Deputy Sheriff - Entry (Academy Graduate)
Recruitment #10-512030-01

Approximate Salary:     $61,544.39 - $74,807.76/year
Opening Date:     1/29/2010 8:00:00 AM
Closing Date:     2/11/2010 5:00:00 PM
Contact Information:     Charmie Junn (707) 784-3554
Type of Recruitment:      Open Competitive
Work Locations:     
Fairfield
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THE POSITION

Solano County is accepting applications from graduates of a California Basic Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Law Enforcement Academy who meet the qualifications listed below.   

This is the entry level in the Deputy Sheriff series.  Candidates selected for employment will work with experienced Deputy Sheriffs as part of an overall training program and will assist in patrolling, investigations, interrogation, serving warrants, civil process, making arrests, and transporting and supervision of prisoners enroute to County jail facilities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Attends the P.O.S.T. Academy to receive training in all aspects of full peace officer law enforcement work; receives on-the-job training in departmental rules, regulations, policies and practices; works with an experienced Deputy Sheriff to become familiar with all aspects of the work.
  • Patrols an assigned geographical area in an unincorporated region of the County; observes activities in the area; responds to emergencies and reports of crimes in progress; interviews persons to obtain information or assess service needs; investigates complaints, makes arrests and issues citations; attends briefings to keep updated on activity.
  • Patrols County waterways in a boat; assists boaters/swimmers needing help; investigates suspicious activity to prevent crimes such as illegal drug sales; assists accident victims; searches for missing persons believed to be in the water; maintains an orderly vessel; transports boats on trailers; coordinates activities with other agencies.
  • Researches and maintains records; writes reports; testifies in Court; answers inquiries from attorneys, other officials and the public; may use automated systems, typewriters and microfiche for records research and maintenance and report writing.
  • Investigates crimes; preserves evidence at crime scene and ensures proper claim of custody for evidence; sketches crime scene and may take photographs and fingerprints; controls crowds at crime scene; interviews witnesses and provides assistance to victims; provides safety and security at crime scenes; conducts follow-up investigations to explore leads which may help solve a case; conducts background investigations of applicants for employment involving extensive telephone and personal interviewing.
  • Responds to requests for assistance in jail disturbances; defuses tense and violent situations; transports prisoners to and from jail; using a van, transports prisoners to and from all points in the state; may extradite prisons and may transport prisoners out of state.
  • Serves subpoenas, civil processes and warrants of arrest.
  • Serves as a bailiff in a Municipal or Superior Court; provides safety and security for prisoners and court personnel; coordinates the movement of prisoners within the court building; escorts prisoners from jail to court holding cells; collects papers and ensures proper people are present, charges and bail are correct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level (Academy Graduate); Satisfactory completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy within the last three (3) years.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

Any applicant, who indicates that they have a college degree or have taken any college units, must provide proof, even though the position may not require a degree or college units.

Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.  The results must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment.  Please contact your local college or university to learn where you can obtain this service.

APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR ACADEMY TRANSCRIPT OR P.O.S.T. ACADEMY CERTIFICATE CONFIRMING COMPLETION OF TRAINING WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS OF THE FINAL FILING DATE.

NOTE:  Applications will be accepted from candidates who are registered and have been attending a California Basic P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy for a minimum of four (4) weeks. 
APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A LETTER OF VERIFICATION FROM THE ACADEMY STATING THE START DATE AND SCHEDULED DATE OF COMPLETION.  THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS OF THE FINAL FILING DATE.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license is required.  A valid Class B California drivers license may be required depending upon assignment.
  • Possession of a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate must be obtained within twelve (12) months after completion of the Basic P.O.S.T. Academy.
  • Peace officers must meet minimum standards concerning citizenship, age, character, education and physical/mental condition as set forth in Section 1031 of the California Government Code.
  • Incumbents and candidates applying for positions in this class may be subject to, depending on job assignment, drug and alcohol testing as required under the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.  Testing includes post-accident and pre-employment, as well as random and reasonable suspicion testing as required by law.
  • Independent travel is required.
  • Incumbents must be able to work in a noisy and stressful environment and which may include both near and far vision.
  • Incumbent must be able to work in an environment which may include exposure to communicable disease.
  • Incumbents must be able to perform heavy manual labor associated with law enforcement tasks which may include lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds and which may include working with the full range of body movements involving reaching, bending, grasping and climbing.
  • Incumbents must work outdoors in all types of weather conditions which may include working with hazardous chemicals.
  • Incumbents may be required to work outside normal business hours.
  • Incumbents must be able to work any shift, holidays and weekends, and anywhere in the County.
  • Candidates for some positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation and/or policy.
  • Incumbents of this class have full peace officer powers as delineated in the California Penal Code and must therefore meet training requirements in accordance with Penal Code 832.
  • Incumbents periodically are rotated to new assignments.
  • Positions allocated to this class may require bilingual skills.
  • Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age at the time of application.

BENEFITS

"SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER"

SALARY POLICIES - The starting salary is ordinarily the first rate shown on the front of the announcement.  After satisfactory completion of approximately six months, a 5% salary advancement may be authorized.  Thereafter, further increases are possible upon completion of additional periods of six months, twelve months, and eighteen months, assuming satisfactory service.  Longevity, shift differential, bilingual, call back and stand by pay are provided for some classifications.  Effective December 1, 1998, all new hires are required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program.

HOLIDAYS & VACATIONS – Regular full time employees receive twelve paid holidays per year, and accrue vacation at the rate of ten days per year.  After three years of continuous service employees accrue vacation time at the rate of fifteen days per year and at the rate of twenty days per year after ten years. Senior and Executive management positions start earning vacation at a higher rate.

SICK LEAVE – Regular full time employees accumulate twelve sick leave days per year.

RETIREMENT - The county is a member of the Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS), and benefits are coordinated with Social Security.  The County has reciprocity with all State PERS and County 1937 Act Retirement Systems agencies.  PERS retirement for miscellaneous employees is based on a formula of 2.7% @55 with both employee and employer contributing.  PERS safety retirement is based on a formula of 3.0% @ 50 or 2.0% @ 50 depending on the job classification.  The County reports the employer’s contribution to PERS as salary, thereby increasing employees pay upon retirement.

HEALTH BENEFITS - Employees and their dependents are eligible for vision and dental insurance with 100% of the cost paid by the County of Solano.  The County also participates in a cafeteria medical plan administered by PERS HealthCare (eligibility is dependent upon job classification).

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - An Employee Assistance Program is also available.

OTHER BENEFITS – Employees also may elect to participate in a deferred compensation and the credit union.  All County employees are eligible to purchase auto and/or home owners, renter insurance from Liberty Mutual Insurance.  This is a group policy and therefore receive substantial savings on premiums.  Life insurance is also available for employees only.

SELECTION PROCESS

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates will need to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening test prior to employment.  Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. These provisions are subject to change.

HOW TO APPLY

All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement, (ie. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, DD-214) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet and are due within five (5) days of the final filing date or within five (5) days from application submittal if the recruitment is Open & Continuous or Open until Filled.  Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply.  Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources, (707) 784-6170 open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.  Paper applications may be completed in person during office hours. EOE/AA

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, you must be an applicant for initial County employment, have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.  A COPY OF YOUR DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE, MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITHIN FIVE DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION.  If you have a service connected disability, you must submit a recent award letter from the VA stating you are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.  Disability must be rated at least 10% to be eligible for disabled veteran's points.  Veteran's preference 5 points Disabled Veterans 10 points.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, that is, someone who is able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, contact the Solano County Department of Human Resources at 707.784.6170, for a Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.  This form should be received in the Human Resources Department within 5 days from the final filing date of the recruitment.  A staff member will contact you and advise you how to proceed.

IMPORTANT: If you are a Solano County employee with a disabling condition, and are unable to perform the essential functions of your present position with or without reasonable accommodation, you may be eligible for preferential certification to an alternative position.  Please immediately notify the ADA Analyst @ 784-6170 to initiate review of this option.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

PLEASE NOTE: All persons hired will be required to participate in the direct deposit program.

HIRING PROCEDURES - Depending on the number of qualified applicants received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates must be successful in each part of the examination.  For Civil Service positions, the appointing authority is entitled to certification of the top five candidates by score.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT - Prospective employees will be required to have a Urine Drug Test in accordance with the Solano County Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Solano County employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the California Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Prior to appointment you may be required to pass a medical examination administered by the County Physician.  Candidates are encouraged not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed.

APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be fingerprinted and required to execute an oath of allegiance to the United States and the State of California.  You will also be required to offer proof that you are a lawfully admitted alien or U.S. citizen.

EXAMINATION APPEALS - For Civil Service positions, individuals selecting to appeal their disqualification in any phase of the examination process must submit a written statement to the Director of Human Resources, within five calendar days of the receipt of the action, indicating the action being appealed, their specific basis for the appeal and the relief sought.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD - All new positions are required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period of six to twelve months, depending upon the position.  A probationary period does not apply to "at will" positions.

EXTRA HELP APPOINTMENTS - Appointments may be made from an eligible list for extra help (up to 999 hours/fiscal year, no benefits) positions.

DISASTER WORKERS - In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.



 
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