Deputy Sheriff I (POST Academy Grad.)

Location: Dublin, California 94568, United States. Overview Deputy Sheriff I (POST Academy Graduate). The Deputy Sheriffs, under general supervision at the higher level (Deputy Sheriff II) and close supervision at the lower level (Deputy Sheriff I), supervise the work and conduct of inmates in a county correctional institution; patrol an area, enforce law and order, receive and serve civil process, maintain order in courts, assist with special investigations, investigate circumstances surrounding death in cases referred to the Coroner, under direction coordinate emergency services programs and volunteer activities, and do related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Option I: Current enrollment in a California POST certified Basic Academy, with successful completion of the academy by the time of appointment. Option II: Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic academy within three (3) years of the application date and possession of a POST Basic Law Enforcement certificate or proof of attendance of a California POST Requalification Course. License: Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Age: Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Citizenship: Candidates are not required to be US citizens but must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law (SB 960). Special Requirements Federal law and County policy require that certain positions in the classification of Deputy Sheriff I, which require a commercial driver’s license and the performance of duties defined as “safety-sensitive,” are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Physical Requirements Hearing must be normal in each ear. Using both eyes must have a far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses. Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye. These standards are confined to far vision and color vision. There are additional standards that may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above-average strength, endurance, and agility, and must meet California POST-approved safety member physical standards. Testing Information Applicants must complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT)/Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB). The acceptable pass point for the PAT/WSTB is 320. Valid WSTB scores must be on the agency’s letterhead and reflect the date of the test. Scores are valid for one year from the test date. Valid PAT/WSTB scores must be submitted to the recruitment analyst, Elaine Lemi, at View email address on click.appcast.io. In order to be invited to the oral examination, applicants must submit a WSTB score. Failure to submit a valid WSTB score will prevent candidates from moving forward in the recruitment process. Applicants who have not taken the WSTB exam may take the exam with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office. To view upcoming test dates and register, please visit: PELLETB and PAT/WSTB Test Registration at (Pick "PAT/WSTB" from the drop-down menu.) Applicants must upload their PAT/WSTB test score under the “Resume” tab on their application or email their score to the recruitment analyst, Elaine Lemi, at View email address on click.appcast.io. Examination Process Review of applications and a supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Oral Examination, weighted as 100% of the applicant’s final examination score. Background Investigation and Psychological Examination of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs; any felony conviction results in disqualification. Submission of a valid PAT/WSTB score to move forward in the recruitment process. Equal Employment Opportunity Alameda County has a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Careers In Government