Deputy Sheriff I (POST Academy Graduate)

Deputy Sheriffs, under general supervision at the higher level (Deputy Sheriff II), and close supervision at the lower level (Deputy Sheriff I), supervise the work and conduct of inmates in a county correctional institution; patrol an area and enforce law and order; receive and serve civil process; maintain order in courts; assist with special investigations; investigates circumstances surrounding death in cases referred to Coroner; under direction, coordinate emergency services programs and volunteer activities; and do related work as required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER I

Current enrollment in a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Basic Academy, with successful completion of the academy by the time of appointment.   

OR II

Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic academy within three (3) years of application date and possession of a POST Basic Law Enforcement certificate or proof of attendance of a California POST Requalification Course. 

AND

License:

Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Age:

Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.

Citizenship:

Candidates are not required to be a US citizen but must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. (SB 960).  

Special Requirement:

Federal law and County policy requires that certain positions in the classification of Deputy Sheriff I, which require a commercial driver's license and the performance of duties defined as "safety sensitive" are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.

A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification.

Physical Requirement:

Hearing must be normal in each ear.

Using both eyes must have far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses.  Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye.  

These standards are confined to far vision and color vision.  There are additional standards which may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies.

Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above average strength, endurance, and agility and must meet California POST approved safety member physical standards.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies:

Ability to:

• Read, understand, interpret and apply department policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work.
• Write clear, concise comprehensive reports.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, and events.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with others.
• Exert physical force in the apprehension of suspects and in the saving of lives and property.
• Use good judgment in emergency or critical situations.
• Identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities.
• Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions.
• Work effectively even when under stress or experiencing conflict.
• Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
• Perform routine clerical and record keeping duties.
• Quickly learn and apply the rules, procedures, laws, and regulations relevant to the work.