Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Tehama County, CAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2025-00034Department: Sheriff's DepartmentOpening Date: 02/03/2025Closing Date: 3/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific DescriptionServing our Community with P.R.I.D.E.Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, EqualityClick here to learn more about the Tehama County Sheriff's Office Please Note: Those currently attending a Basic Law Enforcement Academy are highly encouraged to apply; however, a letter of enrollment from the academy must be attached to your completed application.SALARY(A-E Steps)Deputy Sheriff I:$30.28 - $36.81 Hourly / $2,422.40 - $2,944.80 BiweeklyDeputy Sheriff:$33.43- $40.63 Hourly / $2,674.40 - $3,250.40 BiweeklyAbout the Position: The Tehama County Sheriff's Office is seeking full time Peace Officers for Courtroom Security / Bailiff duties. Under general supervision, a Deputy serves warrants of arrest issued by the Court; serves as Court Bailiff; provides perimeter security, prisoner transportation, performs related work as required to expedite the business of the Court or the Sheriff's Office; and performs general law enforcement duties as may be required by any peace officer. Examples of Duties
- Maintaining court security and assisting with court procedures.
- Attends staff, professional and community meetings as required or appropriate.
- Attends required periodic training sessions and seminars; maintains required level of proficiency in the use of firearms.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Click the job title below to view the full classification specification.Please Note: The job descriptions below will contain additional duties that do not pertain to this particular assignment.| Education, Experience & Licenses Deputy Sheriff I & Deputy Sheriff:
- Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade.
- College level coursework in police science, administration of justice or a related field is desirable.
- Graduation from the Basic California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Academy.
Deputy Sheriff I: Two (2) years of experience in the law enforcement field performing duties such as Correctional Officer or Communications Dispatcher is desirable. Deputy Sheriff: Two (2) years of experience as a Deputy Sheriff I with Tehama County or the equivalent elsewhere. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.License & Special Requirements:
- Must possess a Peace Officers' Standards and Training (POST) basic law enforcement certificate.
- Must possess a valid Red Cross first aid and CPR certificate.
- Must possess a valid California driver's license.
- Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation prior to employment.
Recruitment InformationThe department is recruiting for one (1) vacancy.In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Deputy Sheriff I / Deputy Sheriff - Court Bailiff, as well as subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list.The following MUST be submitted to be considered for this position:
- Cover Letter (A resume is NOT considered a cover letter)
- Resume
- Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certificate or letter from Academy verifying current enrollment
Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. For questions about this recruitment please contact:Karie Songer-Simons530-###-#### | All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACENOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS.*Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work.This position is represented by the Deputy Sheriffs' Association. SALARY:
- Annual salary step increases based upon satisfactory performance and completion of one year of employment (Step A to E).
HEALTH:
- Approximately 80% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision plan is paid by the County (EPO Plan). The plan covers the employee and all eligible dependents at NO ADDITIONAL COST!
- Employee premiums are $234.54 per month as of January 1, 2025 for employee and all eligible dependents.
PAID LEAVES:
- Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of
- 96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
- 96 hours of sick leave
- 14 paid holidays plus one 8 hour personal holiday
LIFE INSURANCE:
- Approximately 80% of the premium for a $30,000 life insurance plan for the employee is paid for by the County.
RETIREMENT:
- A retirement plan through CalPERS.
- CalPERS Formulas:
- Classic member = 2% @ 55 (Misc) or 3% @ 55 (Safety)
- New Member = 2% @ 62 (Misc) or 2.7% @ 57 (Safety)
- A Deferred Compensation retirement plan option with a County match of up to a maximum of $60 per month.
ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS:
- Employee Assistance Program: Provided to all employees and employee's family members at no cost.
- LiveHealth Online: Access to a medical provider 24/7 from the comfort of your home at NO COST!
- Lark: Diabetes Prevention Program
- Livongo: Diabetes Management Program
- Hinge Health: Lower Back & Joint Pain Program
- Carrum Health: Enhanced Surgery Benefits Program
- Assist to Own: Down Payment Assistance Program