Deputy Sheriff - Lateral / Academy Grad

Position Overview Under general supervision, perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol assigned area and enforce state and local laws; conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes; and do related work as required. Duties Patrol assigned areas and answer calls for protection or life and property Conduct preliminary investigations, interrogate witnesses, gather evidence and take statements in connection with suspected criminal activities Substantiate findings of fact in court Serve warrants, civil documents and make arrests Conduct Coroner's investigations and prepare reports Investigate accidents Assist and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests Maintain departmental files and records Keep firearms and other equipment in good working condition Prepare detailed reports of all activities Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Must have successfully completed, or successfully complete during the probationary period, a Basic Academy certified by the California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California operator's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Must possess or obtain during the probationary period, valid First Aid and CPR certificates. Knowledge Of Principles and practices of law enforcement. Laws of arrest and rules of evidence. Laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles. Care and operation of small firearms and other law enforcement equipment. First Aid and CPR. Ability To Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory. Secure information from witnesses and suspects. Make independent decisions while working in the field. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Interpret, explain and apply laws and regulations. Write clear and comprehensive reports. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Use and care for firearms and other law enforcement equipment. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public. Meet and maintain standards of physical endurance and agility. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local SAFETY 2.7@ 55 for new PERS Members Long Term Disability Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement Legal and Policy Information In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of San Benito