Deputy

Summary

Are you a law enforcement professional with proven experience? Consider joining the County of San Diego Sheriff's Office team!Deputy Sheriff – LateralNewly hired lateral Deputy Sheriffs are assigned to one of three bureaus: Detentions, Court Services, or Law Enforcement Services. Assignments are based on the needs of the Sheriff's Office and on the applicant's training and experience. Deputy Sheriffs perform a variety of general law enforcement functions including patrol, court services, investigations, arrest, apprehension, supervision of inmates, and other duties as assigned.The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment.Additional Pay Incentives and PremiumsRelocation Pay up to $15,000Lateral Incentive Pay up to $20,000Night Shift Premium/Shift Differential – 5% for 4 or more hours worked between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AMSheriff's Rural Enforcement Program Assignment – 10% of base payTraining Officer Premium – $100 biweeklyCorporal Assignment Premium – 5% of base payBilingual Premium – $100 biweeklyBomb/Arson Premium – up to 10% of base payMotor Officer Premium – 7.5% of base payPrisoner Transportation Premium – 3% of base payDetective Assignment Premium – 5% of base payPilot Fire/Life Safety Premium – 5% of base payHelicopter Pilot – up to 12.5% of base payHelicopter Tactical Flight Officer – 7.5% of base payMajor Crimes – 2.5% of base payK9 Premium – 5% of base payMinimum Requirements At The Time Of ApplicationCurrent enrollment in a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy, orSuccessful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy within the past three (3) years and possession of a valid Certificate of Completion, orSuccessful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy at any time with less than a three‑year break in service in one of the following penal code categories: 830.1 Sheriff's, Marshals, City Police, San Diego Unified Port District Harbor Police, etc.; 832.2(a) California Highway Patrol; 830.2(d) Member of University of California Police Department; 830.2(e) Member of California State University and College Police Department; 830.31(g) Member of San Francisco BART Police; 830.31(h) Harbor or Port Police; orSuccessful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Re‑Certification Course and possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Certificate, orSuccessful completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Waiver Exam with documentation from P.O.S.T., orSuccessful completion of Levels 1, 2, 3 or the four‑part reserve format training modules A, B, C, and D for the regular Basic Course within the last three years.For individuals currently enrolled in a POST academy, the applicant must present a letter from the academy on official letterhead confirming enrollment and anticipated graduation date. Eligibility for POST certification must be active for at least one year beyond the date of application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the academy. Experience in United States military service is highly desirable.Additional requirements at the time of application:Must be at least 20.5 years of age at the time of the Firearm Qualifications Shoot Examination and at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.Must possess a U.S. high‑school diploma or GED certificate, or a degree from an accredited college or university.Must have no felony convictions and must not be on probation; misdemeanors may be disqualifying depending on number, type, and recency.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Condition Of EmploymentProspective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening in accordance with the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Medical Screening Manual prior to beginning County employment.Illegal drug use and possession is prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Office employees.Applicants Must Meet The Following Requirements At The Time Of The Selection Interview And Background Investigation ProcessesEffective oral and written communication skills in English.Vision: Correctable to at least 20/30. Applicants using eyeglasses or hard contact lenses must have uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100.Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license prior to appointment.Application ProcessComplete the online application form and provide all required documentation, including a copy of the POST certificate or equivalent.Schedule the Firearm Qualifications Shoot Examination.EvaluationApplicants must successfully pass the Firearm Qualification Shoot Examination to be placed on the 12‑month eligibility list for Deputy Sheriff – Lateral.AccommodationReasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job on a case‑by‑case basis.Firearms Qualification Shoot ExaminationTest Components30 total handgun rounds – 26 hits (on target) to pass4 total shotgun rounds – 3 hits (on target) to passScored as Pass/FailTwo attempts permittedCourse of Fire (Handgun only)03‑Yard Line: 03 rounds dominant/strong hand point shooting03‑Yard Line: 03 rounds support/weak hand point shootingli>05‑Yard Line: 06 rounds two‑hand eye level hold07‑Yard Line: 06 rounds two‑hand eye level hold10‑Yard Line: 06 rounds total (03 rounds from each side of barricade) two‑hand eye level hold10‑Yard Line: 06 rounds two‑hand eye level holdCourse of Fire (Shotgun only)Patrol ready the shotgun with 4 rounds10‑Yard Line: 03 rounds on targetChamber the fourth round but do not fire; safely unload and make the shotgun safeContact InformationDepartment of Human Resources: (619) 236‑2191 or jobs@sdcounty.ca.gov. Sheriff's Recruiting Unit: (858) 974‑2000 or Recruit@sdsheriff.org.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Are you a law enforcement professional with proven experience? Consider joining the County of San Diego Sheriff's Office team!Deputy Sheriff – LateralNewly hired lateral Deputy Sheriffs are assigned to one of three bureaus: Detentions, Court Services, or Law Enforcement Services. Assignments are based on the needs of the Sheriff's Office and on the applicant's training and experience. Deputy Sheriffs perform a variety of general law enforcement functions including patrol, court services, investigations, arrest, apprehension, supervision of inmates, and other duties as assigned.The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment.Additional Pay Incentives and PremiumsRelocation Pay up to $15,000Lateral Incentive Pay up to $20,000Night Shift Premium/Shift Differential – 5% for 4 or more hours worked between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AMSheriff's Rural Enforcement Program Assignment – 10% of base payTraining Officer Premium – $100 biweeklyCorporal Assignment Premium – 5% of base payBilingual Premium – $100 biweeklyBomb/Arson Premium – up to 10% of base payMotor Officer Premium – 7.5% of base payPrisoner Transportation Premium – 3% of base payDetective Assignment Premium – 5% of base payPilot Fire/Life Safety Premium – 5% of base payHelicopter Pilot – up to 12.5% of base payHelicopter Tactical Flight Officer – 7.5% of base payMajor Crimes – 2.5% of base payK9 Premium – 5% of base payMinimum Requirements At The Time Of ApplicationCurrent enrollment in a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy, orSuccessful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy within the past three (3) years and possession of a valid Certificate of Completion, orSuccessful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy at any time with less than a three‑year break in service in one of the following penal code categories: 830.1 Sheriff's, Marshals, City Police, San Diego Unified Port District Harbor Police, etc.; 832.2(a) California Highway Patrol; 830.2(d) Member of University of California Police Department; 830.2(e) Member of California State University and College Police Department; 830.31(g) Member of San Francisco BART Police; 830.31(h) Harbor or Port Police; orSuccessful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Re‑Certification Course and possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Certificate, orSuccessful completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Waiver Exam with documentation from P.O.S.T., orSuccessful completion of Levels 1, 2, 3 or the four‑part reserve format training modules A, B, C, and D for the regular Basic Course within the last three years.For individuals currently enrolled in a POST academy, the applicant must present a letter from the academy on official letterhead confirming enrollment and anticipated graduation date. Eligibility for POST certification must be active for at least one year beyond the date of application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the academy. Experience in United States military service is highly desirable.Additional requirements at the time of application:Must be at least 20.5 years of age at the time of the Firearm Qualifications Shoot Examination and at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.Must possess a U.S. high‑school diploma or GED certificate, or a degree from an accredited college or university.Must have no felony convictions and must not be on probation; misdemeanors may be disqualifying depending on number, type, and recency.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Condition Of EmploymentProspective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening in accordance with the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Medical Screening Manual prior to beginning County employment.Illegal drug use and possession is prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Office employees.Applicants Must Meet The Following Requirements At The Time Of The Selection Interview And Background Investigation ProcessesEffective oral and written communication skills in English.Vision: Correctable to at least 20/30. Applicants using eyeglasses or hard contact lenses must have uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100.Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license prior to appointment.Application ProcessComplete the online application form and provide all required documentation, including a copy of the POST certificate or equivalent.Schedule the Firearm Qualifications Shoot Examination.EvaluationApplicants must successfully pass the Firearm Qualification Shoot Examination to be placed on the 12‑month eligibility list for Deputy Sheriff – Lateral.AccommodationReasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job on a case‑by‑case basis.Firearms Qualification Shoot ExaminationTest Components30 total handgun rounds – 26 hits (on target) to pass4 total shotgun rounds – 3 hits (on target) to passScored as Pass/FailTwo attempts permittedCourse of Fire (Handgun only)03‑Yard Line: 03 rounds dominant/strong hand point shooting03‑Yard Line: 03 rounds support/weak hand point shootingli>05‑Yard Line: 06 rounds two‑hand eye level hold07‑Yard Line: 06 rounds two‑hand eye level hold10‑Yard Line: 06 rounds total (03 rounds from each side of barricade) two‑hand eye level hold10‑Yard Line: 06 rounds two‑hand eye level holdCourse of Fire (Shotgun only)Patrol ready the shotgun with 4 rounds10‑Yard Line: 03 rounds on targetChamber the fourth round but do not fire; safely unload and make the shotgun safeContact InformationDepartment of Human Resources: (619) 236‑2191 or jobs@sdcounty.ca.gov. Sheriff's Recruiting Unit: (858) 974‑2000 or Recruit@sdsheriff.org.#J-18808-Ljbffr