Deputy Sheriff & Deputy Sheriff Lateral

Job Description:

Deputy Sheriff & Deputy Sheriff Lateral

Description

Description

LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation (@ Hire)

Reduced Field Training Program

Reduced Probationary Period

Relocation Assistance May Be Available

(*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed in a California municipal or state police agency, county sheriff’s department or California Highway Patrol, or similar as defined in California Penal Code § 830.1 or § 830.2)

About The Position:

The County of Yuba is actively recruiting to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility list for the position of Deputy Sheriff. Deputy Sheriff’s perform a wide variety of patrol officer and related duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace situations, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, report writing, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public and perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol, investigations, crime prevention or other peace officer-related functions.

Job Description URL:

https://www.yuba.org/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Organizational%20Se...

Job PDF:

Deputy Sheriff Job Flyer UPDATED 07-2024.pdf

Ideal Candidate

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking dedicated, public services minded individuals to join our team in this honorable position. The ideal candidate serves as a department representative, upholding department policies and procedures, while fostering a safe working environment and maintaining command presence.

Qualifications

Deputy Sheriff Minimum: Graduation from high school and possess a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certification.

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, paid or volunteer law enforcement experience and/or experience as a patrol officer.

Lateral: In addition to the Deputy Sheriff minimum, at least one year of current, full-time, paid patrol experience in a California Municipal or State Police Agency, County Sheriff’s Department, or California Highway Patrol, or similar as defined in California Penal Code §830.1 or §830.2, with successful completion of a probationary period which included completion of a Patrol Field Training Program.

Special Requirements : Must be willing to work off-hours, weekends, holiday shifts and may be called-out in emergency situations. Minimally qualified applicants are required to submit a background packet (Personal History Statement) upon request to the Sheriff’s Department for pre-review. Must meet the State of California requirements for peace officer status (830.1 CA Penal Code) including, passing a detailed background investigation with a fingerprint check, no felony convictions, passing a medical exam and psychological exam. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at time of appointment (pursuant to Government Code Section 1031) and at least 21 years of age. Possess and maintain firearms qualification. DMV printout prior to hire.

The County of Yuba is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and participates in the E-Verify program.

Benefits

DEPUTY SHERIFF HIRING RANGE: $6,291 - $6,921/Monthly

LATERAL DEPUTY SHERIFF HIRING RANGE: $6,921 - $8,179/Monthly

MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please visit link.

RETIREMENT: Miscellaneous Classifications

Classic: 2% @55 New: 2% @ 62

RETIREMENT: Safety Classifications

Classic: 2% @ 50 New: 2.7% @ 57

For more information about CalPERS Pension, please click on this CalPERS Retirement.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program.

MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.

MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves & dependents.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 sessions per incident per policy year.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.

EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION TO DEFERRED COMPENSATION 401(A) PLAN: The County will provide a deferred compensation plan match after the completion of 2 years of service.

UNION AFFILIATION: Deputy Sheriff’s Association (DSA). Employees electing to enroll must see their Union Representative. To learn more visit Labor Relations.

F or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Deputy Sheriff Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Deputy Sheriff's Association (DSA) Benefits Summary .

Special Instructions

Final Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled (Next Applicant Review Date: 01/02/2025)

APPLICATION SCREENING:

An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by final filing deadline. Applications must include supplemental questionnaire (delete if not applicable), copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

TO APPLY:

ON-LINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted on-line through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire (if applicable).

OR

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers; Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:

• Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
• Any College Level Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
• Copies of Related Certifications (P.O.S.T.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:

• Department Interviews

(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 8 - 12 weeks for successful candidates).

PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT: (Peace Officer POST 2-251)

All applicants that successfully complete the examination process and are certified to the employment list, will be notified and must submit a complete Personal History Statement to the Probation/Sheriff Department at the time of interview. A review of the PHS will be conducted for each candidate to determine which candidates best meet the professional standard criteria adopted by the Department.

WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEW:

The Sheriff's Department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(530)749-5637

Contact email:

njanda@co.yuba.ca.us

Closing Date/Time: Until filled

Salary:

$6,291.00-$8,179.00 Monthly