Deputy Sheriff – Lateral / Academy Grad

Hollister, CA
San Benito County Sheriff

Salary: $84,455.28 – $112,847.28 Annually

Position Summary:

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.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection or 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 in investigations and arrests
  • Maintains departmental files and records
  • Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition
  • Prepares detailed reports of all activities
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Must have successfully completed, or successfully complete during the probationary period, a Basic Academy certified by the California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
  • Possession of an appropriate California operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Must possess or obtain during the probationary period, valid First Aid and CPR certificates.