Deputy Sheriff Recruit - Academy Sponsored (extra-hire)

Position Description

This classification is a civilian extra-hire (temporary) position. Incumbents are expected to be in a training capacity for the length of the academy. Retention in the classification of Sheriff's Recruit is contingent upon acceptance to and ongoing successful participation in the assigned training program/police academy. Successful completion of the program as a Sheriff's Recruit may result in appointment to the classification of Deputy Sheriff I.

Example of Duties

• Learns under academy staff supervision, all aspects of law enforcement work, such as patrol, answering calls for protection of life and property, conducting preliminary investigations, interrogating witnesses, gathering evidence, taking statements, making arrests, investigating accidents, directing traffic, serving warrants and civil papers, booking and guarding prisoners, and jailer and bailiff duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to: Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places; demonstrate an aptitude for law enforcement work; learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations; learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio systems; make independent decisions and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action; write clear and comprehensive reports; understand and carry out oral and written directions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Special Requirements

• AGILITY TEST: You need to be in good physical condition to complete the physical agility test so you should begin to prepare immediately. The Agility Test consists of drag 165 lb. dummy 30 feet in 15 seconds, scale a 6 foot wall in 12 seconds, run 500 yards in 1 minute, 45 seconds.
• WRITTEN EXAMINATION: You will be required to pass a 2 hour multiple choice written exam and obtain a passing T-Score. We will accept a valid T-Score from another P.O.S.T. agency as long as it dated within 12 months of application.
• ORAL INTERVIEW: Upon successful completion of the Physical Agility, applicants will be scheduled for an oral board interview which will evaluate such job related factors as motivation, interpersonal skills, problem solving ability, use of sound judgment and oral communication skills. This interview is usually scheduled within two – three weeks of the written and physical agility test dates.

Background Requirements

• A polygraph examination and thorough background investigation. The County Medical Consultants shall conduct the psychological testing and medical exam utilizing specification of the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.

Benefits

• Professional Time Off: 80 hours annually, prorated to 40 hours if hired after July 1st.
• Vacation Days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 – 10 complete years = 120 hours per year. 10 years+ = 160 per year.
• Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year.
• Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%.
• Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling.
• Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted. Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step.
• Longevity Incentives: @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005), 6 years, 10 years, 15 years, 20 years, 25 years.
• Bi-Lingual pay: $50 per month for specific approved job classifications.
• Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement – Max contribution of $2,500 annually
• Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account – Max contribution of $5,000 annually
• Section 125 Plan: Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site.
• AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Universal Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance

Legal Shield

• Calpers Retirement Information
• CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62
• Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS.
• Safety: CalPERS: for Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant and Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III. CLASSIC MEMBERS: 3% at 50 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2.7% at 57
• Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457(b) Government plan. Employees can contribute to this deferred compensation plan (Pre-Tax). The County currently utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month.