Deputy Sheriff II

San Joaquin County, CA • Stockton, CA

358d

About The Position

This recruitment is being conducted to fill Deputy Sheriff II opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical.

Requirements

• One year of experience as a Deputy Sheriff I-Academy Certified in San Joaquin County service or graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a General Education Development Certificate, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited institution.
• One year paid experience as a fully sworn peace officer in a California POST Certified Law Enforcement Agency.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.
• Possession of a valid POST Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training.
• Be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff's Department; meet physical standards established for safety members.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of community public and private agency resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Patrols County areas and enforces laws; checks homes, business establishments, schools and other features of the area for crime, suspicious circumstances and hazardous conditions.
• Operates electronic communication equipment and responds to calls to preserve the peace and enforce laws to improve effectiveness and meet community needs.
• Arrests and conducts searches of suspects; renders assistance; obtains statements and information; marks, preserves, and may process evidence.
• Conducts investigations of crime, complaints and criminal violations; conducts coroner's investigations to inquire into and assist in the determination, circumstances, manner, and cause of death; gathers and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects.
• May supervise inmates in a variety of activities at detention facilities.
• Serves as bailiff; maintains security of and order in the court and removes disorderly persons when necessary; provides for security and safety of judges, jury deliberations, jurors, and the public; provides security and transportation of inmates to and from courts and other locations as required.
• Performs coroner duties, including routine inspections of bodies involved in traumatic or unexpected deaths as well as the scene of the incidents; identification of decedent; identifies and notifies next of kin; maintains custody and protects property of deceased persons.
• May act as liaison with federal, state, and local agencies; address public and private groups relative to community service programs such as neighborhood watch; may participate in conferences or seminars.
• Serves and executes civil processes.
• Patrols county waterways in boats; responds to and investigates reports of law violations and accidents; issues citations and makes physical arrest.
• Testifies at hearings and trials.
• Prepares incident, arrest, investigation and related reports.
• Administers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Choice of three health plans with no cost for employee only coverage in Kaiser and Select Plans.
• Dental Insurance: Choice of two dental plans with no cost for employee only coverage.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) with no cost for employee only coverage.
• Life Insurance: Coverage based on years of service, with a County-paid term life insurance policy of $40,000.
• Flexible Benefits Plan: Voluntary program allowing use of pre-tax dollars for health-related expenses.
• Retirement Plan: Covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937.
• Deferred Compensation: Maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code.
• Vacation: Earned vacation increases with years of service.
• Holiday: 14 paid holidays per year.
• Sick Leave: 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation.
• Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member.
• Merit Salary Increase: Eligible for merit increases after serving 52 weeks on each step of the salary range.
• P.O.S.T. Pay: Additional compensation for holding POST certificates.
• Additional Compensation: Pay supplements for specific duties and assignments.
• Bilingual Pay: Supplement for passing a bilingual proficiency examination.
• Uniform Allowance: Lump sum payments for uniform purchases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees