Sheriff's Deputy I
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Sheriff's Deputy I

Tulare County, CA

Job Location : Visalia,CA, USA

Posted on : 2024-12-18T20:51:52Z

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Salary : $69,082.00 - $84,192.00 AnnuallyLocation : Multiple locations throughout Tulare County, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 25-015310EDepartment: Sheriff Dept HR OnlyOpening Date: 12/01/2024Closing Date: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific*** Note: To qualify for Deputy I, you must be currently in an intensive CA POST Academy, Module I of an extended CA POST Academy, or hold a current/valid POST Basic certificate from graduating a CA POST Academy. ***To perform basic law enforcement, crime prevention work, and court security activities and to perform a wide range of corrections activities associated with the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in minimum to maximum security detention facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is the journey level classification in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents in this class normally work under close and continuous supervision in correctional and law enforcement tasks and procedures. Based on specific assignment, the incumbents may not perform the full range of duties assigned within the classification. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDImmediate supervision is provided by a Sheriff's Sergeant or other higher level management classification.Responsibilities may include the technical supervision of Sheriff's Trainees and Detention Services Officers. Typical DutiesPatrol County areas to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime. Make criminal investigations, and locate and arrest wanted persons. Serve summonses, attachments and warrants. Issue traffic citations. Investigate accidents and coroner cases. Gather and preserve evidence. Work undercover and on stake-out assignments. Organize and coordinate search and rescue efforts. Administer first aid. Fingerprint and photograph inmates and prisoners. Guard and escort prisoners to and from courts, state institutions and medical facilities.Interview suspects, victims and witnesses. Advise and counsel juveniles and adults. Assist outside agencies with control and maintenance of law and order in volatile situations or natural disasters. Collect, read and analyze criminal data. Supervise the work of subordinate personnel, inmates and trustees. Conduct tours of law enforcement facilities. Prepare presentations for community organizations, student groups and for court appearances. Testify in court. Attend assigned court. Assist with all courtroom procedures. Maintain security and order of the courtroom and the judge's chambers. Summon and seat jurors, attorneys, and witnesses, and direct observers to seating areas. Announce verdicts. Assist in assembling and securing trial evidence. Post courtroom dockets. Set up equipment for courtroom demonstrations. Guard jurors during deliberations, arrange for food, lodging, and personal needs, and escort them to meals and lodging. Detain, search, guard, and transport prisoners. Keep records of prisoner movements and write reports on courtroom incidents. Process the reception, detention and release of adult inmates. Maintain institutional security on a 24 hour basis. Learn the Penal code, Health and Safety Code, the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division, and other applicable laws and regulations. Supervise assigned groups of adults engaged in work details and leisure time activities. Apply the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division. Learn the principles of jail operations and tasks of the Detention Specialists. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Minimum QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.Knowledge of:
  • Basic criminal and Penal Code sections.
  • Basic laws of arrest, search and seizure.
  • Math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions.
Skill/Ability to:
  • Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
  • Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
  • Gather, interpret and compare technical data.
  • Write clearly and concisely using correct grammar to record and report information.
  • Communicate with persons of various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Convey and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Retain and recall factual information.
  • Identify problems, determine viable solutions, and adopt effective courses of action.
  • Accurately record information from oral and written sources.
  • Research, read, understand, and apply technical materials.
  • Communicate and deal with the public and other employees under conditions requiring tact, patience and judgment.
  • Keep abreast of department activities.
  • Promote good public relations.
  • Safely use a variety of weapons.
  • Operate patrol vehicles in normal and emergency situations.Apply first aid and CPR.
Education:
  • Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Experience:
  • One (1) year of responsible public contact work.
License or Certificate:
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
  • Possession of First Aid and CPR Certificates.
  • Possession of a Certificate of Completion of a Basic POST Certified Academy.
Additional Information (Deputy Sheriff I) Job Code: 015310, Res: 96-0801, Updated: 09/10/96 Supplemental Information Overtime Status: EligibleProbation: Twelve (12) MonthsBU: 13Bargaining Unit 13The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.Benefit Amount: A benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This amount is based on your level of participation in the benefit program. Benefit amount paid per pay period (26 pay periods) is as follows:Employee Only: $248.58Employee + one dependent: $359.96Family: $545.75Health Insurance: Benefit questions should be directed to the DSA Benefits Administrator at 1616 W Mineral King, Suite C, Visalia, CA, 93291, (559) ###-####. The County does not administer this plan.Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holidayVacation Accrual: 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)Limit of 300 hours.Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is available through the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association.Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.Uniform Allowance: $700 per year. Career Development Pay: Plan available for qualified employees.To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site: The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.01 Please indicate how you heard about this position (e.g. recruitment event, social media, job fair, friend / family etc.). 02 Are you currently 21 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No
03 Are you currently on probation or parole?
  • Yes
  • No
04 Have you ever previously applied with the Tulare County Sheriff's Office? If yes, please list the position(s) for which you have applied with date(s). 05 Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
06 Please enter your California Driver's License Number. If you do not possess a California Driver's License, please enter your California I.D. number. 07 Enter type of high school education certificate you received (ex: high school diploma, high school equivalency diploma, GED). 08 Enter name of high school or educational institution where you earned your high school diploma, high school equivalency diploma, or GED. 09 Enter year of completion of said high school diploma, high school equivalency diploma, or GED. 10 Do you possess a certificate of completion from a Basic POST certified Academy?
  • Yes
  • No
11 If yes, what was the date of completion? 12 If no, are you currently enrolled in a full time Police Academy or in module 1 of an extended Police Academy?
  • Yes
  • No
13 Provide name of Academy currently attending or graduated from. 14 If currently attending a CA POST academy, provide your tentative graduation date. Required Question
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