Deputy Sheriff
Position Summary:
To perform a variety of responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work, including patrolling assigned areas, answering calls and complaints, investigating crimes, serving civil papers, and providing court room security; to enforce all federal and state laws and local ordinances related to public safety and welfare.
Essential Functions:
- Performs routine patrol duties, including but not limited to patrolling assigned areas of the County; responding to emergency calls and/or public calls for assistance; investigating disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, vehicle accidents and other crimes; checking buildings for physical security, etc.
- Administers first aid in emergency situations.
- Issues traffic citations.
- Serves warrants, subpoenas and civil documents.
- Apprehends and arrests suspects and violent persons; transports prisoners; seizes property and/or criminal evidence; interrogates suspects, witnesses and complainants; gathers and preserves evidence.
- Assists with County search and rescue operations.
- Prepares various reports on investigations, including arrest and unusual incidents observed.
- Assists with criminal investigations as required.
Requirements:
- Some law enforcement experience is desirable.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate within one year of date of hire.