Deputy Sheriff

Recruitment #15-513030-01

Introduction

BENEFITS

To review the complete benefits package for this position, please visit the following link: https://admin.solanocounty.com:4433/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=16519

 

Selection Process

2/13/15 Deadline to submit application and required documents.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

 

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process.

 

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

Document Submittal Requirements

A copy of your Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate  must be submitted by the final filing date. Failure to submit the required documents(s) will result in immediate disqualification from further consideration in the recruitment process.

 

Previously submitted application materials for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

 

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person, by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email at recruitment@solanocounty.com.   When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Deputy Sheriff) and the recruitment number (15-513030-01). If submitting via email, please include the recruitment title and number in the subject.

Essential Duties

To review the job description for this position, which includes the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16085

Veterans Preference Points

To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.

 

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://webstartadmin/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=6664. This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.