Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services-Lateral-25575701L

EmployerCounty of San DiegoSalary$63,802.70 - $114,433.80 AnnuallyLocationCounty of San Diego, CAJob TypeRegular - Full timeJob Number25575701LDepartmentSheriffDivisionDetention Oper Area 2Opening Date01/01/2025Closing DateContinuous Description Benefits Questions Job Summary The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications from persons with proven law enforcement experience for the position of Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services-Lateral. Newly hired Lateral Deputy Sheriff Detentions/Court Services are assigned to one of two bureaus: Detentions or Court Services. Assignments are based on the needs of the department and on the applicant's training and experience. Deputy Sheriffs-Detentions/Court Services perform a variety of general law enforcement functions consisting of supervision and control of inmates, court services, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable traits: communicates effectively, knowledge worker, customer-focused, values and respects others, drives to excel, teamwork and collaboration, continuous learning, demonstrates ethical behavior, and supportive of change. The following are additional pay incentives and premiums that are available for those who are eligible: Lateral Incentive Pay up to $20,000. Night Shift Premium/ Shift Differential - 5% with 4 or more hours worked between 5:00 PM - 8:00 AM.Helicopter Pilot - up to 12.5% of base payHelicopter Tactical Flight Officer - 5% of base paySheriff's Rural Enforcement Program Assignment - 10% of base payIn-Service Training Premium - $45 biweeklyBilingual Premium - $32.30 biweeklyDiving Premium - $4.40 per hourHandling of Explosive Device/Substance Premium - up to 10% of base payMotor Officer Premium - 7.5% of base payPrisoner Transportation Premium - 3% of base payDetective Assignment Premium - 5% of base payCorporal Assignment Premium - 5% of base payFire/Life Safety Premium - 5% of base pay MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1. Current enrollment and within five (5) months of graduation from a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy; OR ; 2. Possession of a Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) or Board of Corrections (BOC) certificate awarded upon graduation from the County of San Diego Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services Academy OR ; 3. Successful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy within the past three (3) years and possession of a valid Certificate of Completion. OR ; 4. Successful completion, at any time, of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy, with less than a three (3) year break in service in one of the following Penal Code categories: 830.1 Sheriff's, Marshals, City Police, San Diego Unified Port District Harbor Police, etc.; 832.2(a) California Highway Patrol; 830.2(d) Member of University of California Police Department; 830.2(e) Member of California State University and College Police Department; 830.3l(g) Member of San Francisco BART Police; 830.3l(h)Harbor or Port Police. OR ; 5. Successful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Re-Certification Course, and possess a valid California P.O.S.T. Certificate. OR ; 6. Successful completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Waiver Exam, with documentation from P.O.S.T. OR ; 7. Successful completion of Levels 1, 2, 3; or the four-part reserve format training modules A, B, C, & D for the regular Basic Course within the last three years. Note: For individuals currently enrolled in a POST academy, at the time of application, the applicant must present a letter from the Academy on letterhead, confirming enrollment and graduation date. Eligibility for POST certification must be active for at least one (1) year beyond the date of application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the academy. There will be no waivers of the above requirements. Experience in the United States military service is highly desirable CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Illegal drug use and possession is prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Department employees. IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, APPLICANTS MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: (a) Must be at least 18 years of age. (b) Must possess a U.S. high school diploma or GED certificate; or a degree from an accredited college or university. (c) Must have no felony convictions and must not be on probation; misdemeanors may be disqualifying depending on number, type and recency. (d) Must be a United States citizen or resident alien in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF THE SELECTION INTERVIEW AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PROCESSES: (a) Successful completion of the background investigation and selection interview processes; for additional information, refer to the Evaluation Section below. (b) Vision correctable to at least 20/30; glasses/hard lenses minimum 20/100 uncorrected - No minimum uncorrected visual acuity for soft lenses (subject to California P.O.S.T. requirements). (c) Possession of a valid California class C driver's license prior to appointment. For a complete job description including minimum requirements, physical characteristics, license requirements, and working conditions, click here APPLICATION PROCESS: STEP 1: Complete the online application form providing correct and complete responses to the Supplemental Questions and attach qualifying documentation outlined above. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying. PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must submit copy of P.O.S.T. certificate, P.O.S.T. waiver, re-certification or letter from P.O.S.T. academy with application in order to meet minimum qualifications and be invited to continue to next step in the recruitment process. STEP 2: If you meet the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services-Lateral, you will be invited to schedule yourself for the Qualifications Shoot examination. PLEASE NOTE: Once scheduled, you will NOT receive a reminder to appear to the qualification shoot. Please note the date and time of your exam when you schedule yourself. This is your responsibility. UNSCHEDULED CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE ADMITTED. If you do not meet the minimum qualifications, as determined by the application screening, the Department of Human Resources will notify you via e-mail. If you receive this email, you will not be eligible to take the Qualifications Shoot examination. The evaluation process of this recruitment will consist of a Qualifications Shoot examination or exercise. Applicants must successfully pass this exercise in order to be placed on the 12-month eligibility list for Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services-Lateral. SUMMARY OF THE OVERALL EVALUATION PROCESS: 1. COMPLETION OF ONLINE APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS 2. QUALIFICATION SHOOT EXAMINATION AND PRE-SCREENING ORIENTATION Refer to the description below to obtain more information on the Qualification Shoot Exercise. Candidates who successfully pass the Qualifications Shoot Examination will attend a Pre-Screening Orientation. Candidates may be invited to participate in the background investigation and selection interview processes listed below. 3. COMPREHENSIVE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION which takes a minimum of four to six months to complete. The Background Investigation process will include a Physical Abilities Examination. The Sheriff's Department will communicate the date, time, location, and description of the Physical Abilities exam to the candidate during the background investigation process. 4. COMPUTER VOICE STRESS ANALYSIS EXAM AND EMPLOYMENT INTERVIEW. 5. SELECTION INTERVIEW conducted by Sheriff's sworn management. 6. PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION conducted by a County appointed Psychologist. 7. MEDICAL EXAM conducted by a County Physician. 8. PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT Please Note: Steps 3-8 may be completed out of order SPECIFIC NOTES ON QUALIFICATIONS SHOOT EXAM (LATERAL FIREARMS TESTING): Test Components : 30 total handgun (HG) rounds 26 hits (on target) to pass4 total shotgun (SH) rounds - 3 hits (on target) to pass, then administratively unloading of fourth (chambered) roundScored as Pass/FailTwo attempts permitted Course of Fire: Handgun only 03 yards: (03) rounds STRONG hand point shooting 03 yards: (03) rounds WEAK hand point shooting 05 yards: (03) rounds two hand eye level 05 yards: (03) rounds two hand eye level 07 yards: (06) rounds two hand eye level 10 yards: (06) rounds total. (03) rounds from each side of barricade two hand eye level 15 yards: (06) rounds two hand eye level Shotgun only Patrol ready the shotgun with (04) rounds 15 yards: (03) rounds (on target) Chamber the fourth round Administratively unload the fourth round ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To obtain additional information on the pay steps, benefits, educational incentives, and department provided equipment, refer to the Sheriff's website by clicking here . CONTACT INFORMATION: Sheriff's Recruiting Unit at (858) 974-2000 or via email at Recruit@sdsheriff.org ; or the Department of Human Resources at (619) 236-2191 or via email at ProcessUnitEmail.FGG@sdcounty.ca.gov . Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. The County of San Diego now participates in E-Verify. CLICK HERE (Download PDF reader) for additional information. 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Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans. Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help Click here to see the Sheriff Benefits Summary - SM (SHR-SM) (Download PDF reader) 01 Do you understand that you are required to complete Step 1 by completing and submitting this online application before you appear for the Qualifications Shoot examination for Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services-Lateral? YesNo 02 At the date and time you are completing this online application for Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services-Lateral, are you at least 18 years of age? YesNo 03 Do you possess a United States high school diploma or GED certificate; OR do you possess a two-year or a four-year degree from an accredited United States college or university? YesNo 04 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? YesNo 05 Are you willing to designate California as your principal residence throughout employment as a law enforcement officer? YesNo 06 Do you possess the ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in English in a fluent, clear, and understandable manner? YesNo 07 Do you possess a valid California driver's license, OR, if you currently reside in a state other than California, are you willing and able to obtain a valid California driver's license? YesNo 08 If you currently possess a driver's license, please list the state and license number. If you do not possess any driver's license, please write N/A. 09 Are you willing to work shifts during irregular business hours including evenings, early morning hours, weekends, and holidays? Also, do you understand that all Sheriff sworn positions are assigned to work on a full-time basis? YesNo 10 Are you willing to work overtime hours (defined as an excess of eight hours per day)? YesNo 11 Are you willing to wear a uniform and comply with the grooming and appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the San Diego County Sheriff's Department? Examples of such standards include hair shall be maintained neatly, cleanly and well-groomed; beards are not allowed; mustaches must be trimmed and neat; and jewelry must be minimally observable. YesNo 12 Are you willing to comply with the following employment conditions that are required throughout employment as a law enforcement officer? (a) You are responsible for your own reliable transportation to and from work. (b) You must accept assignments to work at any location within the County of San Diego; and travel within and outside of the County region when completing specific assignments. (c) You must enforce all laws without hesitation. (d) If justifiable by existing laws and departmental policies and procedures, as a law enforcement officer, you fully understand that law enforcement officers must be willing and able to use deadly force, via the use of a hand-gun or other weapon, to protect themselves and/or other persons. YesNo 13 QUALIFYING TRAINING. Have you successfully completed a certified California POST-approved basic , STC, BOC academy OR are you currently enrolled in a California POST-approved academy? YesNo 14 If you answered YES to Question #12, then list the name and location of the academy you attended. 15 Place a check next to the type of current and valid State of California POST, STC, or BOC certificate that you currently possess. BasicIntermediateAdvancedSTC or BOC from County of San Diego Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services AcademySTC or BOC from another agency or academyI do not possess any of these certificates 16 Do you understand that you must submit a copy of your POST certificate, academy certificate, letter in good standing, POST waiver, or POST re-certification along with your application in order to qualify and if we do not receive that documentation your application will be rejected? YesNo 17 Please enter the last four digits of your social security number in the space below. This is used only for applicant identification purposes and will be kept confidential. 18 Where did you hear about this job opportunity? Print AdvertisingIndeedGoogle/YouTubeSocial MediaLinkedInReferral County EmployeeReferral Deputy SheriffReferral Other Law EnforcementRecruiting VehicleCollege / High School PresentationCareer FairMilitary RelatedGym/ DMV TVRadio / TV AdvertisementsCommunity EventSporting EventOther 19 Please tell us where specifically you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below. 20 A valid Proof of Eligibility in good standing issued by Police Officer Standard Training (POST) and ability to carry a firearm are required and must be maintained throughout your employment as a Deputy Sheriff Detentions/Courts with the San Diego Sheriff's Department. Are you willing to accept these terms? YesNo 21 Did you read this job posting in its entirety? YesNo 22 Thank you for your interest in employment with the County of San Diego 23 Were you referred by a County employee to apply for this position? Note: effective September 9, 2022, County employees are eligible to earn cash awards for any candidates they refer to hard to recruit positions that are then hired. YesNo 24 If you responded "Yes" to the above, in the space provided please list the name of the County employee that referred you. * Required QuestionEmployerCounty of San DiegoAddress5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370 San Diego, California, 92123Phone(619) 236-2191 (866) 880-9374Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov