Sheriff's Deputy Trainee

County of Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, to attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Academy to receive instruction designed to qualify trainees for the class of Sheriff's Deputy; and in a non-sworn capacity to perform other duties as required. This is a trainee-level class, and incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Law Enforcement Recruit Academy and receive the recommendation of the Sheriff and promote to Sheriff’s Deputy or be terminated from the position.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or passing of the G.E.D. test indicating high school graduation level.
• Possession of a valid California Driver License at time of appointment.
• At least 20 years old at the time of application and 21 years old at the time of appointment.
• Excellent physical condition with the ability to pass a comprehensive medical examination based on County of Santa Barbara medical standards, and the ability to pass a job-related comprehensive P.O.S.T. endorsed physical agility examination.
• Must meet minimum peace officer standards as specified in California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031 including but not limited to: no prior felony convictions (unless fully pardoned), good moral character as determined by thorough background check, submission of fingerprints for purpose of a criminal record check, and found to be free from any physical, emotional or mental condition including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, gender identity and gender expression, ancestry, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
• Ability to observe, learn, read and understand various laws, policies, rules, police procedures, law enforcement techniques and first aid.
• Ability to analyze situations, and or problems and have the potential to rationally and calmly take quick, effective action in emergency and stress situations.
• Ability to undergo strenuous physical conditioning as required to successfully complete a Law Enforcement Recruit Academy.
• Appointee must satisfactorily complete a probationary period.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

Nice To Haves

• A reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
• Integrity, good moral character
• Initiative, drive, and self-motivation
• Strong team approach
• Dependability
• Good judgment under pressure
• Effective communication skills

Responsibilities

• Attends the Basic Peace Officers Academy for instruction on law enforcement procedures combined with rigorous physical fitness training.
• Studies topics such as the care and use of firearms, weaponless defense, first aid, laws of arrest and evidence, law enforcement techniques and procedures.
• Maintains at least the minimum level of proficiency in all areas of training.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
• Sick Leave: 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
• Paid Holidays: 13 days per year
• Education Incentive Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance for $825 per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED