Deputy Sheriff

Responsibilities Under supervision, the Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement duties to protect life, property, and preserve law and order. Duties include patrol, community‑oriented policing, crime prevention, crime investigations, supervision and control of inmates, court services, and specialized activities such as training, burglary prevention, and community liaison. Knowledge Federal, State, and County codes and ordinances relating to law enforcement Modern principles and procedures of law enforcement work Court and evidence procedures Court decisions and legislation affecting law enforcement practices Radio procedures Principles and practices of community‑based policing Public and private community resources and programs Techniques for communicating and working with a variety of individuals from various socio‑economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds Principles of human behavior including people under physical, psychological, and social stress Ability to Read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances and general literature pertaining to law enforcement activities Analyze and interpret legal codes and criminal evidence Recognize criminal activity and identify potential dangers to life and property Adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action, giving due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances of each situation Develop keen powers of observation Use interview and interrogation in order to obtain useful, accurate, and truthful information from victims, witnesses, officers, and other persons Understand and follow written and verbal direction Keep accurate records and prepare clear, concise, and understandable reports Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately Learn the use and care of a variety of weapons, including small firearms Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co‑workers, other agencies, community groups, and the general public Communicate effectively with persons from a variety of socio‑economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds Deal tactfully and courteously with the public Maintain persistence and self‑control State factual information objectively Show compassion and empathy for others Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable GED test. Either: Possession of a State of California POST Basic Certificate. Satisfactory completion of a POST Basic Academy. Current enrollment in a POST Basic Academy. Under Gov. Code §1031(e), only U.S. accredited high school diplomas, GED tests, equivalency tests approved by the State Department of Education, or U.S. accredited college degrees are accepted. Diplomas or degrees from unaccredited or non‑U.S. schools will not be accepted. Applicants qualifying under pattern (1) must submit a copy of the POST Basic Certificate with the application. If a period of three years has elapsed since employment as a full‑time peace officer in California, successful completion of the California Basic Course Equivalency Examination administered by POST will be required before employment. Applicants qualifying under pattern (2) must submit a certificate of completion from a POST Basic Academy with the application. If a period of three years has elapsed since Academy graduation, successful completion of the California Basic Course Equivalency Examination administered by POST will be required before employment. Applicants qualifying under pattern (3) must submit a document showing current Academy enrollment. Satisfactory completion of the Academy will be required before employment. The three‑year time period is computed from the last day of the last applicable full‑time paid law enforcement employment and the date of appointment in this class. General Qualifications Compliance with Government Code: Incumbents appointed to this class shall meet the minimum standards set forth in California Government Code, Section 1031. POST Requirement: Incumbents in this class are required to maintain continued professional training (CPT) in accordance with POST regulations. Criminal History and Background Checks: The county will conduct a criminal history investigation and background check prior to appointment, including fingerprinting, reference checks, credit history, and other relevant checks in compliance with federal and state law. License Requirement: A valid California driver license, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment. Employees may be required to obtain additional endorsements or Class B license for certain assignments. Physical Requirements: Incumbents must meet medical standards prescribed by POST, including the ability to restrain, defend against, or arrest uncooperative or combative persons, drag/lift a 160‑pound person, run, jump, and climb in emergency situations, and achieve a minimum standard in the use of a firearm. Physical Requirements Be able to meet medical standards as prescribed by POST and detailed in the POST Medical Screening Manual. Possess sufficient physical ability to perform the full scope and functions of a Peace Officer per Government Code 1031 (f). Achieve a minimum standard in the use of a firearm. Usual and customary duties shall include all the requirements specified in Government Code Section 1031, including but not limited to the ability to frequently use physical force to restrain, defend against, or arrest uncooperative/combative persons, drag/lift a 160‑pound person, and to be able to run, jump, and climb in emergency situations. Working Conditions Work various shifts to provide 24‑7 coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Work in a detention facility and be in direct contact with inmates. Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement or very hot weather. Be exposed to hazardous situations such as exposure to explosives, physically violent individuals, and contagious pathogens. Wear and maintain a designated Sacramento Sheriff’s Office uniform, including department issued safety equipment such as a duty/gun belt, ballistic vest, respirator, etc. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Equal Opportunity We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io, CA Relay 711. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sacramento County, CA