Job Description
RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED TENTATIVE DATE FOR WRITTEN EXAM WILL BE IN JANUARY 2012 TENTATIVE DATES FOR ORAL EXAMS WILL BE IN FEBRUARY 2012 P.O.S.T. BASIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE(S) OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT IS REQUIRED SEE "SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS" SECTION FOR INFORMATION REGARDING A CURRENT DMV PRINTOUT
ABOUT THE POSITION Under supervision, to perform law enforcement, crime prevention and crime detection activities; and to do related work as required. Incumbents will be appointed to the sworn position of Deputy Sheriff / entry level and begin an eighteen (18) month probationary period. A Deputy Sheriff assigned to Patrol may be assigned to any Patrol Unit in the County, to include Burney Station, Lakehead, Shingletown or the City of Shasta Lake. The Deputy Sheriff may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, and other criminal incidents; prepares reports of arrests made, and investigations conducted: interviews victims, witnesses and suspects; gathers and preserves evidence, testifies and presents evidence in court; serves warrants and subpoenas; maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good working relationships with the general public; performs related duties as assigned. An incumbent may apply for other assignments after completing the probationary period. Special note: An individual will be required to pass a background investigation relevant to working in a law enforcement office or facility (e.g., Sheriff's Office, District Attorney's Office, Probation Department, etc.), prior to being hired.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property; conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates finding of fact in court; serves warrants and civil documents; pursues and apprehends suspects and makes arrests; serves as rangemaster; directs traffic and enforces traffic laws; assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests; maintains departmental files and records; keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition; prepares detailed reports of all activities.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following: Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of law enforcement; basic rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Office; basic laws of arrest and rules of evidence; and care and operation of small firearms and other law enforcement equipment. Ability to: Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory; secure information from witnesses and suspects; make independent decisions while working in the field; analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; write clear and comprehensive reports; understand and carry out oral and written directions and regulations and departmental policies; use and care for firearms; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public; learn to operate surveillance, control and communications equipment; and stand and walk for long periods of time, perform moderate physical effort on an intermittent basis and strenuous physical effort on an occasional basis. Deputy Sheriff Entry Level candidates must have completed the P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or be currently enrolled and must complete the California Law Enforcement Academy approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training prior to being hired. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment; be a citizen of the United States; meet visual acuity standards of not less than 20/70 in each eye, correctable to 20/20 in each eye set by P.O.S.T.; pass a hearing test; not have a felony conviction or an unacceptable misdemeanor record; have a U.S high school diploma or GED; and posses a valid California Drivers License at time of appointment.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for this position must be in possession of a current, valid Basic Law Enforcement Certificate awarded by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.); and possession of an appropriate California driver license.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT If you are invited for an interview, please note you will need to bring a current copy of your DMV printout with you.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
1. Do you possess a current, valid Basic Law Enforcement Certificate awarded by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)? ___ Yes ___ No
2. If yes, did you attach a copy of the P.O.S.T. Certificate to your application? If no, please type "n/a."
3. Are you currently enrolled in a State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) course? ___ Yes ___ No
4. If yes, where are you attending these courses? If no, please type "n/a."
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Additional Details
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS • All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account. • Some positions may require a valid California driver license and acceptable driving record according to County policy. • Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans With Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position. • The County has adopted a mandatory drug and alcohol testing policy for all individuals offered employment. All individuals offered employment with Shasta County must pass a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug and alcohol testing. • In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. • Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the Deputy Sheriffs Association. • Employees in this classification are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Please visit Click here for additional information regarding benefits and CalPERS coverage information.
Salary Information:$44,952.00 Annually
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES
Shasta County Personnel will accept applications, the required certificate/license, and responses to the supplemental questions until 5:00 p.m., on December 23, 2011. A cover letter and/or resume will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, "See/Refer to Resume," or "See Attached." Closing date postmarks or faxes will NOT be accepted. This recruitment will establish a new list. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.
Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination.
Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/shasta/default.cfm
Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345.
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