Los Angeles County
Reserve Deputy Sheriff-Lateral
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION
The voluntary Reserve Deputy Sheriff-Lateral (RDS-Lateral) position receives monetary compensation of $1.00 annually for the performance of their duties.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
January 10, 2025 8:00 A.M. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER:
J9308Q
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Volunteer
( THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION )
FILING TYPE:
Open Continuous
The application filing period will be open continuously but may be suspended at any time without prior notice, and the examination may reopen as the needs of the service require.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department – Reserve Forces Detail is encompassed by community members who volunteer their time and energy to fulfill many roles traditionally handled by full-time Deputy Sheriffs. Our Reserve Deputy Sheriffs undergo the same hiring standards as full-time Deputies and work alongside them in support of every aspect of the Department operations.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES OF A DEPUTY SHERIFF
Testify in court
Make a forcible arrest
Search for and handle evidence/contraband
Use a firearm
Drive a County vehicle
Reserve Deputy Sheriffs in all assignments are responsible for performing the following duties:
Takes action, as deemed appropriate and within the guidelines of the law and departmental policy, in response to any public offense committed to which there is immediate danger to person or property or of the escape of the perpetrator of such offense whether on or off duty.
Performs law enforcement administrative and operational duties such as writing reports, maintaining logs, and other records.
Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures resulting from changes in laws or other legal mandates affecting the functional area of assignment.
Takes responsibility for and maintains all equipment, including weapons, ammunition, and other specialized law enforcement equipment; attends required training; and maintains proficiency in all issued equipment.
Responds to emergent situations such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or other tactical situations to protect lives and prevent criminal acts.
Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings.
Performs collateral duties as assigned.
Performs community-based policing, interacts with community residents, and engages in collaborative problem solving.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
AGE:
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Applicants will be required to submit their documents during the background investigation. LICENSE:
A valid California class C driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Must possess a current, non-expired California class C driver license or above at the time of application. EXPERIENCE: Option I:
A current Level I or Level II reserve peace officer with at least two years of continuous peace officer experience in a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency and must have a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate or Proof of Eligibility (POE) issued by P.O.S.T or a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Reserve Module II academy certificate of completion at the time of application. Option II:
A current full-time or former peace officer with at least two years of continuous peace officer experience in a California P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement agency and must have a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate (not previously expired) at the time of application. Former Peace Officers who qualify under this option must apply within three years from their separation date. Option III:
Completed the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department academy within the last three years. PHYSICAL CLASS: IV - Arduous This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: You are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age, citizenship, license, and experience) is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process.
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Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Applicants will be required to submit their documents during the background investigation. LICENSE:
A valid California class C driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Must possess a current, non-expired California class C driver license or above at the time of application. EXPERIENCE: Option I:
A current Level I or Level II reserve peace officer with at least two years of continuous peace officer experience in a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency and must have a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate or Proof of Eligibility (POE) issued by P.O.S.T or a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Reserve Module II academy certificate of completion at the time of application. Option II:
A current full-time or former peace officer with at least two years of continuous peace officer experience in a California P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement agency and must have a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate (not previously expired) at the time of application. Former Peace Officers who qualify under this option must apply within three years from their separation date. Option III:
Completed the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department academy within the last three years. PHYSICAL CLASS: IV - Arduous This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: You are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age, citizenship, license, and experience) is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process.
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