Deputy Sheriff - II

Placer County Sheriff's Office is seeking applications for Deputy Sheriff II. Qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will undergo an extensive background investigation to determine if the candidate meets the high standards set by the Sheriff's Office in the areas including, but not limited to: high moral character, honesty and exemplary work ethic.  The Sheriff's Office also highly values those with a positive attitude toward fellow workers and the community they will be serving.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill both permanent and extra-help positions.

Extra-help employees can work for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year. (CalPERS retirees are limited to 960 hours per fiscal year.) Incumbents assigned to these positions will typically be assigned bailiff/court security duties or will be assigned security duty in a correctional facility on an extra-help only basis.

To perform law enforcement and crime prevention work within a variety of assignments including to patrol assigned area and enforce State and local laws, to conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes, to supervise inmates in correctional facilities and to ensure court security.

This is the full journey level class within the sworn Deputy Sheriff series.  This class is distinguished from the Deputy Sheriff I by the assignment of the full range of duties.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level. 

Receives general supervision from a Sergeant or other designated sworn personnel.

May exercise technical and/or functional supervision as a Field Training Officer, as an assigned Officer-in-Charge and in another specialized assignment.

• Maintain law and order within the County by performing law enforcement activities in a variety of assignments.
• When assigned to patrol, patrol an assigned area by motor vehicle, on foot, or by other designated means to answer calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of County and state laws; conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, robberies, death and other criminal incidents; direct traffic and detain drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; issue citations and make arrests as necessary.
• When assigned to investigations, investigate major crimes against property and persons, in addition to narcotics and vice-related crimes; conduct extensive follow-up investigation at the scene of crimes and accidents; gather evidence; conduct surveillance; locate and question witnesses; take statements from witnesses; present information to the District Attorney's office for filing charges; and appear in court, as directed.
• When assigned to court security, maintain safety and security for all personnel in the courtroom; act as bailiff in courtroom; transfer inmates to and from the courts and correctional facilities; search individuals entering the court when necessary; at all times, monitor all courtroom activities to anticipate any safety concerns; assist other courtroom personnel in ensuring smooth operation of the courtroom.
• When assigned to civil division, serve legal papers such as civil and criminal subpoenas, summons, complaints, executions, attachments and court orders and writs of attachment, execution and restitution; serve warrants; prepare, process and maintain necessary files, documents and reports; interview witnesses, neighbors or other persons to gather information for investigations or the service of legal documents; determine daily geographical route and item schedule to maximize the service of legal documents. perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints.
• When assigned to correctional facilities, receive, search, book, fingerprint and guard prisoners in the jail or other prisoner holding facilities; supervise prisoners at work, in transport, during visit conferences and other activities; prepare prisoners for court, visits from attorneys and for the prisoner's transfer and release; transport prisoners between the jail and the courts.
• Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence in court.
  Gather evidence using a variety of methods and techniques, including taking photographs, lifting fingerprints, tracing movements and talking with informants.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas; file complaints; perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints.
• Prepare detailed reports on all activities; write reports on arrests, traffic violations, inmate conflicts, impounded property and other situations; maintain Departmental records and files when necessary.
• Receive and investigate complaints of violations by or against juveniles; confer with juveniles and their parents; prepare citations for Juvenile Court.
• May be assigned to canine patrol duty.
• Conduct searches in snow conditions.
• Check buildings for physical security; report street lamps or traffic signals that are not working; report or remove traffic hazards and report and take corrective action on other conditions detrimental to the general public.
• Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
• Attend meetings with civic groups; participate in and conduct
  public awareness/education programs at schools.
• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public.
• Substantiate findings in court; testify when necessary in court.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

It is the applicant's responsibility to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.

Experience: One year of responsible law enforcement training and experience performing duties similar to a Deputy Sheriff I with Placer County.

Training: Completion of the twelfth grade or G.E.D.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of the P.O.S.T. Basic certificate or equivalency certificate. 
• May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and practices of law enforcement.
• Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, corrections, investigation and identification techniques.
• Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies.
• Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation of evidence.
• Use and care for small firearms and other law enforcement equipment and tools.
• Rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Department.
• Laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles.
• Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory; use and care of firearms, chemical agents, baton and other related law enforcement paraphernalia.
• Principles and practices of self-defense.
• Interviewing and interrogation techniques.
• Pertinent laws, codes, regulations and statutes.
• Accepted procedures and methods of serving civil notices, especially those relating to the attachment and sale of property; nature and purposes of such documents as writs of attachment, subpoenas, citations and other civil papers.
• County geography, noting streets and building locations.

Ability to:

• Read and understand Departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws, ordinances and general literature pertaining to law enforcement activities.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of a sworn Deputy's job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain law to public.
• On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or in patrol vehicle; walk and stand during patrol activities; bend, squat and kneel during inspection of crime scene or conducting building searches; climb stairs and/or ladders while in the field; twist while making arrests; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation.  Continuously wear utility belt and other police equipment of 30 pounds; and intermittently lift very heavy weight.
• Adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action, giving due regard to the surrounding hazards and circumstances of each situation; exercise good judgement and make sound decisions under a variety of conditions.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Keep accurate records and submit clear reports.
• learn to use and care for small firearms and other law enforcement equipment and tools.
• Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
• Maintain good physical, emotional and mental condition to satisfactorily perform the functions of the position; meet and maintain required peace officer employment standards to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.
• Work under physical and mental pressure and in potentially hazardous situations.

Performance Examination (Pass/Fail)

(For applicants who have not been employed as a peace officer within the past twelve (12) months ONLY)

All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a performance examination, which will be scored on a pass/fail basis. The performance examination will consist of a series of job related exercises to assess basic physical agility skills.

NOTE: Applicants who have been employed as a peace officer within the past twelve (12) months will be considered as already meeting the physical agility criteria for this classification and will not need to take the performance examination.

All applicants must submit a copy of their CA P.O.S.T. Certified Basic Course (or CA P.O.S.T. equivalency training course) certificate with their application materials.

Training & Experience Rating (100%)

Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list.

Prior to the date of hire, applicants for this classification must complete and pass a background check (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph) and pre-employment psychological and medical examinations, including a drug screening, prior to appointment. All applicants must sign a constitutional oath, submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S., and be fingerprinted. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age or be bonded.

All new permanent employees, with the exception of sworn law enforcement and management, shall be required to join the employee organization or pay an 'Agency Fee' as a condition of employment.

Placer County now offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please visit our website at:
http://www.jobaps.com/placer/sup/abfreenames.asp.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment and retaliation is prohibited and that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring, transfer and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. Please contact the Personnel Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.

The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change.  It is advisable that applicants inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Personnel Department.

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Tentative Selection Plan:

7/15/2015  Minimum Qualification Screening

7/22/15-7/24/2015  Peformance Examination (Only for those who have not been a police officer at any point since 7/10/2015)

7/22/2015 Training and Experience Rating (Supplemental Questionnaire)

7/30/2015 Establish Eligible List