San Benito County
DEPUTY SHERIFF

Lateral Only - Open Recruitment

Salary Range (20.1) $4,287 - $5,473/monthly
(includes 5% holiday pay and 5% straight-time overtime pay)

Examination:
The examination is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications. NOTE: An eligible list with the names of successful candidates will be established after each exam cycle. At the discretion of the County of San Benito, names remaining on an eligible list may be merged onto the next established list.

Position:
Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to patrol assigned area and enforce state and local laws; to conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes; and to do related work as required.

Examples of Duties:
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required)

  • Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property

  • Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities

  • Substantiates finding of fact in court

  • Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests

  • Conducts coroner's investigations and prepares reports

  • Investigates accidents

  • Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies with investigations and arrests

  • Maintains departmental files and records

  • Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition

  • Prepares detailed reports of all activities

Employment Standards

Education:
Graduation from high school or GED. AA/AS Degree from accredited college desirable.

Knowledge of:
The principles and practices of law enforcement; laws of arrest and rules of evidence; laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles; the care and operation of small firearms and other law enforcement equipment; first aid and CPR.

Ability to:
Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory; secure information from witnesses and suspects; make independent decisions while working in the field; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; interpret, explain and apply laws and regulations; write clear and comprehensive reports; understand and carry out oral and written directions; use and care for firearms and other law enforcement equipment; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public; meet and maintain standards of physical endurance and agility.

Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate California operator's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles; must have successfully completed, or will successfully complete during the probationary period, a Basic Academy certified by the California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission; must possess, or obtain during the probationary period, valid first aid and CPR certificates.

Selection Process:
All completed application documents will be reviewed. Applications are screened on the basis of overall educational and experience qualifications. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a job-related examination process. This process includes a written examination (pass/fail) for applicants who have not successfully completed a Basis Academy certified by the California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission; all other applicants will be ranked according to education, experience and training. This process may also include a performance/agility test, oral appraisal, polygraph examination, medical examination, fingerprints/background investigation, psychological/psychiatric evaluation, or any combination of the above.

Assignment Opportunities:
Patrol Deputy, School Resource Officer, K-9 Officer, Detective, Deputy Coroner, Contract City Deputy, Range Master, Defensive Tactics Instructor.

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