Deputy Sheriff (#RE5 )

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All Assignments
• Enforce State and local laws;
• Preserve the peace;
• Protect life and property;
• Assist and cooperate with other law enforcement and public safety agencies;
• Appear in court as a witness;
• May speak before public groups;
• May provide training to new recruits and reserves;
• Engage in community-oriented policing;
• May provide vacation or other temporary relief for supervisor or for other classes as required. Patrol Division
• Patrol assigned area in an automobile, checking for crime and suspicious or dangerous conditions;
• Respond to calls from the public regarding crimes;
• Pursue and apprehend suspects;
• Conduct initial and follow-up investigations of crimes;
• Interview witnesses and victims of crime and others who might have information relating to the whereabouts of suspects;
• Interrogate suspects;
• Conduct undercover investigations;
• Service warrants and make arrests;
• Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints and writs of attachment and execution;
• Search crime scenes for physical evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, and tire marks;
• Collect and preserve physical evidence;
• Photograph crime scenes. Investigation
• Pursue and apprehend suspects;
• Conduct initial and follow-up investigations of crimes;
• Interview witnesses and victims of crime and others who might have information relating to the whereabouts of suspects;
• Interrogate suspects;
• Conduct undercover investigations;
• Service warrants and make arrests;
• Search crimes scenes for physical evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, and tire marks;
• Collect and preserve physical evidence;
• Photograph crime scenes;
• Determine cause and manner of death for violent deaths, deaths under suspicious or unusual circumstances and other types of cases under the jurisdiction of the coroner;
• Arrange for removal of the deceased and stand by at the autopsy. Court Security
• Conduct prisoners to and from court and guard them while in courts;
• Maintain order in courts;
• Transport prisoners to and from penal institutions. Administration
• Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints and writs of attachment and execution;
• Serve eviction notices; and place "keepers" in businesses to take charge while the business is under attachment.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge:

Academy Graduate
Some knowledge of:

• Principles of human motivation and behavior.
• Functions of local law enforcement agency.
• Community-oriented policing.

Lateral
Working knowledge of:

• Laws pertaining to search and seizure.
• Rules of evidence and basic criminal law.
• Use and care of standard police firearms.
• Law enforcement vehicular and foot patrol techniques.
• Community-oriented policing.

Some knowledge of:

• Techniques of criminal investigations.
• Court procedures in criminal and civil cases.

Ability to:

• Abilities required of all positions, Academy Graduate as entry and Lateral as journey.
• Understand, interpret, and apply State and local laws and departmental policies.
• React quickly and calmly in emergency situations and adopt an effective course of action.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate firearms safely and skillfully.
• Obtain information through interview, interrogation, and observation.
• Write clear and accurate reports.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships.
• Perform a variety of active public safety duties involving strenuous physical activity, such as pursuing and restraining suspects and lifting injured persons.
• Engage in community-based policing, relationship building between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem solving.
• Vision Acuity: See at a corrected vision of 20-20 in each eye.
• Adhere to Sheriffs Office code of ethics.

Education and Experience:

Academy Attendee: Graduation from high school, attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test or a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university and current attendance at a California P.O.S.T Basic Academy and a minimum P.O.S.T. T-score of 46. A letter from the academy verifying current attendance, in addition to a letter verifying the required minimum P.O.S.T score, must accompany the application. Applicants currently attending a qualifying academy may apply, with eligibility for hiring contingent upon successful completion and graduation. Failure to submit listed document(s) will be cause for rejection.

Academy Graduate: Graduation from high school, attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test or a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university and possession of an approved academy completion certificate issued by a California P.O.S.T. Certified Basic Academy.

Lateral: Possession of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate awarded by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training and current employment as a peace officer performing general law enforcement duties for a California city, county, or the state.

Special Requirements/Conditions:
License/Certificate Requirement: Possession and maintenance of a valid California class C driver license; possession and maintenance of a valid P.O.S.T. Peace Officers certificate as specified in Penal Code 13510.1.
Background Investigation: Ability to pass a full background investigation.

Special Working Conditions: Exposure to variable temperatures and weather conditions; confined workspaces; heights; two-way radio noise; strong, unpleasant odors; infections which might cause chronic disease or death; dust and pollens; chemical irritants; possibility of experiencing bodily injury and/or burns; and contact with a diverse population.

Other Special Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States in accordance with Section 1031 of the Government Code; must be at least 21 years of age at completion of academy; availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and on an emergency, as needed basis.

EST: 6/80 REV: 2/25, 1/23, 4/14, 10/12, 4/03, 2/95, 1/89, 10/88, 12/81 Analyst: CL, JS, TC, LM

PREVIOUS TITLES: None

Bargaining Unit: 32
EEOC Job Category: 04
Occupational Grouping: 62
Worker's Comp Code: 1073