Job Details

Deputy Sheriff

The County of Yuba is actively recruiting to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility list for the position of Deputy Sheriff. Deputy Sheriff's perform a wide variety of patrol officer and related duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace situations, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, report writing, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public and perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol, investigations, crime prevention or other peace officer-related functions.

We are seeking dedicated, public services minded individuals to join our team in this honorable position. The ideal candidate serves as a department representative, upholding department policies and procedures, while fostering a safe working environment and maintaining command presence.

Lateral Hiring Incentives

• Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)
• 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation (@ Hire)
• Reduced Field Training Program
• Reduced Probationary Period
• Relocation Assistance May Be Available
• Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed in a California municipal or state police agency, county sheriff's department or California Highway Patrol, or similar as defined in California Penal Code 830.1 or 830.2

Qualifications

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

Education and Experience

Deputy Sheriff Trainee : MINIMUM : Equivalent to graduation from high school and currently enrolled in a California P.O.S.T. Basic or Modular Academy or enrolled in a California P.O.S.T. Basic or Modular Academy prior to appointment.

Deputy Sheriff : MINIMUM : Equivalent to graduation from high school and possess a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certification. PREFERRED : In addition to the minimum, paid or volunteer law enforcement experience and / or experience as a patrol officer.

Deputy Sheriff Lateral : MINIMUM : In addition to the Deputy Sheriff minimum, at least one year of current, full-time, paid patrol experience in a California municipal or state police agency, county sheriff's department, or California Highway Patrol, or similar as defined in California Penal Code 830.1 or 830.2, which included successful completion of a Patrol Field Training Program and probationary period.

Licenses and Certification

All Levels : The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

Deputy Sheriff Trainee : Must be enrolled in a California P.O.S.T. Basic or Modular Academy by time of appointment (with letter from academy stating anticipated graduation date).

Deputy Sheriff / Deputy Sheriff-Lateral : Possess a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy Certificate. Possess and maintain firearms qualification. Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certifications and maintain annually thereafter. Must successfully complete additional required certified instruction, annually thereafter.

Special Requirements

Positions in this classification are Peace Officers as defined in Section 830.1 of the California Penal Code, and must meet employment guidelines and standards established by the Commission for Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) for peace officers; the provisions of Sections 1029 and 1031 of the California Government Code; including passing a detailed background investigation in a fingerprint check, having no felony convictions, passing a medical and psychological exam, being at least 21 years of age by the time of appointment, being a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States. Work rotational schedule including off-hours, night, weekend and / or holiday shifts. DMV printout prior to hire. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Deputy Sheriff Hiring Range : $6,648 - $7,313 / Monthly

Lateral Deputy Sheriff Hiring Range : $7,313 - $8,643 / Monthly