appropriate for the safety and protection of themselves and others. Uses computer for detention management and communication. Transports juvenile offenders, when necessary. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. AND EITHER PATTERN I Experience : Six months experience as Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant with San Joaquin County. OR PATTERN II Education : Completion of sixty semester units at an accredited college or university, including at least eighteen semester units in the social or behavioral sciences. AND Experience : Six months of experience in the supervision, observation and assessment of juveniles in a detention or residential treatment facility. NOTE : A valid California Class II driver's license and a good driving record may be required by the nature of the assignment. Special Requirements: The Juvenile Detention Officer must successfully complete one hundred and fifty-six (156) hours of core Juvenile Institution training during the first year of appointment. Employees in this classification are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections (STC). Employees must also conform to all other requirements necessary to hold and maintain peace officer status pursuant to the California Government Code. KNOWLEDGE The California juvenile justice system; general principles of human behavior, normal and abnormal; basic group and individual counseling techniques; basic psychological theories, terminology and treatment methods; general principles of report writing and composition, basic computer literacy, personal computer systems and computer software; self-defense and emergency/crisis management techniques. ABILITY Establish rapport with juveniles; recognize emotional and behavioral problems; assess physical and emotional needs of individual juveniles; demonstrate clear written and oral skills; follow written and oral instructions/procedures; work with other staff to effect job duties; enforce rules, policies and procedures with firmness; organize and direct the activities of juveniles; operate communications and safety equipment; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue juveniles for the safety of themselves and others; drive safely; utilize a variety of office equipment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, driving and lifting of individuals, which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility; operation of a computer; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; frequent exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to 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 . Accommodations 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 Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. 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/Employee 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 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance 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 Law 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 Employees' 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. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. 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 for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. 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. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. 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 who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. 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. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. 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, grand parent, grand child 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 Head 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: 2/1/2021 11:59:00 PM
Jan 15, 2021
Full Time
This recruitment is being held to fill several full-time and part-time vacancies in theProbation Departmentand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. The Juvenile Detention Facility is a 24-hour operation. These positions require working rotating shifts which will include weekends and holidays, as well as working overtime. The shifts are: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm; 9:00 am - 9:00 pm; and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must participate in a mandatory orientation and successfully pass a background investigation, pre-employment physical and drug screen prior to employment. At the mandatory orientation, candidateswillbe given thePersonal History Statement(PHS). To review the PHS, click on the link to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) forms page - San Joaquin County uses form 2-251: PHS - Peace Officer Supporting a Safer, Stronger Community The San Joaquin County Probation Department is committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims, and reducing recidivism through client accountability and support; thereby making ourcommunity safer and stronger. We are dedicated to inspiring positive change by delivering proven evidence-based practices, which assist clients in identifying a path to productive life choices. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. 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 Maintains security and discipline over assigned unit or program; enforces rules and regulations of the facility and program. Supervises and guides youth/child behavior; advises juveniles in proper standards of personal conduct. May counsel or assist in counseling juveniles individually or in groups. Maintains regular contact with individuals assigned to electronic monitoring or home supervision programs; monitors compliance with program requirements. Maintains contact with juveniles, family, friends, school officials, employers and probation officers; places program violators in custody. Observes and assesses behavior and needs of groups and individuals; utilizes information in attempting to meet the needs of a program structure. Documents and relates information to appropriate personnel. Conducts programs related to recreation, work activities and behavioral modification modules, such as anger management, victim awareness and the like. Prepares and maintains juvenile conduct records and reports for use in placement or court proceedings, including incident reports. May be required to perform basic housekeeping tasks. May lead other workers as assigned. Conducts room checks and searches; searches juveniles for contraband; administers discipline as required. Physically restrains or subdues violent or attacking juveniles when appropriate for the safety and protection of themselves and others. Uses computer for detention management and communication. Transports juvenile offenders, when necessary. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. AND EITHER PATTERN I Experience : Six months experience as Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant with San Joaquin County. OR PATTERN II Education : Completion of sixty semester units at an accredited college or university, including at least eighteen semester units in the social or behavioral sciences. AND Experience : Six months of experience in the supervision, observation and assessment of juveniles in a detention or residential treatment facility. NOTE : A valid California Class II driver's license and a good driving record may be required by the nature of the assignment. Special Requirements: The Juvenile Detention Officer must successfully complete one hundred and fifty-six (156) hours of core Juvenile Institution training during the first year of appointment. Employees in this classification are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections (STC). Employees must also conform to all other requirements necessary to hold and maintain peace officer status pursuant to the California Government Code. KNOWLEDGE The California juvenile justice system; general principles of human behavior, normal and abnormal; basic group and individual counseling techniques; basic psychological theories, terminology and treatment methods; general principles of report writing and composition, basic computer literacy, personal computer systems and computer software; self-defense and emergency/crisis management techniques. ABILITY Establish rapport with juveniles; recognize emotional and behavioral problems; assess physical and emotional needs of individual juveniles; demonstrate clear written and oral skills; follow written and oral instructions/procedures; work with other staff to effect job duties; enforce rules, policies and procedures with firmness; organize and direct the activities of juveniles; operate communications and safety equipment; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue juveniles for the safety of themselves and others; drive safely; utilize a variety of office equipment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, driving and lifting of individuals, which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility; operation of a computer; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; frequent exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to 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 . Accommodations 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 Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. 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/Employee 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 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance 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 Law 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 Employees' 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. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. 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 for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. 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. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. 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 who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. 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. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. 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, grand parent, grand child 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 Head 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: 2/1/2021 11:59:00 PM
Mohave County
Juvenile Detention Officer I - Probation
MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ Mohave, AZ, United States
Job Summary Do you desire a position where you make a difference in people's lives and serve justice? If so, the place to find that dream job is with the Mohave County Superior Court and Probation. About the Mohave County Courts and Probation The Mohave County Courts and Probation are a high-performing organization, with a collaborative team of innovators who work to improve our Courts and the services we provide. We hire people who will share our vision of making a difference in people's lives in the communities we serve. See all that the Mohave County Courts and Probation offer! Under general supervision, undertakes and performs a variety of journey level tasks, duties and services related to overseeing, monitoring and managing juveniles held in the Mohave County Juvenile Detention Center. An employee in this classification may be assigned to work day/swing or the graveyard shift. To Apply: 1. Note: Resumes are considered supplemental information only. Failure to complete the entire online application, including fully detailing all education and experience, will likely result in disqualification. Please read and follow the Superior Court Application Instructions . 2. Complete and submit online application AND print and complete Probation Department Supplemental Packet Submit the Probation Supplemental Packet to Superior Court Human Resources at 401 E. Spring St., Kingman, AZ 86401. Note : Your application will not be screened until this packet is received by Superior Court Human Resources. Be sure your packet is notarized as well. The position is open until filled with an initial review of applications to begin on Monday, August 31, 2020. Essential Job Functions Please see job description. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED AND one (1) year successful experience as a Juvenile Detention Officer Recruit, or when filled from outside, requires prior detention officer experience in a juvenile detention center or related detention facility experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must complete annual training as required by the Committee on Judicial Educaiton and Training (COJET). Must posses a valid State of Arizona Driver's License at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must obtain within (60) days of employment and must maintain defensive driving certification and first aid/CPR certification. Depending on assignment, may be required to obtain and maintain van driver's license. Employees are subject to immediate callout when an emergency, disaster or breach of homeland security occurs. Employees shall be available, unless excused, to ensure the court is adequetly staffed during and immediately following natural and/or manmade disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, and acts of terrorism. This may require assisting other employees in the work unit in accomplishing assignments as necessary and the working of unsual, long hours over and extended period of time with infrequent breaks or rest periods. An employee who is working with an accommodation must meet with their supervisor and division head to discuss their requirement for response. Minimum of 21 years of age; U.S. citizen or have the legal resident status. Must successfully pass a pre-employment character and fitness background investigation, including but not limited to: fingerprinting and criminal history records check, Department of Child Safety (DCS) Central Registry check, (MVD) driving records check, psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, and submit to and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen. This is a safety sensitive position. Closing Date/Time:
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Job Summary Do you desire a position where you make a difference in people's lives and serve justice? If so, the place to find that dream job is with the Mohave County Superior Court and Probation. About the Mohave County Courts and Probation The Mohave County Courts and Probation are a high-performing organization, with a collaborative team of innovators who work to improve our Courts and the services we provide. We hire people who will share our vision of making a difference in people's lives in the communities we serve. See all that the Mohave County Courts and Probation offer! Under general supervision, undertakes and performs a variety of journey level tasks, duties and services related to overseeing, monitoring and managing juveniles held in the Mohave County Juvenile Detention Center. An employee in this classification may be assigned to work day/swing or the graveyard shift. To Apply: 1. Note: Resumes are considered supplemental information only. Failure to complete the entire online application, including fully detailing all education and experience, will likely result in disqualification. Please read and follow the Superior Court Application Instructions . 2. Complete and submit online application AND print and complete Probation Department Supplemental Packet Submit the Probation Supplemental Packet to Superior Court Human Resources at 401 E. Spring St., Kingman, AZ 86401. Note : Your application will not be screened until this packet is received by Superior Court Human Resources. Be sure your packet is notarized as well. The position is open until filled with an initial review of applications to begin on Monday, August 31, 2020. Essential Job Functions Please see job description. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED AND one (1) year successful experience as a Juvenile Detention Officer Recruit, or when filled from outside, requires prior detention officer experience in a juvenile detention center or related detention facility experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must complete annual training as required by the Committee on Judicial Educaiton and Training (COJET). Must posses a valid State of Arizona Driver's License at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must obtain within (60) days of employment and must maintain defensive driving certification and first aid/CPR certification. Depending on assignment, may be required to obtain and maintain van driver's license. Employees are subject to immediate callout when an emergency, disaster or breach of homeland security occurs. Employees shall be available, unless excused, to ensure the court is adequetly staffed during and immediately following natural and/or manmade disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, and acts of terrorism. This may require assisting other employees in the work unit in accomplishing assignments as necessary and the working of unsual, long hours over and extended period of time with infrequent breaks or rest periods. An employee who is working with an accommodation must meet with their supervisor and division head to discuss their requirement for response. Minimum of 21 years of age; U.S. citizen or have the legal resident status. Must successfully pass a pre-employment character and fitness background investigation, including but not limited to: fingerprinting and criminal history records check, Department of Child Safety (DCS) Central Registry check, (MVD) driving records check, psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, and submit to and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen. This is a safety sensitive position. Closing Date/Time:
Los Angeles County
DETENTION SERVICES OFFICER
LOS ANGELES COUNTY Los Angeles, California, United States
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT EXAM NUMBER: F8655H FIRST DAY OF FILING: OCTOBER 7, 2020 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) FILING DATES: OCTOBER 7, 2020 - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Detention Services Officer positions hold the status of sworn, peace officers in the Probation Department. (Please see the Requirements and Special Requirement Information sections for additional information on peace officer requirements and the Background Investigation process). Positions supervise the activities of minors who are detained in juvenile halls. Incumbents serve as a member of a small team responsible for the order and security of a unit of probation youth, transports minors to medical care facilities and/or courts or other locations, and provides situational counseling, as necessary. Detention Services Officers must be able to physically restrain combative probation youth. Essential Job Functions Supervises detained probation youth in their activities within the unit, on work assignments, during recreation periods, on medical or dental appointments, or awaiting court appearances. Maintains order and control of a unit and takes appropriate action in connection with rule infractions or other disturbances. Maintains institutional security and takes appropriate action to prevent escapes. Supervises the movement of probation youth within and outside the facility. Controls and restrains combative or emotionally disturbed probation youth. Observes and records the behavior of probation youth and confers with the supervisor about problematic probation youth. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS Completion of 60 semester* or 90 quarter* units from an accredited college including course work in the behavioral or social sciences such as psychology, sociology or criminology. Candidates must meet the qualifications for designation as a Peace Officer within the Probation Department, including, but not limited to: 1) No Felony Convictions 2) U.S. Citizen -OR- permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship 3) At least 21 years of age at the time of appointment Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections. PHYSICAL CLASS 4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. LICENSE A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION Supplemental Questionnaire As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the selection requirements and standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Probation Department. Applicants who fail the supplemental questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply. Candidates must be able to pass a thorough BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION which may include, but is not limited to, the following: 1) Live Scan and Criminal Records Check 2) Polygraph Examination or Computer Voice Stress Analyzer Test 3) Psychological Examination 4) Medical and Drug Screening Examination 5) Credit Check 6) Juvenile Corrections Officer Core physical agility examination NOTE: IF YOU HAVE APPLIED FOR A PEACE OFFICER POSITION WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT AND HAVE BEEN DISQUALIFIED AS PART OF THE BACKGROUND PROCESS WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED. Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible register pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04 including but not limited to the following: Who is addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or narcotics or habit-forming drugs; Who is guilty of conduct not compatible with County employment, whether or not it amounts to a crime; Who has been dismissed or has resigned in lieu of discharge from any position, public or private, for any cause which would be a cause for dismissal from County service; or whose record of employment has not been satisfactory in the County service, or with any other agency or firm; Who has abandoned any position in County service or been absent from duty without leave of absence duly granted; Who has made material false statement or who has attempted any deception or fraud in connection with this or any other civil service examinations; Who refuses to execute the oath as prescribed by law; Who refuses to be fingerprinted; Who refuses to take or fails to pass the prescribed medical examination *IN ORDER TO QUALIFY, YOU MUST IDENTIFY THE NUMBER OF UNITS COMPLETED OR LEVEL OF DEGREE ON THE JOB APPLICATION AND ATTACH/UPLOAD IN NEOGOV A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FROM THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WHICH SHOWS THE AREA OF SPECIALIZATION WITH REGISTRAR'S SIGNATURE AND OR SCHOOL SEAL WITH YOUR APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF FILING IN NEOGOV OR DURING THE EXAMINATION PROCESS OR YOUR APPLICATION MAY BE REJECTED. Positions to this class will be required to possess a certificate of completion of a 40-hour introductory training course on the laws of arrest under Penal Code Section 832 and Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within 90 days of appointment to the position. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) developed and validated Juvenile Officer written selection examination covering Written Communication, Reading Comprehension, Apply Rules, and Basic Math, weighted 70%. Candidates who do not pass the Juvenile Officer written test will be notified by mail and will not be invited to Part II of the examination. RESULTS CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE. SCORE TRANSFERS Any passing score for the Juvenile Officer written test examinations administered after October 2020 will have their written responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this exam and will proceed to Part II of this examination. Part II: An interview covering Emotional Control, Adaptability, Interpersonal Sensitivity, Objectivity/Tolerance, Listening Comprehension, Oral Communication, Selective Attention, Multi-tasking, Applied Memorization, Assertiveness, Attention to Detail, weighted 30%. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. Candidates must qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% on all weighted test parts of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TEST PREPARATION RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP CANDIDATES PREPARE FOR EMPLOYMENT TESTS Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for the written Juvenile Officer test at http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/probation/1078218_CandidateOrientationBooklet.pdf or on the Probation website at https://probation.lacounty.gov under Candidate Orientation Booklet. To access the Los Angeles County Probation Department Pre-Academy Fitness Guide, click here: http://file.lacounty.gov/probation/cms1_248934.pdf While these study guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials you deem necessary. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and the names of candidates that qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the weighted test parts of the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online via NEOGOV electronic submission ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. All applicants must enter a current/updated mailing and email address at the time of filing as NOTICES MAY BE SENT BY MAIL OR EMAIL . Entering an invalid mailing/email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update information, applicants must make changes to their profile at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty . Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add examinations@probation.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notifications for any examinations 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. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. To apply for this examination, click on the green " Apply " button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Visit the NEOGOV website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachment(s) at the time of filing in NEOGOV. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email to examinations@probation.lacounty.gov during the examination process or your application may be rejected. Please include your name, examination number, and examination title. Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification. This exam may close at any time without prior notice. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, date completed, and number of credit and/or certificates earned. All information and records are subject to verification. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. This exam may close at any time without prior notice. FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION INCLUDING THE NAME(S) AND ADDRESS(ES) OF YOUR EMPLOYER(S), YOUR JOB TITLE(S); BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES; THE FUNCTIONS PERFORMED INCLUDING A DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ROLE, LEVEL OF INVOLVEMENT, INDEPENDENCE, AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE SIZE OF YOUR ORGANIZATION, COMPLEXITY AND LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY RELATED TO YOUR EXPERIENCE MAY IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations & Recruitment Unit, Sworn Exams Department Contact Number: (562) 940-2659 Department Contact Email: examinations@probation.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 658-1813 Teletype Phone: (877) 988-7800 Closing Date/Time:
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT EXAM NUMBER: F8655H FIRST DAY OF FILING: OCTOBER 7, 2020 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) FILING DATES: OCTOBER 7, 2020 - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Detention Services Officer positions hold the status of sworn, peace officers in the Probation Department. (Please see the Requirements and Special Requirement Information sections for additional information on peace officer requirements and the Background Investigation process). Positions supervise the activities of minors who are detained in juvenile halls. Incumbents serve as a member of a small team responsible for the order and security of a unit of probation youth, transports minors to medical care facilities and/or courts or other locations, and provides situational counseling, as necessary. Detention Services Officers must be able to physically restrain combative probation youth. Essential Job Functions Supervises detained probation youth in their activities within the unit, on work assignments, during recreation periods, on medical or dental appointments, or awaiting court appearances. Maintains order and control of a unit and takes appropriate action in connection with rule infractions or other disturbances. Maintains institutional security and takes appropriate action to prevent escapes. Supervises the movement of probation youth within and outside the facility. Controls and restrains combative or emotionally disturbed probation youth. Observes and records the behavior of probation youth and confers with the supervisor about problematic probation youth. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS Completion of 60 semester* or 90 quarter* units from an accredited college including course work in the behavioral or social sciences such as psychology, sociology or criminology. Candidates must meet the qualifications for designation as a Peace Officer within the Probation Department, including, but not limited to: 1) No Felony Convictions 2) U.S. Citizen -OR- permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship 3) At least 21 years of age at the time of appointment Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections. PHYSICAL CLASS 4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. LICENSE A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION Supplemental Questionnaire As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the selection requirements and standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Probation Department. Applicants who fail the supplemental questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply. Candidates must be able to pass a thorough BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION which may include, but is not limited to, the following: 1) Live Scan and Criminal Records Check 2) Polygraph Examination or Computer Voice Stress Analyzer Test 3) Psychological Examination 4) Medical and Drug Screening Examination 5) Credit Check 6) Juvenile Corrections Officer Core physical agility examination NOTE: IF YOU HAVE APPLIED FOR A PEACE OFFICER POSITION WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT AND HAVE BEEN DISQUALIFIED AS PART OF THE BACKGROUND PROCESS WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED. Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible register pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04 including but not limited to the following: Who is addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or narcotics or habit-forming drugs; Who is guilty of conduct not compatible with County employment, whether or not it amounts to a crime; Who has been dismissed or has resigned in lieu of discharge from any position, public or private, for any cause which would be a cause for dismissal from County service; or whose record of employment has not been satisfactory in the County service, or with any other agency or firm; Who has abandoned any position in County service or been absent from duty without leave of absence duly granted; Who has made material false statement or who has attempted any deception or fraud in connection with this or any other civil service examinations; Who refuses to execute the oath as prescribed by law; Who refuses to be fingerprinted; Who refuses to take or fails to pass the prescribed medical examination *IN ORDER TO QUALIFY, YOU MUST IDENTIFY THE NUMBER OF UNITS COMPLETED OR LEVEL OF DEGREE ON THE JOB APPLICATION AND ATTACH/UPLOAD IN NEOGOV A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FROM THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WHICH SHOWS THE AREA OF SPECIALIZATION WITH REGISTRAR'S SIGNATURE AND OR SCHOOL SEAL WITH YOUR APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF FILING IN NEOGOV OR DURING THE EXAMINATION PROCESS OR YOUR APPLICATION MAY BE REJECTED. Positions to this class will be required to possess a certificate of completion of a 40-hour introductory training course on the laws of arrest under Penal Code Section 832 and Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within 90 days of appointment to the position. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) developed and validated Juvenile Officer written selection examination covering Written Communication, Reading Comprehension, Apply Rules, and Basic Math, weighted 70%. Candidates who do not pass the Juvenile Officer written test will be notified by mail and will not be invited to Part II of the examination. RESULTS CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE. SCORE TRANSFERS Any passing score for the Juvenile Officer written test examinations administered after October 2020 will have their written responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this exam and will proceed to Part II of this examination. Part II: An interview covering Emotional Control, Adaptability, Interpersonal Sensitivity, Objectivity/Tolerance, Listening Comprehension, Oral Communication, Selective Attention, Multi-tasking, Applied Memorization, Assertiveness, Attention to Detail, weighted 30%. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. Candidates must qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% on all weighted test parts of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TEST PREPARATION RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP CANDIDATES PREPARE FOR EMPLOYMENT TESTS Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for the written Juvenile Officer test at http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/probation/1078218_CandidateOrientationBooklet.pdf or on the Probation website at https://probation.lacounty.gov under Candidate Orientation Booklet. To access the Los Angeles County Probation Department Pre-Academy Fitness Guide, click here: http://file.lacounty.gov/probation/cms1_248934.pdf While these study guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials you deem necessary. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and the names of candidates that qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the weighted test parts of the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online via NEOGOV electronic submission ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. All applicants must enter a current/updated mailing and email address at the time of filing as NOTICES MAY BE SENT BY MAIL OR EMAIL . Entering an invalid mailing/email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update information, applicants must make changes to their profile at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty . Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add examinations@probation.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notifications for any examinations 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. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. To apply for this examination, click on the green " Apply " button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Visit the NEOGOV website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachment(s) at the time of filing in NEOGOV. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email to examinations@probation.lacounty.gov during the examination process or your application may be rejected. Please include your name, examination number, and examination title. Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification. This exam may close at any time without prior notice. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, date completed, and number of credit and/or certificates earned. All information and records are subject to verification. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. This exam may close at any time without prior notice. FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION INCLUDING THE NAME(S) AND ADDRESS(ES) OF YOUR EMPLOYER(S), YOUR JOB TITLE(S); BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES; THE FUNCTIONS PERFORMED INCLUDING A DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ROLE, LEVEL OF INVOLVEMENT, INDEPENDENCE, AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE SIZE OF YOUR ORGANIZATION, COMPLEXITY AND LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY RELATED TO YOUR EXPERIENCE MAY IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations & Recruitment Unit, Sworn Exams Department Contact Number: (562) 940-2659 Department Contact Email: examinations@probation.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 658-1813 Teletype Phone: (877) 988-7800 Closing Date/Time:
Los Angeles County
DEPUTY SHERIFF-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
Dec 21, 2020
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
Los Angeles County
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
LOS ANGELES COUNTY Los Angeles, California, United States
FILING START DATE : 09/01/2020 FILING START TIME: 8:00 AM 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 : J9308H SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION The voluntary Reserve Deputy Sheriff position receives monetary compensation of $1.00 annually for the performance of their duties. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : Volunteer ( THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION ) FILING TYPE : Open Continuous CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - Reserve Forces Detail is encompassed by community members who volunteer their time and energy to fulfill many of the roles which are traditionally handled by full-time, Deputy Sheriffs. Our Reserve Deputy Sheriffs undergo the same hiring standards as full-time Deputies and work alongside them in support of every aspect of the Department operations. A volunteer organization of individuals who are utilized to supplement the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's law enforcement manpower. Like full-time deputies, reserve deputies are professionally trained and duly sworn law enforcement personnel. In most cases, reserves are assigned to the same duties as full-time deputies. Since reserve deputies have the same powers of arrest as full-time deputies, they are required by law to meet the same hiring, background, medical and psychological standards as full-time deputies. Most reserve deputies are available to work in virtually all aspects of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. After becoming field qualified, a Level 1 reserve deputy can work patrol alone or with a partner and has peace officer status. 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 WORKS IN A CUSTODY OR COURT SERVICES ENVIRONMENT Enforces/ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, local ordinances, and judicial compliance orders as necessary. Guards, transports, and maintains the security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates by enforcing detention policies and procedures. Oversees the work of and instructs a group of inmates assigned to various operations, maintenance, or other rehabilitative activities. Operates a computer terminal to obtain criminal history information including warrants or other holds, and updates classification or housing information as necessary. Secures prisoners and their property and monies as necessary in compliance with departmental policy and procedures including juvenile detention policy and regulations. Performs various law enforcement duties during a local state of emergency DRIVES A RADIO CAR PATROLLING AREAS TO DETECT CRIMINAL ACTIVITY, PROTECT LIFE AND PROPERTY, AND PRESERVE THE PEACE Enforces Federal and State laws and local ordinances. Pursues suspects on foot or in a vehicle. Subdues resisting suspects utilizing necessary force, including firearms, to maintain law and order and ensure personal and other's safety. Detains, arrests, books, and transports suspects. Collects, preserves, and records evidence. Maintains a log and writes arrest reports. Makes traffic stops, issues warnings, and writes traffic citations. Responds to emergency scenes and calls for service to provide assistance and maintain law and order. Recovers lost or stolen property. INVESTIGATES EMERGENT AND NON-EMERGENT COMPLAINTS OF CRIMES AND CONDUCTS FOLLOW-UP INVESTIGATIONS Investigates victims, witnesses, suspects, and informants. Takes notes, and writes complaint and investigative reports. Searches for, collects, records, and preserves evidence (including contraband). Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings. Serves civil and criminal process papers. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AGE 19½ years of age at the time of filing and at least 20 years of age at the time of hire. 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 documents or paperwork showing they have applied for citizenship during the background process. LICENSE A valid California class "C" or above driver license is required to perform job-related functions. California candidates must possess a current, non-expired driver license at the time of filing. Out-of-state candidates must have a valid license from the state in which they reside at the time of filing and will be required to obtain a California class "C" prior to hire. 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. Candidates must meet one of the following options: OPTION A EDUCATION Graduation from a U.S. high school or evidence of equivalent U.S. high school proficiency or higher education. Evidence of equivalent high school proficiency includes having successfully passed the GED, TASC, HiSET, or CHSPE. In accordance with the provisions of California Government Code Section 1031(e), accredited high schools are those accredited by certifying organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and include accredited public and non-public high schools in the United States and accredited United States Department of Defense high schools. OPTION B - LATERAL EXPERIENCE Candidates must be a Reserve peace officer at a California Commission on Reserve Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience OR an active full-time peace officer at 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. CERTIFICATION Candidates must have a P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II Reserve status OR have a P.O.S.T. Peace Officer status with possession of a P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate(s) at the time of filing. A Level I Reserve refers to a trained reserve officer as described in Penal Code section 832.6 (a)(1), and who is assigned specific police functions whether or not working alone [830.6(a)(1)] OR to the prevention and detection of crime and the general enforcement of the laws of this state [830.6(a)(2)] whether or not working alone. A Level II Reserve refers to a trained reserve officer as described in Penal Code section 832.6(a)(2), who works under the immediate supervision of a peace officer who has completed the basic training course for deputy sheriffs and police officers prescribed by the Commission, and is assigned to the prevention and detection of crime and the general enforcement of the laws of this State. Candidates accepted under Option B will have their multiple-choice examination waived. P.O.S.T. PROFILE A legible copy of the candidate's current P.O.S.T. Profile Report must be attached with the application at the time of filing. Documentation will be accepted via e-mail. Instructions for obtaining a P.O.S.T Profile can be found at this link https://post.ca.gov/How-Do-I-Obtain-POST-ID-or-POST-Profile 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 Reserve 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. TEST PREPARATION INFORMATION There are websites available that have practice tests to help in the preparation of this examination. They are only guides and do not guarantee success in the examination. These sample tests are located at the following sites. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department website: http://shq.lasdnews.net/content/uoa/PER/LawEnfmtJobFamilyStudyGuide.pdf The Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit https://apps.hr.lacounty.gov/olt/Test The Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission website: https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf EXAMINATION CONTENT The examination will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 100%, assessing writing clarity, vocabulary, spelling, writing grammar, reading comprehension, deductive and inductive reasoning, and data interpretation. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher. Candidates who fail the test may retake the test once every three (3) months. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19. 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: mdao@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. SCORE TRANSFERS Candidates who have achieved a qualifying score from one of the following the Law Enforcement Job Family (LEJF) examinations: DST #J2707V, #J2707W and #J2707X; Custody Assistant (CA) #J2749Z and #J2749A; Security Officer (SO) #J2828P; Security Assistant (SA) #J2827S and #J2827T; or Reserve Deputy Sheriff (RDS) #J9308G will have their multiple-choice test score automatically transferred to the RDS #J9308H examination. The RDS multiple-choice test score is valid for twenty-four (24) months and transferable to other LEJF examinations. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as received basis. Successful candidates who pass the multiple-choice test will be eligible to continue with the hiring process 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. 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. REAPPLY PROCEDURE Candidates who have participated in the examination process for any one of the LEJF positions and who do not achieve a qualifying score, must wait three (3) months after the date of the failed test to reapply for any of the LEJF examinations. Reapplying continuously will override the existing information and will cause a delay in the processing of the most recent application. Only the most current application will be considered. RESCHEDULING PROCEDURE Candidates will be given the opportunity to reschedule within a three (3) month period from the date of their application. 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. Multiple-Choice Test 3. Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT) 4. Structured Interview 5. Background Investigation 6. Psychological and Medical Evaluations VALIDATED PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST Candidates who pass the mutiple-choice test 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 Reserve Deputy Sheriff hiring process. STRUCTURED INTERVIEW (SI) Candidates who pass the multiple-choice test 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, the candidate 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 candidates. 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 or medical evaluations. 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. ACADEMY TRAINING The Sheriff's Academy is a training program and is approved by the California Department of Corrections and the California Commission on P.O.S.T. Classes are conducted two evenings a week and some weekends and holidays. The Academy days may be conducted in shifts. Recruits generally spend additional time outside of class preparing for class and studying for exams. Recruits in the Sheriff's Academy will participate in classroom and scenario-based training, which will include: the interpretation and application of laws, report writing, radio operations, first aid and CPR, defensive tactics, handcuffing and searching techniques, use of the baton, the safe handling, care, and use of firearms, emergency vehicle operations, and Department regulations and laws regarding the use of force and firearms. Throughout the academy program, recruits will also participate in regular physical training. Knowledge, skill and task competence will be assessed. Academy success will be determined through multiple-choice and true/false tests, role playing exercises and performance, physical ability, and work sample tests. VACANCY INFORMATION All candidates that successfully complete the hiring process may be considered 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, on the last day of filing. Candidates will be asked to provide required documents during the background process. 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
Dec 21, 2020
Temporary
FILING START DATE : 09/01/2020 FILING START TIME: 8:00 AM 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 : J9308H SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION The voluntary Reserve Deputy Sheriff position receives monetary compensation of $1.00 annually for the performance of their duties. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : Volunteer ( THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION ) FILING TYPE : Open Continuous CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - Reserve Forces Detail is encompassed by community members who volunteer their time and energy to fulfill many of the roles which are traditionally handled by full-time, Deputy Sheriffs. Our Reserve Deputy Sheriffs undergo the same hiring standards as full-time Deputies and work alongside them in support of every aspect of the Department operations. A volunteer organization of individuals who are utilized to supplement the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's law enforcement manpower. Like full-time deputies, reserve deputies are professionally trained and duly sworn law enforcement personnel. In most cases, reserves are assigned to the same duties as full-time deputies. Since reserve deputies have the same powers of arrest as full-time deputies, they are required by law to meet the same hiring, background, medical and psychological standards as full-time deputies. Most reserve deputies are available to work in virtually all aspects of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. After becoming field qualified, a Level 1 reserve deputy can work patrol alone or with a partner and has peace officer status. 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 WORKS IN A CUSTODY OR COURT SERVICES ENVIRONMENT Enforces/ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, local ordinances, and judicial compliance orders as necessary. Guards, transports, and maintains the security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates by enforcing detention policies and procedures. Oversees the work of and instructs a group of inmates assigned to various operations, maintenance, or other rehabilitative activities. Operates a computer terminal to obtain criminal history information including warrants or other holds, and updates classification or housing information as necessary. Secures prisoners and their property and monies as necessary in compliance with departmental policy and procedures including juvenile detention policy and regulations. Performs various law enforcement duties during a local state of emergency DRIVES A RADIO CAR PATROLLING AREAS TO DETECT CRIMINAL ACTIVITY, PROTECT LIFE AND PROPERTY, AND PRESERVE THE PEACE Enforces Federal and State laws and local ordinances. Pursues suspects on foot or in a vehicle. Subdues resisting suspects utilizing necessary force, including firearms, to maintain law and order and ensure personal and other's safety. Detains, arrests, books, and transports suspects. Collects, preserves, and records evidence. Maintains a log and writes arrest reports. Makes traffic stops, issues warnings, and writes traffic citations. Responds to emergency scenes and calls for service to provide assistance and maintain law and order. Recovers lost or stolen property. INVESTIGATES EMERGENT AND NON-EMERGENT COMPLAINTS OF CRIMES AND CONDUCTS FOLLOW-UP INVESTIGATIONS Investigates victims, witnesses, suspects, and informants. Takes notes, and writes complaint and investigative reports. Searches for, collects, records, and preserves evidence (including contraband). Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings. Serves civil and criminal process papers. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AGE 19½ years of age at the time of filing and at least 20 years of age at the time of hire. 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 documents or paperwork showing they have applied for citizenship during the background process. LICENSE A valid California class "C" or above driver license is required to perform job-related functions. California candidates must possess a current, non-expired driver license at the time of filing. Out-of-state candidates must have a valid license from the state in which they reside at the time of filing and will be required to obtain a California class "C" prior to hire. 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. Candidates must meet one of the following options: OPTION A EDUCATION Graduation from a U.S. high school or evidence of equivalent U.S. high school proficiency or higher education. Evidence of equivalent high school proficiency includes having successfully passed the GED, TASC, HiSET, or CHSPE. In accordance with the provisions of California Government Code Section 1031(e), accredited high schools are those accredited by certifying organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and include accredited public and non-public high schools in the United States and accredited United States Department of Defense high schools. OPTION B - LATERAL EXPERIENCE Candidates must be a Reserve peace officer at a California Commission on Reserve Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience OR an active full-time peace officer at 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. CERTIFICATION Candidates must have a P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II Reserve status OR have a P.O.S.T. Peace Officer status with possession of a P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate(s) at the time of filing. A Level I Reserve refers to a trained reserve officer as described in Penal Code section 832.6 (a)(1), and who is assigned specific police functions whether or not working alone [830.6(a)(1)] OR to the prevention and detection of crime and the general enforcement of the laws of this state [830.6(a)(2)] whether or not working alone. A Level II Reserve refers to a trained reserve officer as described in Penal Code section 832.6(a)(2), who works under the immediate supervision of a peace officer who has completed the basic training course for deputy sheriffs and police officers prescribed by the Commission, and is assigned to the prevention and detection of crime and the general enforcement of the laws of this State. Candidates accepted under Option B will have their multiple-choice examination waived. P.O.S.T. PROFILE A legible copy of the candidate's current P.O.S.T. Profile Report must be attached with the application at the time of filing. Documentation will be accepted via e-mail. Instructions for obtaining a P.O.S.T Profile can be found at this link https://post.ca.gov/How-Do-I-Obtain-POST-ID-or-POST-Profile 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 Reserve 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. TEST PREPARATION INFORMATION There are websites available that have practice tests to help in the preparation of this examination. They are only guides and do not guarantee success in the examination. These sample tests are located at the following sites. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department website: http://shq.lasdnews.net/content/uoa/PER/LawEnfmtJobFamilyStudyGuide.pdf The Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit https://apps.hr.lacounty.gov/olt/Test The Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission website: https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf EXAMINATION CONTENT The examination will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 100%, assessing writing clarity, vocabulary, spelling, writing grammar, reading comprehension, deductive and inductive reasoning, and data interpretation. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher. Candidates who fail the test may retake the test once every three (3) months. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19. 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: mdao@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. SCORE TRANSFERS Candidates who have achieved a qualifying score from one of the following the Law Enforcement Job Family (LEJF) examinations: DST #J2707V, #J2707W and #J2707X; Custody Assistant (CA) #J2749Z and #J2749A; Security Officer (SO) #J2828P; Security Assistant (SA) #J2827S and #J2827T; or Reserve Deputy Sheriff (RDS) #J9308G will have their multiple-choice test score automatically transferred to the RDS #J9308H examination. The RDS multiple-choice test score is valid for twenty-four (24) months and transferable to other LEJF examinations. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as received basis. Successful candidates who pass the multiple-choice test will be eligible to continue with the hiring process 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. 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. REAPPLY PROCEDURE Candidates who have participated in the examination process for any one of the LEJF positions and who do not achieve a qualifying score, must wait three (3) months after the date of the failed test to reapply for any of the LEJF examinations. Reapplying continuously will override the existing information and will cause a delay in the processing of the most recent application. Only the most current application will be considered. RESCHEDULING PROCEDURE Candidates will be given the opportunity to reschedule within a three (3) month period from the date of their application. 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. Multiple-Choice Test 3. Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT) 4. Structured Interview 5. Background Investigation 6. Psychological and Medical Evaluations VALIDATED PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST Candidates who pass the mutiple-choice test 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 Reserve Deputy Sheriff hiring process. STRUCTURED INTERVIEW (SI) Candidates who pass the multiple-choice test 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, the candidate 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 candidates. 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 or medical evaluations. 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. ACADEMY TRAINING The Sheriff's Academy is a training program and is approved by the California Department of Corrections and the California Commission on P.O.S.T. Classes are conducted two evenings a week and some weekends and holidays. The Academy days may be conducted in shifts. Recruits generally spend additional time outside of class preparing for class and studying for exams. Recruits in the Sheriff's Academy will participate in classroom and scenario-based training, which will include: the interpretation and application of laws, report writing, radio operations, first aid and CPR, defensive tactics, handcuffing and searching techniques, use of the baton, the safe handling, care, and use of firearms, emergency vehicle operations, and Department regulations and laws regarding the use of force and firearms. Throughout the academy program, recruits will also participate in regular physical training. Knowledge, skill and task competence will be assessed. Academy success will be determined through multiple-choice and true/false tests, role playing exercises and performance, physical ability, and work sample tests. VACANCY INFORMATION All candidates that successfully complete the hiring process may be considered 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, on the last day of filing. Candidates will be asked to provide required documents during the background process. 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

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