Deputy Sheriff I (Part time/Extra help)

Summary

Deputy Sheriff

The Deputy Sheriff may be required to serve as a Bailiff in Superior Courts, supervise prisoners awaiting court, provide extra security for high risk trials, and work entrance screening positions. Other assignments may be deemed necessary by supervisory personnel for the effective deliverance of court security.

Typical tasks include:

• Serve as a Bailiff in Superior Courts
• Supervise prisoners awaiting court
• Provide inmate escorts within the courthouse when necessary
• Provide extra security for high-risk trials
• Work entrance screening positions
• Work in courthouse main control monitoring security cameras
• Provide security in public access areas of the courthouse
• Investigate criminal activity within the courthouse
• Other assignments deemed necessary by supervisory personnel for the effective deliverance of court security

Minimum qualifications include:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations
• Knowledge of criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures
• Skills to secure information from witnesses and suspects
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports
• Physical endurance, agility and strength
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions
• Ability to make independent decisions while working in the field
• Ability to work with and control sensitive, confidential information
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Experienced level requirements include:

• Successfully completed a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy
• One (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency with less than a three (3) year break in service
• Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2
• Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test
• Physical/manipulative abilities required by the department
• Mental/cognitive abilities required by the department
• Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License
• Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment
• Must meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031

Application procedures include:

• Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date
• Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications
• Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application
• The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications
• Most County recruitments consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles
• Applications are carefully screened based on information provided
• All applicants are required to complete and submit the supplemental questionnaire
• An oral examination will be administered during this recruitment
• Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification
• Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months
• Candidates will be expected to pass an in-depth background investigation, computer voice stress analysis or polygraph examination, psychological examination, and medical examination

Job Description

Deputy Sheriff

The Deputy Sheriff may be required to serve as a Bailiff in Superior Courts, supervise prisoners awaiting court, provide extra security for high risk trials, and work entrance screening positions. Other assignments may be deemed necessary by supervisory personnel for the effective deliverance of court security.

Typical tasks include:

• Serve as a Bailiff in Superior Courts
• Supervise prisoners awaiting court
• Provide inmate escorts within the courthouse when necessary
• Provide extra security for high-risk trials
• Work entrance screening positions
• Work in courthouse main control monitoring security cameras
• Provide security in public access areas of the courthouse
• Investigate criminal activity within the courthouse
• Other assignments deemed necessary by supervisory personnel for the effective deliverance of court security

Minimum qualifications include:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations
• Knowledge of criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures
• Skills to secure information from witnesses and suspects
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports
• Physical endurance, agility and strength
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions
• Ability to make independent decisions while working in the field
• Ability to work with and control sensitive, confidential information
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Experienced level requirements include:

• Successfully completed a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy
• One (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency with less than a three (3) year break in service
• Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2
• Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test
• Physical/manipulative abilities required by the department
• Mental/cognitive abilities required by the department
• Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License
• Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment
• Must meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031

Application procedures include:

• Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date
• Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications
• Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application
• The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications
• Most County recruitments consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles
• Applications are carefully screened based on information provided
• All applicants are required to complete and submit the supplemental questionnaire
• An oral examination will be administered during this recruitment
• Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification
• Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months
• Candidates will be expected to pass an in-depth background investigation, computer voice stress analysis or polygraph examination, psychological examination, and medical examination