About the Opportunity
THE POSITION The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department is recruiting to fill positions for Deputy Sheriff Trainee (Operations). Trainees will be required to pass an extensive background investigation and successfully complete a POST Certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy. The Deputy Sheriff Trainee
(Operations) will attend the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified basic law enforcement academy. This individual will perform routine law enforcement and crime prevention duties. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, Deputy Sheriff Trainee's are classified as extra-help / part-time employees, working 40 hours per week until training is completed. Upon successful completion of the Basic POST academy and an intense background investigation, the trainee will be eligible for transition into a full-time, classified position as a Deputy Sheriff-Coroner. and callback assignments. Performs related duties as assigned.
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Trainees are expected to attend class regularly, maintain an acceptable grade point average, display class leadership, and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the rules, regulations, policies and general orders of the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department. Trainees will also perform other general non-law enforcement duties as assigned by the Department.
Deputy Sheriff Trainees selected will be required to attend the Basic POST Academy at the Stanislaus County Regional Training Center. Stanislaus County will pay for the cost of the Basic POST Academy. At the completion of the academy and successful graduation, trainees may be eligible to promote into a full-time position with the department as a Deputy Sheriff. The County furnishes the trainee a service pistol, holster, gun belt, handcuffs, handcuff case, and academy uniforms.
Deputy Sheriff Trainees may also be considered for the Adult Detention core academy. The completion of the academy and successful graduation, trainees may be eligible to promote into a full-time position with the department as a Deputy Sheriff Custodial. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments. Position performs related duties as assigned. Part-time County employees are automatically enrolled into the 401a program.
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at
http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management".
Typical Tasks
While attending the Basic POST Academy the Deputy Sheriff Trainee will complete State mandated training requirements learning to fulfill the duties of a Deputy Sheriff Trainee, which includes the following typical tasks:
- Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property;
- Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summonses, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution;
- Collect fees due the County and serve warrants and make arrests;
- Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property;
- Investigate accidents and administer first aid;
- Receive and answer complaints;
- Prepare reports and keep routine records;
- Assist in the investigation of violations and/or offenses committed by or against juveniles;
- Interrogate persons suspected of crimes and prepare evidence for court presentation;
- Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer, transport prisoners, work in a custodial facility or in the courts; and
- Perform identification and photographic work, and administrative or special assignments.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)
KNOWLEDGE - Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; and
- Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.
SKILLS/ABILITIES - Secure information from witnesses and suspects;
- Read and understand policies, instructions, laws and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement activities;
- Write clear and comprehensive reports;
- Demonstrate physical endurance, agility and strength;
- Understand written and oral instructions;
- Make independent decisions;
- Work with and control sensitive, confidential information; and
- Operate a motor vehicle.
We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test; AND
- Physical/manipulative abilities required by the department; AND
- Mental/cognitive abilities required by the department; AND
- Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment; AND
- Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License; AND
- Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.
NOTE: No felony convictions. Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Ability to read or see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity to permit their recording or accurate description, i.e., persons, vehicles, license numbers, addresses, street signs, items of property, written messages, printed material, etc.;
- Ability to hear normal speech and other audible events, even in combination with other environmental noise, i.e., gunshots, cries for help, glass breaking, alarm bells ringing, tires squealing, etc.;
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time;
- Walk, run, jump, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, stoop, squat, crawl, and climb;
- Carry the average weight of a person (approximately 165 pounds);
- Take physical charge of a person who may resist arrest;
- Work indoors and outdoors, including extreme heat and cold;
- Tolerate extreme noise and vibrations; and
- Work in a confined working space.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS - Pass County-paid pre-employment drug screening *if applicable* and job -related background investigation.
- Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, supervisors, and members of diverse cultural origin, ancestry, political affiliations, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age (over 40), pregnancy related condition, medical condition (cancer related). Physical (including AIDS) or mental disability.
- Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
- Meet minimum standards required for peace officers as set forth in Government Code 1031.
- Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2. Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.
LICENSE - Applicants must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and remain free from repeated preventable accidents.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSIn addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.
- Prior military experience with honorable discharge; OR
- T-Score of 55 or above.
Application and Selection Procedures
APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.
EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.
- Application Review and Screening: Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
- Physical Agility: A timed physical agility exam will be administered. The physical agility exam may include, but is not limited to, the following events: 500 yard run, 165 pound body drag, 99 yard agility obstacle course, six foot fence climb and six foot wall climb.
- Written Examination: A timed written examination using the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). The exam will contain sections in Spelling; Vocabulary, Clarity, Reading Comprehension and CLOZE.
- Oral Examination: An oral examination will be administered during this recruitment. The oral panel consists of at least three panel members from the Sheriff's Department, community and/or local law enforcement. A minimum score of 70% must be obtained in order to continue in the process.
- Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. As part of the selection process, candidates will be expected to pass a(n):
- In-depth background investigation including completion and review of a Personal History Statement;
- Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA) or polygraph examination;
- Psychological examination; and
- Medical examination.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.Apply by Date:
February 29, 2024 by 5 p.m. Physical Examination:
March 12, 2024Written Examination:
March 12, 2024Oral Examination:
TBD Application Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.Apply by Date:
March 27, 2024, by 5 p.m. Physical Examination:
April 16, 2024 Written Examination:
April 16, 2024Oral Examination:
TBD Application Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.Apply by Date:
April 24, 2024, by 5 p.m. Physical Examination:
May 14, 2024 Written Examination:
May 14, 2024Oral Examination:
TBD Application Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.Apply by Date:
May 29, 2024, by 5 p.m. Physical Examination:
June 13, 2024Written Examination:
June 13, 2024Oral Examination:
TBD Application Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.Apply by Date:
July 3, 2024, by 5 p.m. Physical Examination:
July 16 2024Written Examination
July 16, 2024Oral Examination:
TBDApplication Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.Apply by Date:
July 31, 2024 by 5 p.m. Physical Examination:
August 14, 2024Written Examination:
August 14, 2024Oral Examination:
TBD Application Deadline:
Continuous but may close at any time.
Apply by Date:
August 26, 2024 by 5 p.m.
Physical Examination:
September 10, 2024
Written Examination:
September 10, 2024
Oral Examination:
TBD The Sheriff's Department will administer the POST Entrance Exam, which will include a written and physical agility test. Candidates must obtain a minimum T-Score of 45 on the entrance exam (written test);
OR Applicant must have successfully passed the POST Academy entrance exam with a minimum T-Score of 45 within the last 12 months.
Candidates must be available at any time on the dates above in order to continue in the recruitment process. There will be no exceptions or the rescheduling of dates for any reason. If you meet the requirements stated herein, you may compete in the selection process.
Unsatisfactory results in any aspect of the foregoing, including background investigation findings, may result in removal from the eligible list and termination from the trainee status.
GENERAL INFORMATIONFinal appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.
Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.
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Closing Date/Time: Continuous
