*** To qualify for Deputy II, you must have graduated from a CA POST academy, passed probationary period at another CA POST law enforcement agency, and applied for and received your Intermediate POST certificate, which must still be current/valid with POST. *** To perform advanced law enforcement, crime prevention, and court security activities; to perform a wide range of corrections activities associated with the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in minimum to maximum security detention facilities: and to perform specialized tasks in any division of the Sheriff-Coroner's Department. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform the full range of law enforcement duties with greater independence of action. Incumbents in this classification generally receive assignments requiring the use of advanced law enforcement methods and techniques such as for investigations, search and rescue, undercover operations, and gang suppression. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a Sheriff's Sergeant or other higher level management classification. Responsibilities may include the technical supervision of Detention Services Officers, Detention Specialists, Deputy Sheriff I's, Trainees and support staff. Typical Duties Patrol County areas to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime. Make criminal investigations, and locate and arrest wanted persons. Serve summonses, attachments and warrants. Issue traffic citations. Investigate accidents and coroner cases. Gather and preserve evidence. Work undercover and on stake-out assignments. Organize and coordinate search and rescue efforts. Administer first aid. Fingerprint and photograph inmates and prisoners. Guard and escort prisoners to and from courts, state institutions and medical facilities. Interview suspects, victims and witnesses. Advise and counsel juveniles and adults. Assist outside agencies with control and maintenance of law and order in volatile situations or natural disasters. Collect, read and analyze criminal data. Supervise the work of subordinate personnel, inmates and trustees. Conduct tours of law enforcement facilities. Prepare presentations for community organizations, student groups and for court appearances. Testify in court. Attend assigned court. Assist with all courtroom procedures. Maintain security and order of the courtroom and the judge's chambers. Summon and seat jurors, attorneys, and witnesses, and direct observers to seating areas. Announce verdicts. Assist in assembling and securing trial evidence. Post courtroom dockets. Set up equipment for courtroom demonstrations. Guard jurors during deliberations, arrange for food, lodging, and personal needs, and escort them to meals and lodging. Detain, search, guard, and transport prisoners. Keep records of prisoner movements and write reports on courtroom incidents. Process the reception, detention and release of adult inmates. Maintain institutional security on a 24 hour basis. Apply Penal code, Health and Safety Code, the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division, and other applicable laws and regulations. Supervise assigned groups of adults engaged in work details and leisure time activities. Apply the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division. Apply the principles of jail operations and tasks of the Detention Specialists. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Knowledge of: Basic criminal and Penal Code sections. Basic laws of arrest, search and seizure. Math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions. Criminal investigation techniques. Interviewing techniques. Report writing procedures and techniques. Applicable laws and court decisions. General procedures and operations of a law enforcement agency. Basic radio and telecommunications systems. Generally used law enforcement weapons and equipment. Corrections and detention laws, procedures and process. Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment. Gather, interpret and compare technical data. Write clearly and concisely using correct grammar to record and report information. Convey and follow oral and written instructions. Retain and recall factual information. Identify problems, determine viable solutions, and adopt effective courses of action. Accurately record information from oral and written sources. Research, read, understand, and apply technical materials. Communicate and deal with the public and other employees under conditions requiring tact, patience and judgement. Keep abreast of department activities. Promote good public relations. Safely use a variety of weapons. Operate patrol vehicles in normal and emergency situations. Apply first aid and CPR. Anticipate and analyze situations quickly and objectively using appropriate caution. Judge and use the required amount of force to resolve incidents. Advise individuals using persuasiveness and reason when they are in various emotional states. Collect, organize and analyze information and take appropriate action. Establish rapport and effective working relationships with others. Organize work in a logical order. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience : One (1) year experience as a full-time paid peace officer in law enforcement equivalent to that of Deputy Sheriff I in the County of Tulare. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Possession of First Aid and CPR Certificates. Possession of a Basic POST Certificate. [ Additional Information [Deputy Sheriff II] Job Code: 015320, Res: 96-0801, Updated: 09/10/96 Supplemental Information Overtime Status: Eligible Probation: Six (6) Months/or Twelve (12) Months BU: 13 Bargaining Unit 13 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: Abenefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurancepremiums (dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This amount is based on your level of participation in the benefit program. Benefit amount paid per pay period (26 pay periods) is as follows: Employee Only: $248.58 Employee + one dependent: $359.96 Family: $545.75 Health Insurance: Benefit questions should be directed to the DSA Benefits Administrator at 1616 W Mineral King, Suite C, Visalia, CA, 93291, (559) 636-1199. The County does not administer this plan. Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday Vacation Accrual: 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is available through the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association. Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. Uniform Allowance: $700 per year. Career Development Pay: Plan available for qualified employees. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site: https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 04, 2024
Full Time
*** To qualify for Deputy II, you must have graduated from a CA POST academy, passed probationary period at another CA POST law enforcement agency, and applied for and received your Intermediate POST certificate, which must still be current/valid with POST. *** To perform advanced law enforcement, crime prevention, and court security activities; to perform a wide range of corrections activities associated with the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in minimum to maximum security detention facilities: and to perform specialized tasks in any division of the Sheriff-Coroner's Department. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform the full range of law enforcement duties with greater independence of action. Incumbents in this classification generally receive assignments requiring the use of advanced law enforcement methods and techniques such as for investigations, search and rescue, undercover operations, and gang suppression. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a Sheriff's Sergeant or other higher level management classification. Responsibilities may include the technical supervision of Detention Services Officers, Detention Specialists, Deputy Sheriff I's, Trainees and support staff. Typical Duties Patrol County areas to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime. Make criminal investigations, and locate and arrest wanted persons. Serve summonses, attachments and warrants. Issue traffic citations. Investigate accidents and coroner cases. Gather and preserve evidence. Work undercover and on stake-out assignments. Organize and coordinate search and rescue efforts. Administer first aid. Fingerprint and photograph inmates and prisoners. Guard and escort prisoners to and from courts, state institutions and medical facilities. Interview suspects, victims and witnesses. Advise and counsel juveniles and adults. Assist outside agencies with control and maintenance of law and order in volatile situations or natural disasters. Collect, read and analyze criminal data. Supervise the work of subordinate personnel, inmates and trustees. Conduct tours of law enforcement facilities. Prepare presentations for community organizations, student groups and for court appearances. Testify in court. Attend assigned court. Assist with all courtroom procedures. Maintain security and order of the courtroom and the judge's chambers. Summon and seat jurors, attorneys, and witnesses, and direct observers to seating areas. Announce verdicts. Assist in assembling and securing trial evidence. Post courtroom dockets. Set up equipment for courtroom demonstrations. Guard jurors during deliberations, arrange for food, lodging, and personal needs, and escort them to meals and lodging. Detain, search, guard, and transport prisoners. Keep records of prisoner movements and write reports on courtroom incidents. Process the reception, detention and release of adult inmates. Maintain institutional security on a 24 hour basis. Apply Penal code, Health and Safety Code, the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division, and other applicable laws and regulations. Supervise assigned groups of adults engaged in work details and leisure time activities. Apply the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division. Apply the principles of jail operations and tasks of the Detention Specialists. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Knowledge of: Basic criminal and Penal Code sections. Basic laws of arrest, search and seizure. Math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions. Criminal investigation techniques. Interviewing techniques. Report writing procedures and techniques. Applicable laws and court decisions. General procedures and operations of a law enforcement agency. Basic radio and telecommunications systems. Generally used law enforcement weapons and equipment. Corrections and detention laws, procedures and process. Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment. Gather, interpret and compare technical data. Write clearly and concisely using correct grammar to record and report information. Convey and follow oral and written instructions. Retain and recall factual information. Identify problems, determine viable solutions, and adopt effective courses of action. Accurately record information from oral and written sources. Research, read, understand, and apply technical materials. Communicate and deal with the public and other employees under conditions requiring tact, patience and judgement. Keep abreast of department activities. Promote good public relations. Safely use a variety of weapons. Operate patrol vehicles in normal and emergency situations. Apply first aid and CPR. Anticipate and analyze situations quickly and objectively using appropriate caution. Judge and use the required amount of force to resolve incidents. Advise individuals using persuasiveness and reason when they are in various emotional states. Collect, organize and analyze information and take appropriate action. Establish rapport and effective working relationships with others. Organize work in a logical order. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience : One (1) year experience as a full-time paid peace officer in law enforcement equivalent to that of Deputy Sheriff I in the County of Tulare. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Possession of First Aid and CPR Certificates. Possession of a Basic POST Certificate. [ Additional Information [Deputy Sheriff II] Job Code: 015320, Res: 96-0801, Updated: 09/10/96 Supplemental Information Overtime Status: Eligible Probation: Six (6) Months/or Twelve (12) Months BU: 13 Bargaining Unit 13 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: Abenefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurancepremiums (dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This amount is based on your level of participation in the benefit program. Benefit amount paid per pay period (26 pay periods) is as follows: Employee Only: $248.58 Employee + one dependent: $359.96 Family: $545.75 Health Insurance: Benefit questions should be directed to the DSA Benefits Administrator at 1616 W Mineral King, Suite C, Visalia, CA, 93291, (559) 636-1199. The County does not administer this plan. Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday Vacation Accrual: 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is available through the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association. Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. Uniform Allowance: $700 per year. Career Development Pay: Plan available for qualified employees. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site: https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
*** Note: To qualify for Deputy I, you must be currently in an intensive CA POST Academy, Module I of an extended CA POST Academy, or hold a current/valid POST Basic certificate from graduating a CA POST Academy. *** To perform basic law enforcement, crime prevention work, and court security activities and to perform a wide range of corrections activities associated with the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in minimum to maximum security detention facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey level classification in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents in this class normally work under close and continuous supervision in correctional and law enforcement tasks and procedures. Based on specific assignment, the incumbents may not perform the full range of duties assigned within the classification. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Immediate supervision is provided by a Sheriff's Sergeant or other higher level management classification. Responsibilities may include the technical supervision of Sheriff's Trainees and Detention Services Officers. Typical Duties Patrol County areas to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime. Make criminal investigations, and locate and arrest wanted persons. Serve summonses, attachments and warrants. Issue traffic citations. Investigate accidents and coroner cases. Gather and preserve evidence. Work undercover and on stake-out assignments. Organize and coordinate search and rescue efforts. Administer first aid. Fingerprint and photograph inmates and prisoners. Guard and escort prisoners to and from courts, state institutions and medical facilities. Interview suspects, victims and witnesses. Advise and counsel juveniles and adults. Assist outside agencies with control and maintenance of law and order in volatile situations or natural disasters. Collect, read and analyze criminal data. Supervise the work of subordinate personnel, inmates and trustees. Conduct tours of law enforcement facilities. Prepare presentations for community organizations, student groups and for court appearances. Testify in court. Attend assigned court. Assist with all courtroom procedures. Maintain security and order of the courtroom and the judge's chambers. Summon and seat jurors, attorneys, and witnesses, and direct observers to seating areas. Announce verdicts. Assist in assembling and securing trial evidence. Post courtroom dockets. Set up equipment for courtroom demonstrations. Guard jurors during deliberations, arrange for food, lodging, and personal needs, and escort them to meals and lodging. Detain, search, guard, and transport prisoners. Keep records of prisoner movements and write reports on courtroom incidents. Process the reception, detention and release of adult inmates. Maintain institutional security on a 24 hour basis. Learn the Penal code, Health and Safety Code, the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division, and other applicable laws and regulations. Supervise assigned groups of adults engaged in work details and leisure time activities. Apply the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division. Learn the principles of jail operations and tasks of the Detention Specialists. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Knowledge of: Basic criminal and Penal Code sections. Basic laws of arrest, search and seizure. Math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions. Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment. Gather, interpret and compare technical data. Write clearly and concisely using correct grammar to record and report information. Communicate with persons of various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Convey and follow oral and written instructions. Retain and recall factual information. Identify problems, determine viable solutions, and adopt effective courses of action. Accurately record information from oral and written sources. Research, read, understand, and apply technical materials. Communicate and deal with the public and other employees under conditions requiring tact, patience and judgment. Keep abreast of department activities. Promote good public relations. Safely use a variety of weapons. Operate patrol vehicles in normal and emergency situations.Apply first aid and CPR. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience : One (1) year of responsible public contact work. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Possession of First Aid and CPR Certificates. Possession of a Certificate of Completion of a Basic POST Certified Academy. Additional Information [Deputy Sheriff I] Job Code: 015310, Res: 96-0801, Updated: 09/10/96 Supplemental Information Overtime Status: Eligible Probation: Twelve (12) Months BU: 13 Bargaining Unit 13 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: Abenefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurancepremiums (dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This amount is based on your level of participation in the benefit program. Benefit amount paid per pay period (26 pay periods) is as follows: Employee Only: $248.58 Employee + one dependent: $359.96 Family: $545.75 Health Insurance: Benefit questions should be directed to the DSA Benefits Administrator at 1616 W Mineral King, Suite C, Visalia, CA, 93291, (559) 636-1199. The County does not administer this plan. Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday Vacation Accrual: 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is available through the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association. Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. Uniform Allowance: $700 per year. Career Development Pay: Plan available for qualified employees. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site: https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 04, 2024
Full Time
*** Note: To qualify for Deputy I, you must be currently in an intensive CA POST Academy, Module I of an extended CA POST Academy, or hold a current/valid POST Basic certificate from graduating a CA POST Academy. *** To perform basic law enforcement, crime prevention work, and court security activities and to perform a wide range of corrections activities associated with the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in minimum to maximum security detention facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey level classification in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents in this class normally work under close and continuous supervision in correctional and law enforcement tasks and procedures. Based on specific assignment, the incumbents may not perform the full range of duties assigned within the classification. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Immediate supervision is provided by a Sheriff's Sergeant or other higher level management classification. Responsibilities may include the technical supervision of Sheriff's Trainees and Detention Services Officers. Typical Duties Patrol County areas to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime. Make criminal investigations, and locate and arrest wanted persons. Serve summonses, attachments and warrants. Issue traffic citations. Investigate accidents and coroner cases. Gather and preserve evidence. Work undercover and on stake-out assignments. Organize and coordinate search and rescue efforts. Administer first aid. Fingerprint and photograph inmates and prisoners. Guard and escort prisoners to and from courts, state institutions and medical facilities. Interview suspects, victims and witnesses. Advise and counsel juveniles and adults. Assist outside agencies with control and maintenance of law and order in volatile situations or natural disasters. Collect, read and analyze criminal data. Supervise the work of subordinate personnel, inmates and trustees. Conduct tours of law enforcement facilities. Prepare presentations for community organizations, student groups and for court appearances. Testify in court. Attend assigned court. Assist with all courtroom procedures. Maintain security and order of the courtroom and the judge's chambers. Summon and seat jurors, attorneys, and witnesses, and direct observers to seating areas. Announce verdicts. Assist in assembling and securing trial evidence. Post courtroom dockets. Set up equipment for courtroom demonstrations. Guard jurors during deliberations, arrange for food, lodging, and personal needs, and escort them to meals and lodging. Detain, search, guard, and transport prisoners. Keep records of prisoner movements and write reports on courtroom incidents. Process the reception, detention and release of adult inmates. Maintain institutional security on a 24 hour basis. Learn the Penal code, Health and Safety Code, the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division, and other applicable laws and regulations. Supervise assigned groups of adults engaged in work details and leisure time activities. Apply the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division. Learn the principles of jail operations and tasks of the Detention Specialists. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Knowledge of: Basic criminal and Penal Code sections. Basic laws of arrest, search and seizure. Math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions. Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment. Gather, interpret and compare technical data. Write clearly and concisely using correct grammar to record and report information. Communicate with persons of various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Convey and follow oral and written instructions. Retain and recall factual information. Identify problems, determine viable solutions, and adopt effective courses of action. Accurately record information from oral and written sources. Research, read, understand, and apply technical materials. Communicate and deal with the public and other employees under conditions requiring tact, patience and judgment. Keep abreast of department activities. Promote good public relations. Safely use a variety of weapons. Operate patrol vehicles in normal and emergency situations.Apply first aid and CPR. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience : One (1) year of responsible public contact work. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Possession of First Aid and CPR Certificates. Possession of a Certificate of Completion of a Basic POST Certified Academy. Additional Information [Deputy Sheriff I] Job Code: 015310, Res: 96-0801, Updated: 09/10/96 Supplemental Information Overtime Status: Eligible Probation: Twelve (12) Months BU: 13 Bargaining Unit 13 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: Abenefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurancepremiums (dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This amount is based on your level of participation in the benefit program. Benefit amount paid per pay period (26 pay periods) is as follows: Employee Only: $248.58 Employee + one dependent: $359.96 Family: $545.75 Health Insurance: Benefit questions should be directed to the DSA Benefits Administrator at 1616 W Mineral King, Suite C, Visalia, CA, 93291, (559) 636-1199. The County does not administer this plan. Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday Vacation Accrual: 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is available through the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association. Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. Uniform Allowance: $700 per year. Career Development Pay: Plan available for qualified employees. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site: https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill Deputy Sheriff I - Academy Certified opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : 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. Hiring Incentive Program: The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office offers a hiring incentive in the amount of $10,000 ($3,000 upon hire, $3,000 after completion of field/on-the job training, $4,000 after completion of 6th year of service). The department will award the cash incentive to any person who is hired for the position of Correctional Officer - Lateral within the timeframes this program is active and so approved by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, a moving stipend reimbursement up to $2,000.00 for any cost directly associated with relocating their primary residence as a result of gaining employment with this office is available. The following incentives may also be available for eligible new hires, subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES 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; apprehends suspects and renders assistance; obtains statements and information. Learns to and conducts investigations of complaint and criminal violations; gathers, maintains, and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Learns to and performs coroner duties including, identification of decedent; identifies and notifies next of kin; routine inspections of bodies involved in traumatic or unexpected deaths as well as the scene of the incidents; maintains and protects property of deceased persons. May supervise inmates in a variety of activities at detention facilities. Services 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. Serves and executes civil process. 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 (CPR) as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a General Education Development certificate (G.E.D.), or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited institution. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : (1) Be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) Pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff’s Department, and; (4) Meet physical standards established for safety members. Licenses : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificates: Possession of a valid POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Applicants who, at the time of application, meet all other requirements and present satisfactory evidence of current Academy enrollment (generally a letter of attendance signed by the Academy Director) will be accepted to the examination process but must complete the Academy training and provide a copy of the POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate prior to appointment. Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. KNOWLEDGE Law enforcement practices, procedures, and resources; laws and ordinances of federal, state, and County general law enforcement; guidelines pertaining to police confidentiality; patrol and investigative practices and techniques; departmental policies and procedures; principles and methods of interviewing and interrogation; sociological concepts and communication skills in dealing with a diverse population; self defense tactics; procedures and laws governing obtaining and preservation of evidence; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; principles of normal and abnormal human behavior; community public and private agency resources; public relations techniques; first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); use and care of firearms; police report writing techniques; basic computer and modern office automation technology and pertinent software programs. ABILITY Understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, and ordinances related to law enforcement; enforce laws and ordinances; evaluate situations and determine appropriate courses of action; be honest and tactful in both pleasant and unpleasant situations; obtain information through interviews, interrogations and observations; record observations clearly and accurately; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue suspects for the safety of themselves and others; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; exercise sound judgment and stay calm at all times including stressful and emergency situations; work effectively with inmates, fellow officers, public officials, general public, and others; apply proper techniques of arrest and restraint; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; perform duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operate emergency response vehicles; operate and care for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment, including firearms, restraints and tactical equipment; operate electronic communications equipment; operate basic computer hardware and software. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs; Lifting -Frequently 5 to 75 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual -Constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological -Constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements -Wear assigned safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; Environmental -Frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in the Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with the employee paying a portion of the premiums. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows : 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a County-paid term life insurance policy with a face value of $40,000. The policy shall include a double indemnity accidental death and dismemberment provision. Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave if the distance traveled is in excess of 300 miles each way. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. P.O.S.T. Pay : Employees in this unit holding an Intermediate POST certificate shall continue to be compensated at 3% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate shall be compensated at 10% base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 15 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff, shall be compensated at 12.5% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 24 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff shall be compensated 15% base salary bi-weekly. Additional Compensation : Employees assigned to the duties of Field or Custody Training Officer (FTO) shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while performing such duties. Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff II assigned to the Sheriff’s Department Detective Bureaus shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to the Bureau. Employees assigned to the Tactical or Explosive Ordinance Teams who are not receiving Detective or Field Training Officer supplements shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to such teams. Employees assigned to Boating Safety shall receive a supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay while performing boating safety duties. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by Human Resources Division shall receive a biweekly supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay. Uniform Allowance : Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum payment of $400 to offset purchase of new uniforms due to the change in Department uniforms. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1100 on or about the payday nearest December 1. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1200 on or about the payday nearest December 1, 2009 and on or about the payday nearest December 1 each year after. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Civil Service Rule 10 - Section 3 - Eligibility for Promotional Examinations To compete in a promotional examination, an employee must: A. Meet the minimum qualifications of the class on or before the final filing date for filing applications. B. Meet one of the following qualifying service requirements: 1. Have permanent status in the Classified Service. 2. Probationary, part-time, or temporary employees who have worked a minimum of 1040 hours in the previous 12 months or previous calendar year. 3. Exempt employees who have worked a minimum of 2,080 continuous and consecutive hours. C. Have a rating of satisfactory or better on the last performance evaluation. D. If a person whose name is on a promotional list is separated (except for layoff) the name shall be removed from the promotional list of the action. Employees who meet the minimum qualifications will go through one of the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a longer period which shall not exceed a total of three years for the date esblished. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; • They are related to the Appointing Authority or • The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill Deputy Sheriff I - Academy Certified opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : 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. Hiring Incentive Program: The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office offers a hiring incentive in the amount of $10,000 ($3,000 upon hire, $3,000 after completion of field/on-the job training, $4,000 after completion of 6th year of service). The department will award the cash incentive to any person who is hired for the position of Correctional Officer - Lateral within the timeframes this program is active and so approved by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, a moving stipend reimbursement up to $2,000.00 for any cost directly associated with relocating their primary residence as a result of gaining employment with this office is available. The following incentives may also be available for eligible new hires, subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES 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; apprehends suspects and renders assistance; obtains statements and information. Learns to and conducts investigations of complaint and criminal violations; gathers, maintains, and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Learns to and performs coroner duties including, identification of decedent; identifies and notifies next of kin; routine inspections of bodies involved in traumatic or unexpected deaths as well as the scene of the incidents; maintains and protects property of deceased persons. May supervise inmates in a variety of activities at detention facilities. Services 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. Serves and executes civil process. 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 (CPR) as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a General Education Development certificate (G.E.D.), or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited institution. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : (1) Be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) Pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff’s Department, and; (4) Meet physical standards established for safety members. Licenses : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificates: Possession of a valid POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Applicants who, at the time of application, meet all other requirements and present satisfactory evidence of current Academy enrollment (generally a letter of attendance signed by the Academy Director) will be accepted to the examination process but must complete the Academy training and provide a copy of the POST Basic Academy Completion Certificate prior to appointment. Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. KNOWLEDGE Law enforcement practices, procedures, and resources; laws and ordinances of federal, state, and County general law enforcement; guidelines pertaining to police confidentiality; patrol and investigative practices and techniques; departmental policies and procedures; principles and methods of interviewing and interrogation; sociological concepts and communication skills in dealing with a diverse population; self defense tactics; procedures and laws governing obtaining and preservation of evidence; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; principles of normal and abnormal human behavior; community public and private agency resources; public relations techniques; first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); use and care of firearms; police report writing techniques; basic computer and modern office automation technology and pertinent software programs. ABILITY Understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, and ordinances related to law enforcement; enforce laws and ordinances; evaluate situations and determine appropriate courses of action; be honest and tactful in both pleasant and unpleasant situations; obtain information through interviews, interrogations and observations; record observations clearly and accurately; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue suspects for the safety of themselves and others; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; exercise sound judgment and stay calm at all times including stressful and emergency situations; work effectively with inmates, fellow officers, public officials, general public, and others; apply proper techniques of arrest and restraint; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; perform duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operate emergency response vehicles; operate and care for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment, including firearms, restraints and tactical equipment; operate electronic communications equipment; operate basic computer hardware and software. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs; Lifting -Frequently 5 to 75 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual -Constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological -Constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements -Wear assigned safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; Environmental -Frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in the Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with the employee paying a portion of the premiums. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows : 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a County-paid term life insurance policy with a face value of $40,000. The policy shall include a double indemnity accidental death and dismemberment provision. Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave if the distance traveled is in excess of 300 miles each way. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. P.O.S.T. Pay : Employees in this unit holding an Intermediate POST certificate shall continue to be compensated at 3% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate shall be compensated at 10% base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 15 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff, shall be compensated at 12.5% of base salary bi-weekly. Employees in this unit holding an Advanced POST certificate and who have completed 24 years of service as a Deputy Sheriff shall be compensated 15% base salary bi-weekly. Additional Compensation : Employees assigned to the duties of Field or Custody Training Officer (FTO) shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while performing such duties. Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff II assigned to the Sheriff’s Department Detective Bureaus shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to the Bureau. Employees assigned to the Tactical or Explosive Ordinance Teams who are not receiving Detective or Field Training Officer supplements shall receive a pay supplement of five percent (5%) of their base salary while assigned to such teams. Employees assigned to Boating Safety shall receive a supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay while performing boating safety duties. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by Human Resources Division shall receive a biweekly supplement of five percent (5%) of their base pay. Uniform Allowance : Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum payment of $400 to offset purchase of new uniforms due to the change in Department uniforms. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1100 on or about the payday nearest December 1. Employees in this unit shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1200 on or about the payday nearest December 1, 2009 and on or about the payday nearest December 1 each year after. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Civil Service Rule 10 - Section 3 - Eligibility for Promotional Examinations To compete in a promotional examination, an employee must: A. Meet the minimum qualifications of the class on or before the final filing date for filing applications. B. Meet one of the following qualifying service requirements: 1. Have permanent status in the Classified Service. 2. Probationary, part-time, or temporary employees who have worked a minimum of 1040 hours in the previous 12 months or previous calendar year. 3. Exempt employees who have worked a minimum of 2,080 continuous and consecutive hours. C. Have a rating of satisfactory or better on the last performance evaluation. D. If a person whose name is on a promotional list is separated (except for layoff) the name shall be removed from the promotional list of the action. Employees who meet the minimum qualifications will go through one of the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a longer period which shall not exceed a total of three years for the date esblished. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; • They are related to the Appointing Authority or • The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
County of El Dorado
Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, California
Description THE EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve. THE OPPORTUNITY Deputy Sheriff's have the opportunity to serve and protect their communities proactively; following the Sheriff's Vision of Total enforcement on crime and criminals, and Total care for victims, witnesses and the community. Deputies are assigned to both the South Lake Tahoe and Placerville offices and may be assigned to specialty units such as Investigations, School Resource Officers, Narcotics Detectives, Psychiatric Emergency Response and Homeless Outreach Teams. Check out our website www.joinEDSO.org for more information! The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Respond to a variety of calls for service throughout El Dorado County, enforcing criminal and civil laws. Investigates juvenile and adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective. Coordinates crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence. Serves as a coordinator or team member in such special projects as drug enforcement, Office of Emergency Services and K9 handler. Provides Coroner/Public Administrator services. For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here . Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified and at which level, using the following recommendations. Deputy Sheriff I : Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of appointment. Ideal candidates have enrolled themself in a California POST Academy. Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six (6) months of appointment. Obtain and maintain firearms qualification. Possession of a valid Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or have proof of passing the general education development test. Deputy Sheriff II : Possession of a valid Driver’s License and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Must maintain Peace Officer eligibility and certification through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Possess and maintain firearms qualification. Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. Be sure to attach any qualifying documentation, which may include California POST Certificates and transcripts. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff’s Personnel Unit at linsonr @edso.org . RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates and at which job class level. Qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Please refer to Sheriff's Policy 1000 - Selection Standards for more information regarding disqualifying events in an applicants background. Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. Do not refer to resumes, cover letters, or other documentation as they will not be reviewed. Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation. For more information on the recruitment process, click here . Based on the Sheriff's Office needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting applicants for Deputy Sheriff I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time and extra help vacancies. This recruitment will remain open until all vacancies are filled. We currently have the following vacancies: Multiple full time vacancy in Patrol Operations, located in both South Lake Tahoe and Placerville, Ca. All candidates will initially be assigned to the Placerville Office to complete Field Training. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento 50 miles from Sacramento Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Farm to Fork Restaurants Local Shopping Gems CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounts on gym memberships For your Financial Future: CalPERSRetirement Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Optional Life Insurance For your Work/Life Balance: Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accruals To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 02, 2024
Full Time
Description THE EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve. THE OPPORTUNITY Deputy Sheriff's have the opportunity to serve and protect their communities proactively; following the Sheriff's Vision of Total enforcement on crime and criminals, and Total care for victims, witnesses and the community. Deputies are assigned to both the South Lake Tahoe and Placerville offices and may be assigned to specialty units such as Investigations, School Resource Officers, Narcotics Detectives, Psychiatric Emergency Response and Homeless Outreach Teams. Check out our website www.joinEDSO.org for more information! The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Respond to a variety of calls for service throughout El Dorado County, enforcing criminal and civil laws. Investigates juvenile and adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective. Coordinates crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence. Serves as a coordinator or team member in such special projects as drug enforcement, Office of Emergency Services and K9 handler. Provides Coroner/Public Administrator services. For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here . Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified and at which level, using the following recommendations. Deputy Sheriff I : Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of appointment. Ideal candidates have enrolled themself in a California POST Academy. Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six (6) months of appointment. Obtain and maintain firearms qualification. Possession of a valid Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or have proof of passing the general education development test. Deputy Sheriff II : Possession of a valid Driver’s License and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Must maintain Peace Officer eligibility and certification through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Possess and maintain firearms qualification. Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. Be sure to attach any qualifying documentation, which may include California POST Certificates and transcripts. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff’s Personnel Unit at linsonr @edso.org . RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates and at which job class level. Qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Please refer to Sheriff's Policy 1000 - Selection Standards for more information regarding disqualifying events in an applicants background. Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. Do not refer to resumes, cover letters, or other documentation as they will not be reviewed. Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation. For more information on the recruitment process, click here . Based on the Sheriff's Office needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting applicants for Deputy Sheriff I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time and extra help vacancies. This recruitment will remain open until all vacancies are filled. We currently have the following vacancies: Multiple full time vacancy in Patrol Operations, located in both South Lake Tahoe and Placerville, Ca. All candidates will initially be assigned to the Placerville Office to complete Field Training. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento 50 miles from Sacramento Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Farm to Fork Restaurants Local Shopping Gems CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounts on gym memberships For your Financial Future: CalPERSRetirement Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Optional Life Insurance For your Work/Life Balance: Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accruals To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to top step 3% salary increase effective 2/22/25 and 2/21/26** The Department of the Sheriff/Coroner is recruiting for Deputy Public Administrator who investigate and administer estates of decedents placed under the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator. Deputy Public Administrator search for and locate heirs and real and personal property and manage the estates of deceased persons with an emphasis on conservation of the estate and safeguarding of property. Duties include searching for and locating heirs, real and personal property, and researching ownership and conducting inventories; supervising business affairs and managing property; collecting income and paying associated expenses; reviewing and verifying claims against estates; arranging liquidation of assets; preparing correspondence and reports; and testifying in court. For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Administrator job description. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Sales Tax Collections performance. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) License: Travel throughout the County is required. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced. Use of a county vehicle and/or mileage reimbursement is available. 2) Physical: Requires occasional physical agility including: walking, standing, bending, squatting and lifting items that may weigh up to 60 pounds; possible exposure to substandard living and storage areas (insects, unpleasant odors, etc. while performing field work); and willingness to be called in crisis situations at irregular hours. 3) Background: Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony and must successfully pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a medical, drug, and fingerprint check, and a polygraph examination; and must be legally eligible to be in custody and control of a firearm as property. 4) Certification/Continuing Education: Certification by the California State Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardians, and Public Conservators (CAPAPGPC) is required within four (4) years of appointment and continuing education courses are required to maintain certification. 5) Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Option A: One (1) year of full-time work experience administering the estates of decedents, gravely disabled, or other incompetent persons in a city, county, or state Public Administrator or Public Guardian office. Experience must include financial management and the investigation of assets in such fields as probate or trust administration. Option B: Three (3) years of experience in a financial, legal, case management, law enforcement or similar setting processing accounting and legal documents used for the financial management of assets, conservatorships, probate or trust administration. Substitution: A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, criminal justice, legal, accounting, or closely related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience listed in Option B. An associate's degree in business or public administration, criminal justice, legal, accounting, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience listed in Option B. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of principles and techniques used in estate and financial investigations and management, including real property, and basic concepts involved in wills, probate, insurance policies, deeds and contracts; strong organizational skills; and the ability to meet required time-frames for managing a complex caseload. Additionally, the following is highly desired: Knowledge of Practices and methods used in estate and financial investigations to determine decedent’s assets; real property management and/or real estate practices. Various types and uses of documents representing assets, liabilities, and techniques to determine decedent’s assets and liabilities. Interviewing and analytical techniques for gathering, interpreting, and evaluating data. Legal language used in documents such as wills, deeds, trusts, and contracts. Accounting principles and techniques, including banking and other financial procedures. Word processing techniques and electronic case management systems. Ability to Recognize and analyze problems, gather relevant information, determine facts, and draw valid conclusions. Communicate and deal effectively and tactfully with persons under emotional stress. Establish and maintain effecting working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Work with changing deadlines and competing priorities. Prepare concise written and oral reports, maintain records, prepare correspondence, and document case management activities in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; read, interpret, and apply forms and reports. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by filing deadline . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and or updated before applying for the position. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted , you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Technical & Inspection Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 21, 2024
Full Time
The Job COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to top step 3% salary increase effective 2/22/25 and 2/21/26** The Department of the Sheriff/Coroner is recruiting for Deputy Public Administrator who investigate and administer estates of decedents placed under the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator. Deputy Public Administrator search for and locate heirs and real and personal property and manage the estates of deceased persons with an emphasis on conservation of the estate and safeguarding of property. Duties include searching for and locating heirs, real and personal property, and researching ownership and conducting inventories; supervising business affairs and managing property; collecting income and paying associated expenses; reviewing and verifying claims against estates; arranging liquidation of assets; preparing correspondence and reports; and testifying in court. For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Administrator job description. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Sales Tax Collections performance. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) License: Travel throughout the County is required. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced. Use of a county vehicle and/or mileage reimbursement is available. 2) Physical: Requires occasional physical agility including: walking, standing, bending, squatting and lifting items that may weigh up to 60 pounds; possible exposure to substandard living and storage areas (insects, unpleasant odors, etc. while performing field work); and willingness to be called in crisis situations at irregular hours. 3) Background: Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony and must successfully pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a medical, drug, and fingerprint check, and a polygraph examination; and must be legally eligible to be in custody and control of a firearm as property. 4) Certification/Continuing Education: Certification by the California State Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardians, and Public Conservators (CAPAPGPC) is required within four (4) years of appointment and continuing education courses are required to maintain certification. 5) Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Option A: One (1) year of full-time work experience administering the estates of decedents, gravely disabled, or other incompetent persons in a city, county, or state Public Administrator or Public Guardian office. Experience must include financial management and the investigation of assets in such fields as probate or trust administration. Option B: Three (3) years of experience in a financial, legal, case management, law enforcement or similar setting processing accounting and legal documents used for the financial management of assets, conservatorships, probate or trust administration. Substitution: A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, criminal justice, legal, accounting, or closely related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience listed in Option B. An associate's degree in business or public administration, criminal justice, legal, accounting, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience listed in Option B. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of principles and techniques used in estate and financial investigations and management, including real property, and basic concepts involved in wills, probate, insurance policies, deeds and contracts; strong organizational skills; and the ability to meet required time-frames for managing a complex caseload. Additionally, the following is highly desired: Knowledge of Practices and methods used in estate and financial investigations to determine decedent’s assets; real property management and/or real estate practices. Various types and uses of documents representing assets, liabilities, and techniques to determine decedent’s assets and liabilities. Interviewing and analytical techniques for gathering, interpreting, and evaluating data. Legal language used in documents such as wills, deeds, trusts, and contracts. Accounting principles and techniques, including banking and other financial procedures. Word processing techniques and electronic case management systems. Ability to Recognize and analyze problems, gather relevant information, determine facts, and draw valid conclusions. Communicate and deal effectively and tactfully with persons under emotional stress. Establish and maintain effecting working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Work with changing deadlines and competing priorities. Prepare concise written and oral reports, maintain records, prepare correspondence, and document case management activities in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; read, interpret, and apply forms and reports. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by filing deadline . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and or updated before applying for the position. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted , you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Technical & Inspection Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of LIvermore
Livermore, California, United States
Description CLICK HERE FOR THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT You must be currently employed, or within the last six months, as a peace officer with a California Police or Sheriff's Department in order to be considered for this lateral recruitment. Scheduled Increases: 5/6/24 4% DEFINITION Under direction, patrols an assigned area to protect life and property, prevent crime, maintain order, and enforce laws, ordinances and constitutional mandates; performs investigative work in detection of crime; performs public service tasks; and other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry level class in the sworn law enforcement series. Persons in this classification work within the framework of established law enforcement procedures and are expected to exercise independent judgment in dealing tactfully with the public in emotional situations and to react effectively in emergency situations. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Direction is provided by a Police Sergeant or a higher sworn management position. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide direction to Police Cadets, Community Service Specialists, Reserve Police Officers, volunteers, temporary employees and other employees, as assigned. Examples of Important and Essential Functions Field Functions Patrols an assigned area of the City by vehicle, foot, or as designated by the supervisor; maintains law and order; responds to emergencies as directed over the radio and telephone; conducts investigations of complaints and crime reports to determine if a crime has been committed; investigates traffic accidents; administers first aid and gives assistance to the injured; makes arrests; serves subpoenas and warrants; guards prisoners; questions suspects; notes and reports unsafe conditions; prepares evidence and appears in court; searches for stolen property and lost persons; provides directions and information to the public regarding laws, ordinances, traffic safety, and available public services and resources; issues citations of traffic violators; analyzes facts, clues, and evidence and makes investigations to determine the identity of law violators and to locate their whereabouts; maintains effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies, employees, and the public; operates radio and other communication equipment; protects life, property, public order, and the constitutional rights of all citizens; and takes notes from verbal communication. Administrative Functions Writes and prepares reports and completes forms at a rapid rate of speed; collects and gathers data and information using electronic and other resources; and uses computers to perform various functions. Job Related and Essential Qualifications Demonstrated Knowledge of : Basic English grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation, and report writing techniques; basic mathematics; effective communication and public speaking techniques; problem solving techniques; effective interpersonal relations; computer operating systems and software applications. Demonstrated Skills to : Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; read, understand, explain, implement, and enforce technical material consisting of laws, policies, regulations, guidelines and orders concerning the protection of life, property, and the maintenance of law, order, and the peace; observe and accurately recall names, faces, numbers, incidents and places; think and act quickly in emergencies; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; use good judgment in making decisions, often under pressure; understand and carry out written and oral directions; speak clearly and concisely; write at a fast rate of speed to prepare accurate and factual written reports; perform basic math computations; safely operate motor vehicles; establish cooperative relationships with co-workers, supervisors, public officials, employees of other agencies; be mentally alert to make observations; relate effectively to the general public; utilize computers and computer software, as required; adhere to the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Code of Ethics. Ability to : Work as a member of a team or autonomously with minimal supervision; learn and apply City and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and orders; and work effectively with the public, co-workers, non-sworn personnel, supervisors, and other local, state and federal government and law enforcement agencies. Experience, Education and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Experience : Experience working in a police program or police department is desirable. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. College courses related to law enforcement are desirable. Training : Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification. License : Possession of a valid California Driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City. Age : Minimum 20 years old. Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work any shift; work holidays, weekends, scheduled and emergency overtime; be available on call, as required; work under potentially hazardous conditions taking all necessary safety precautions; learn and retain a great deal of factual material; attend training classes during work and non-work hours, as required; wear a uniform; comply with department's grooming standards; maintain high moral character and integrity; and demonstrate a high desire for self-improvement. Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: lift, drag, and transport objects/individuals weighing up to 150 pounds; see well enough to drive vehicles, read small print, detect subtle shades of color with no color deficiencies and vision no less than 20/100 uncorrected in either eye and 20/30 corrected in either eye; hear well enough to detect unusual sounds, distinguish voices over background noise; speak and hear well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio, and in person at distances of up to 50 feet; voice volume and speech clarity to command during an emergency; use of hands and fingers to write, operate equipment, drive a vehicle, discharge various weapons, operate a personal computer keyboard; sit and/or stand for long periods of time; other physical requirements as in the P.O.S.T. Medical Screening Manual Additional Information Non-Exempt. CITY OF LIVERMORE BENEFITS SUMMARY Livermore Police Officers Association FLSA Non-Exempt Positions The information contained here is a summary of benefits for Police Officers and Police Sergeants. Click here for a copy of the current Livermore Police Officers Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). For more a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Updated: 1/2024 MOU TERM 5/1/2021 - 4/30/2025 SCHEDULED INCREASES 5/10/21 2.5% increase 5/9/22 3.5% increase 5/8/23 3.5% increase 5/6/24 3.5% increase CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL, DENTAL, & VISION INSURANCES) ER max =$1,950/month towards medical, dental & vision; unused balance paid in cash. BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D) $80,000 EE coverage, ER paid $1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings to $7,000/month max. Cost per month: $29.70; ER pays $29.70 (Amount added to base pay and EE pays deduction) 30 day waiting period (60 if WC) CalPERS New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 3% at 55 formula or 2.7% at 57 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340. Classic CalPERS Safety Member - 3% at 55 Member Rate = 9% EE paid Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit New CalPERS Safety Member - 2.7% at 57 Member Rate = 13.75%EE paid Employee Rate = 45.75%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86) EE paid 1.45% ER paid 1.45% RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 5% of base pay into RHS account, with a mandatory EE pre-tax contribution of 1% of EE base pay. VACATION ACCRUAL Years of Service/Total Accrual Per Year 1-4/102.96 hrs 5-11/137.28 hrs 12-14/171.60 hrs 15-16/188.50 hrs 17+/205.66 hrs Maximum accrual: 315 hours HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAY 7.5% of base hourly pay (paid per pay period) SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL 96.2 hrs/year SICK LEAVE USAGE FAMILY SICK LEAVE - Immediate Family Illness: ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual. PARENTAL LEAVE - Non-birthing parentbecomesa parent by adoption or birth of a child - 44 hrs BEREAVEMENT LEAVE - 3 work shifts max to be used for sister-in-law, brother-in-law, spouse's grandparents. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE 3 work shifts max for immediate family PERSONAL LEAVE 16 hrs per year. PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules and Regulations. Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, CA Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b) 2024 Maximum : Normal = $23,000 Age 50+ = $7,500 Catchup Limits = $46,000 Voluntary EE Participation/ No ER contribution SECTION 125 PLAN No ER contribution 2024 Maximum DependentCare*: Up to $5,000/year;*See IRS Pub #503 Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,200/year Pre-tax Health Care Premiums FSA's for Dependent Care Unreimbursed Medical Expenses Other options offered by plan administrator UNIFORM ALLOWANCE $1,250 per year (equivalent to $48.08 per pay period) (New officers will receive a lump sum payment of $1,250 at time of hire for Uniform Allowance and will not receive the per pay period benefit for the first year.) STANDBY PAY Employees assigned to CID get 2.75 hrs/day assigned and will be provided a take home vehicle for assignment. Specific positions assigned: CIB (1 Sgt, 2 Detectives), Traffic (2 Officers), and Crime Scene (1 Officer). Unused leave paid out at end of calendar year CALL BACK PAY 3 hr min @ OT rate CANINE PAY $800 per month for canine assignment to handle, train, board, and provide care relating to the canine. Officer provided a take home vehicle as part of canine duties. COURT PAY/COURT CANCELLATION PAY Court Pay: 3 hr min @ OT rate 4 hr min @ MOU OT rate for graveyard shift or normal day off Court Cancellation Pay : If court appearance is cancelled within 24 hrs prior to event, 2 hrs @ OT rate. FIELD TRAINING OFFICER (FTO) PAY $140 pay period while assigned as FTO BILINGUAL PAY $80.77/pay period. Must be certified by Chief of Police as meeting court interpreter standards Conversational bilingual pay: $45/pay period TELEPHONE PAY $0.25 hr pay @ OT rate CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE (If authorized) - See Administrative Regulation #36 for details Standard = $40/month LONGEVITY PAY 5-10 yrs. service: 3% 11+ yrs. service: 6% POST CERTIFICATION PAY Police Officers: POST Intermediate:$350/month POST Advanced: $450/month Police Sergeants : POST Intermediate, Advanced & Supervisory Certificates + 60 college credits: $600/month OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF 7K exemption, establishing a 28 day FLSA work cycle. Accrued Comp Time in excess of 200 hours is paid out. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 75% reimbursement for tuition & books For undergraduatestudies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Three (3) sessions per incident per family member.Unlimited telephonic consultations. FLSA WORK PERIOD 28 consecutive calendar day period. Beginning Monday at 6:00 a.m., ending 28 days later on Monday at 5:59 am. PAY PERIODS 26 pay periods per year The benefits listed are for full-time employees. Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits. ER = Employer EE = Employee FT = Full-time PT = Part-time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Description CLICK HERE FOR THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT You must be currently employed, or within the last six months, as a peace officer with a California Police or Sheriff's Department in order to be considered for this lateral recruitment. Scheduled Increases: 5/6/24 4% DEFINITION Under direction, patrols an assigned area to protect life and property, prevent crime, maintain order, and enforce laws, ordinances and constitutional mandates; performs investigative work in detection of crime; performs public service tasks; and other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry level class in the sworn law enforcement series. Persons in this classification work within the framework of established law enforcement procedures and are expected to exercise independent judgment in dealing tactfully with the public in emotional situations and to react effectively in emergency situations. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Direction is provided by a Police Sergeant or a higher sworn management position. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide direction to Police Cadets, Community Service Specialists, Reserve Police Officers, volunteers, temporary employees and other employees, as assigned. Examples of Important and Essential Functions Field Functions Patrols an assigned area of the City by vehicle, foot, or as designated by the supervisor; maintains law and order; responds to emergencies as directed over the radio and telephone; conducts investigations of complaints and crime reports to determine if a crime has been committed; investigates traffic accidents; administers first aid and gives assistance to the injured; makes arrests; serves subpoenas and warrants; guards prisoners; questions suspects; notes and reports unsafe conditions; prepares evidence and appears in court; searches for stolen property and lost persons; provides directions and information to the public regarding laws, ordinances, traffic safety, and available public services and resources; issues citations of traffic violators; analyzes facts, clues, and evidence and makes investigations to determine the identity of law violators and to locate their whereabouts; maintains effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies, employees, and the public; operates radio and other communication equipment; protects life, property, public order, and the constitutional rights of all citizens; and takes notes from verbal communication. Administrative Functions Writes and prepares reports and completes forms at a rapid rate of speed; collects and gathers data and information using electronic and other resources; and uses computers to perform various functions. Job Related and Essential Qualifications Demonstrated Knowledge of : Basic English grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation, and report writing techniques; basic mathematics; effective communication and public speaking techniques; problem solving techniques; effective interpersonal relations; computer operating systems and software applications. Demonstrated Skills to : Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; read, understand, explain, implement, and enforce technical material consisting of laws, policies, regulations, guidelines and orders concerning the protection of life, property, and the maintenance of law, order, and the peace; observe and accurately recall names, faces, numbers, incidents and places; think and act quickly in emergencies; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; use good judgment in making decisions, often under pressure; understand and carry out written and oral directions; speak clearly and concisely; write at a fast rate of speed to prepare accurate and factual written reports; perform basic math computations; safely operate motor vehicles; establish cooperative relationships with co-workers, supervisors, public officials, employees of other agencies; be mentally alert to make observations; relate effectively to the general public; utilize computers and computer software, as required; adhere to the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Code of Ethics. Ability to : Work as a member of a team or autonomously with minimal supervision; learn and apply City and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and orders; and work effectively with the public, co-workers, non-sworn personnel, supervisors, and other local, state and federal government and law enforcement agencies. Experience, Education and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Experience : Experience working in a police program or police department is desirable. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school. College courses related to law enforcement are desirable. Training : Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification. License : Possession of a valid California Driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City. Age : Minimum 20 years old. Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work any shift; work holidays, weekends, scheduled and emergency overtime; be available on call, as required; work under potentially hazardous conditions taking all necessary safety precautions; learn and retain a great deal of factual material; attend training classes during work and non-work hours, as required; wear a uniform; comply with department's grooming standards; maintain high moral character and integrity; and demonstrate a high desire for self-improvement. Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: lift, drag, and transport objects/individuals weighing up to 150 pounds; see well enough to drive vehicles, read small print, detect subtle shades of color with no color deficiencies and vision no less than 20/100 uncorrected in either eye and 20/30 corrected in either eye; hear well enough to detect unusual sounds, distinguish voices over background noise; speak and hear well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio, and in person at distances of up to 50 feet; voice volume and speech clarity to command during an emergency; use of hands and fingers to write, operate equipment, drive a vehicle, discharge various weapons, operate a personal computer keyboard; sit and/or stand for long periods of time; other physical requirements as in the P.O.S.T. Medical Screening Manual Additional Information Non-Exempt. CITY OF LIVERMORE BENEFITS SUMMARY Livermore Police Officers Association FLSA Non-Exempt Positions The information contained here is a summary of benefits for Police Officers and Police Sergeants. Click here for a copy of the current Livermore Police Officers Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). For more a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Updated: 1/2024 MOU TERM 5/1/2021 - 4/30/2025 SCHEDULED INCREASES 5/10/21 2.5% increase 5/9/22 3.5% increase 5/8/23 3.5% increase 5/6/24 3.5% increase CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL, DENTAL, & VISION INSURANCES) ER max =$1,950/month towards medical, dental & vision; unused balance paid in cash. BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D) $80,000 EE coverage, ER paid $1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings to $7,000/month max. Cost per month: $29.70; ER pays $29.70 (Amount added to base pay and EE pays deduction) 30 day waiting period (60 if WC) CalPERS New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 3% at 55 formula or 2.7% at 57 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340. Classic CalPERS Safety Member - 3% at 55 Member Rate = 9% EE paid Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit New CalPERS Safety Member - 2.7% at 57 Member Rate = 13.75%EE paid Employee Rate = 45.75%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86) EE paid 1.45% ER paid 1.45% RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 5% of base pay into RHS account, with a mandatory EE pre-tax contribution of 1% of EE base pay. VACATION ACCRUAL Years of Service/Total Accrual Per Year 1-4/102.96 hrs 5-11/137.28 hrs 12-14/171.60 hrs 15-16/188.50 hrs 17+/205.66 hrs Maximum accrual: 315 hours HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAY 7.5% of base hourly pay (paid per pay period) SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL 96.2 hrs/year SICK LEAVE USAGE FAMILY SICK LEAVE - Immediate Family Illness: ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual. PARENTAL LEAVE - Non-birthing parentbecomesa parent by adoption or birth of a child - 44 hrs BEREAVEMENT LEAVE - 3 work shifts max to be used for sister-in-law, brother-in-law, spouse's grandparents. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE 3 work shifts max for immediate family PERSONAL LEAVE 16 hrs per year. PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules and Regulations. Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, CA Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b) 2024 Maximum : Normal = $23,000 Age 50+ = $7,500 Catchup Limits = $46,000 Voluntary EE Participation/ No ER contribution SECTION 125 PLAN No ER contribution 2024 Maximum DependentCare*: Up to $5,000/year;*See IRS Pub #503 Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,200/year Pre-tax Health Care Premiums FSA's for Dependent Care Unreimbursed Medical Expenses Other options offered by plan administrator UNIFORM ALLOWANCE $1,250 per year (equivalent to $48.08 per pay period) (New officers will receive a lump sum payment of $1,250 at time of hire for Uniform Allowance and will not receive the per pay period benefit for the first year.) STANDBY PAY Employees assigned to CID get 2.75 hrs/day assigned and will be provided a take home vehicle for assignment. Specific positions assigned: CIB (1 Sgt, 2 Detectives), Traffic (2 Officers), and Crime Scene (1 Officer). Unused leave paid out at end of calendar year CALL BACK PAY 3 hr min @ OT rate CANINE PAY $800 per month for canine assignment to handle, train, board, and provide care relating to the canine. Officer provided a take home vehicle as part of canine duties. COURT PAY/COURT CANCELLATION PAY Court Pay: 3 hr min @ OT rate 4 hr min @ MOU OT rate for graveyard shift or normal day off Court Cancellation Pay : If court appearance is cancelled within 24 hrs prior to event, 2 hrs @ OT rate. FIELD TRAINING OFFICER (FTO) PAY $140 pay period while assigned as FTO BILINGUAL PAY $80.77/pay period. Must be certified by Chief of Police as meeting court interpreter standards Conversational bilingual pay: $45/pay period TELEPHONE PAY $0.25 hr pay @ OT rate CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE (If authorized) - See Administrative Regulation #36 for details Standard = $40/month LONGEVITY PAY 5-10 yrs. service: 3% 11+ yrs. service: 6% POST CERTIFICATION PAY Police Officers: POST Intermediate:$350/month POST Advanced: $450/month Police Sergeants : POST Intermediate, Advanced & Supervisory Certificates + 60 college credits: $600/month OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF 7K exemption, establishing a 28 day FLSA work cycle. Accrued Comp Time in excess of 200 hours is paid out. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 75% reimbursement for tuition & books For undergraduatestudies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Three (3) sessions per incident per family member.Unlimited telephonic consultations. FLSA WORK PERIOD 28 consecutive calendar day period. Beginning Monday at 6:00 a.m., ending 28 days later on Monday at 5:59 am. PAY PERIODS 26 pay periods per year The benefits listed are for full-time employees. Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits. ER = Employer EE = Employee FT = Full-time PT = Part-time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill several Correctional Officer opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who will play a critical role in the daily function and operations of the Custody Division. The Correctional Officer-Lateral candidate is a journey level position responsible for following clearly established procedures in receiving prisoners, maintaining discipline and preventing escapes. Typically, a candidate that has completed one of the following California Training Programs can be considered for a Correctional Officer - Lateral position: Adult Corrections Core Course Probation Officer Core Course (must complete STC Transfer Academy upon hire) Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course (must complete STC Transfer Academy upon hire) CDCR Basic Academy Course (must have worked for CDCR within the last year & must complete STC Transfer Academy upon hire) Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Basic Academy Course (must have completed Academy within last 3 years or be actively using cert; must complete ACO Supplemental Core Course upon hire) Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : 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. Hiring Incentive Program: The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office offers a hiring incentive in the amount of $10,000 ($3,000 upon hire, $3,000 after completion of field/on-the job training, $4,000 after completion of 6th year of service). The department will award the cash incentive to any person who is hired for the position of Correctional Officer - Lateral within the timeframes this program is active and so approved by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, a moving stipend reimbursement up to $2,000.00 for any cost directly associated with relocating their primary residence as a result of gaining employment with this office is available. The following incentives may also be available for eligible new hires, subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs general prisoner custody for inmates of County detention facilities; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Employees of this class are considered public officers as described in California Penal Code 831 and responsible for following clearly established procedures in receiving prisoners, maintaining discipline and preventing escapes. Work is initially performed under close supervision, but as experience, knowledge and skill are gained, supervision becomes more general. This class differs from that of sworn officer classes in that an incumbent of this class is not assigned duties within the scope of active law enforcement. The Correctional Officer differs from the Correctional Trainee in that the latter is an entry level trainee class. TYPICAL DUTIES 1. Receives prisoners from law enforcement officers for detention in County jail and honor farm; obtains information from prisoners; receives and records prisoners’ personal property; conducts searches, photographs and fingerprints prisoners and assigns them to cells. 2. Supervises work and personal activities of inmates including eating, bathing, recreation, and other daily activities; supervises prisoner counseling, work rehabilitation and therapy programs; transports low security inmates. 3. Releases prisoners from jail on proper authorization; returns prisoner’s clothing and other personal property. 4. Collects and dispenses prisoner clothing, maintains clothing, linen, and cleaning supplies inventories. 5. Examines packages, letters, and other articles coming into the jail for the prisoners; insures that all items conform to established policy; removes contraband. 6. Provides first responder care and treatment during medical incidents; arranges for advanced medical treatment. 7. Maintains records and reports of prisoner activities and conduct; utilizes data terminals for reporting, keeping records and obtaining information. 8. May lead other workers as assigned. and provide security for personnel providing services 9. May be assigned duties related to Training Officer, Classification Officer, Transportation Coordinator, K9, and Correctional Emergency Response Team. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of a G.E.D. test (scores must meet level established by Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission). Licenses and Certificates : Possession of a valid California Driver's License. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : : (1) Be at least 18 years of age upon appointment; (2) Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code and Section 831 (c) of the California Penal Code; (3) Pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff’s Office; (4) Meet physical standards established for safety members; (5) Must successfully complete a basic training course approved by the California’s Board of State and Community Corrections within the first 12 months of employment. KNOWLEDGE Basic human behavior; deviant behavior; basic mathematics; general computer skills; language use and mechanics; first aid. ABILITY Supervise inmates engaged in a variety of activities; store, issue and account for recreation equipment, clothing, cleaning supplies and other items; understand and interpret rules and regulations; keep records and prepare reports; remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations; follow oral and written instructions; effectively communicate; maintain confidence and emotional control; multi-task: establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; learn to utilize data terminals as required. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs; occasional driving and lifting of individuals, which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility; operation of a computer; Visual-Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking-Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological-Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirements- assignments require working weekends, nights, and/or overtime; Environmental-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave if the distance traveled is in excess of 300 miles each way. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Correctional Officer Supplement : Employees in the classification of Correctional Officer assigned duties of Training Officer, Transportation Coordinator, Classification Officer, Clinic Officer and Correctional Sergeants specially assigned to Training, Discipline, and Classification duties shall receive a supplement of 5%. Supervisor Supplement : Correctional Sergeants shall receive a supplement of 1% of base pay for performing supervisory duties. Correctional Sergeants who have completed ten (10) or more years of service as a Correctional Officer or Correctional Sergeant shall receive an additional supplement of 1% for a total supplement of 2% base pay. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Uniform Allowance : Employees in the classifications of Correctional Officer and Correctional Sergeant shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1,100 on or about the pay day nearest December 1. Effective December 1, 2009, the uniform allowance shall be increased to $1,200. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee . Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill several Correctional Officer opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who will play a critical role in the daily function and operations of the Custody Division. The Correctional Officer-Lateral candidate is a journey level position responsible for following clearly established procedures in receiving prisoners, maintaining discipline and preventing escapes. Typically, a candidate that has completed one of the following California Training Programs can be considered for a Correctional Officer - Lateral position: Adult Corrections Core Course Probation Officer Core Course (must complete STC Transfer Academy upon hire) Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course (must complete STC Transfer Academy upon hire) CDCR Basic Academy Course (must have worked for CDCR within the last year & must complete STC Transfer Academy upon hire) Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Basic Academy Course (must have completed Academy within last 3 years or be actively using cert; must complete ACO Supplemental Core Course upon hire) Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : 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. Hiring Incentive Program: The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office offers a hiring incentive in the amount of $10,000 ($3,000 upon hire, $3,000 after completion of field/on-the job training, $4,000 after completion of 6th year of service). The department will award the cash incentive to any person who is hired for the position of Correctional Officer - Lateral within the timeframes this program is active and so approved by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, a moving stipend reimbursement up to $2,000.00 for any cost directly associated with relocating their primary residence as a result of gaining employment with this office is available. The following incentives may also be available for eligible new hires, subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs general prisoner custody for inmates of County detention facilities; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Employees of this class are considered public officers as described in California Penal Code 831 and responsible for following clearly established procedures in receiving prisoners, maintaining discipline and preventing escapes. Work is initially performed under close supervision, but as experience, knowledge and skill are gained, supervision becomes more general. This class differs from that of sworn officer classes in that an incumbent of this class is not assigned duties within the scope of active law enforcement. The Correctional Officer differs from the Correctional Trainee in that the latter is an entry level trainee class. TYPICAL DUTIES 1. Receives prisoners from law enforcement officers for detention in County jail and honor farm; obtains information from prisoners; receives and records prisoners’ personal property; conducts searches, photographs and fingerprints prisoners and assigns them to cells. 2. Supervises work and personal activities of inmates including eating, bathing, recreation, and other daily activities; supervises prisoner counseling, work rehabilitation and therapy programs; transports low security inmates. 3. Releases prisoners from jail on proper authorization; returns prisoner’s clothing and other personal property. 4. Collects and dispenses prisoner clothing, maintains clothing, linen, and cleaning supplies inventories. 5. Examines packages, letters, and other articles coming into the jail for the prisoners; insures that all items conform to established policy; removes contraband. 6. Provides first responder care and treatment during medical incidents; arranges for advanced medical treatment. 7. Maintains records and reports of prisoner activities and conduct; utilizes data terminals for reporting, keeping records and obtaining information. 8. May lead other workers as assigned. and provide security for personnel providing services 9. May be assigned duties related to Training Officer, Classification Officer, Transportation Coordinator, K9, and Correctional Emergency Response Team. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of a G.E.D. test (scores must meet level established by Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission). Licenses and Certificates : Possession of a valid California Driver's License. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : : (1) Be at least 18 years of age upon appointment; (2) Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code and Section 831 (c) of the California Penal Code; (3) Pass background investigation conducted by Sheriff’s Office; (4) Meet physical standards established for safety members; (5) Must successfully complete a basic training course approved by the California’s Board of State and Community Corrections within the first 12 months of employment. KNOWLEDGE Basic human behavior; deviant behavior; basic mathematics; general computer skills; language use and mechanics; first aid. ABILITY Supervise inmates engaged in a variety of activities; store, issue and account for recreation equipment, clothing, cleaning supplies and other items; understand and interpret rules and regulations; keep records and prepare reports; remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations; follow oral and written instructions; effectively communicate; maintain confidence and emotional control; multi-task: establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; learn to utilize data terminals as required. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs; occasional driving and lifting of individuals, which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility; operation of a computer; Visual-Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking-Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological-Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirements- assignments require working weekends, nights, and/or overtime; Environmental-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave if the distance traveled is in excess of 300 miles each way. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Correctional Officer Supplement : Employees in the classification of Correctional Officer assigned duties of Training Officer, Transportation Coordinator, Classification Officer, Clinic Officer and Correctional Sergeants specially assigned to Training, Discipline, and Classification duties shall receive a supplement of 5%. Supervisor Supplement : Correctional Sergeants shall receive a supplement of 1% of base pay for performing supervisory duties. Correctional Sergeants who have completed ten (10) or more years of service as a Correctional Officer or Correctional Sergeant shall receive an additional supplement of 1% for a total supplement of 2% base pay. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Uniform Allowance : Employees in the classifications of Correctional Officer and Correctional Sergeant shall receive a lump sum uniform allowance of $1,100 on or about the pay day nearest December 1. Effective December 1, 2009, the uniform allowance shall be increased to $1,200. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee . Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous