County of Orange
Deputy Sheriff I (Lateral Only)
County of Orange, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
DEPUTY SHERIFF I (LATERAL APPLICANTS ONLY)
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. The recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the Department are met. RECRUITMENT/POSITION INFORMATION
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill vacancies in this class until the next recruitment. Incumbents will be periodically rotated through assignments and shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and correctional/court facilities. A Deputy Sheriff I is assigned, under supervision, to guard and supervise prisoners in correctional and court facilities, and other law enforcement duties as required. THE OPPORTUNITY
The Sheriff's Department is the fifth largest sheriff's department in the nation, offering a rewarding career with the opportunity to serve Orange County in diverse assignments including land, air, and sea-based patrol, specialty investigative units, community engagement assignments, and unique collateral duty options. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CURRENT OR FORMER PEACE OFFICERS IN PC 830.1 STATUS THAT HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED PROBATION. POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA P.O.S.T. CERTIFICATE (BASIC, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, SUPERVISORY OR MANAGEMENT). GRADUATED FROM A CALIFORNIA P.O.S.T. CERTIFIED PEACE OFFICER REGULAR BASIC COURSE ACADEMY. MODULAR FORMAT (RESERVE) TRAINING WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. All applicants must scan, upload, and attach their VALID California P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer Regular Basic Course Academy certificate and California P.O.S.T. certificate (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, or Management) to the application. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Some Knowledge of: Criminal law; police patrol procedures; legal requirements for incarceration; custody and control of prisoners in jail and during transportation; operations and maintenance of standard police firearms Ability to: Read, understand, interpret and apply departmental policies, rules, laws and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work. Write clear and comprehensive reports. Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers and events. Establish and maintain effective relationships with others. Skillfully and safely operate police vehicles and standard police firearms. Pass a physical examination for peace officers whose typical duties demand top physical fitness and agility. OPTION I
Have successfully completed the Sheriff-Coroner Department’s basic law enforcement training course at the Department’s Training Academy and have obtained a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Course Certificate. OPTION II
Have successfully graduated from a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified basic law enforcement training academy, to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner, or possess a valid California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Course Waiver. Possess and maintain a valid California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Possession of a valid California Driver License by date of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must maintain periodic firearms qualification. REQUIREMENTS FOR PEACE OFFICER STATUS
Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Be at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. Not have been convicted of a felony, and not be otherwise subject to disqualification under California Government Code Section 1029. Be free from any physical, emotional or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect exercise of peace officer powers, as determined by a licensed examining authority in accordance with California Government Code Section 1031. Have graduated from high school, attained a satisfactory score on a General Education Development (G.E.D.) test or passed a California high school proficiency examination, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university. Pass a background investigation conducted in compliance with California Government Code Section 1031, to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. Environmental Conditions: Incumbents will be working inside a correctional or court facility and will have contact with inmates that may become violent or abusive. Physical Requirements: Applicants must have independent body mobility to stand, stoop, bend, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; climb a ladder, scaffolds, etc.; sit and stand for prolonged periods of time; speak and hear well enough to converse in person; communicate clearly and understandably over the phone and to address large groups of people; and vision sufficient to read a computer screen and oversee large groups of inmates. SELECTION PROCESS
Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications and supplemental information to identify the qualified candidates. Oral Panel Interview: Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel comprised of subject matter experts and civilian personnel. Background Investigation: Will include employment history, personal references, criminal history, credit history, a polygraph examination, medical examination, drug urinalysis test, and a written and oral psychological examination. VETERANS EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses. ELIGIBLE LIST
After all selection procedures have been completed, Sheriff Human Resources will establish an Open Eligible List of qualified candidates. HOW TO APPLY
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" link above. Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site.
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Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. The recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the Department are met. RECRUITMENT/POSITION INFORMATION
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill vacancies in this class until the next recruitment. Incumbents will be periodically rotated through assignments and shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and correctional/court facilities. A Deputy Sheriff I is assigned, under supervision, to guard and supervise prisoners in correctional and court facilities, and other law enforcement duties as required. THE OPPORTUNITY
The Sheriff's Department is the fifth largest sheriff's department in the nation, offering a rewarding career with the opportunity to serve Orange County in diverse assignments including land, air, and sea-based patrol, specialty investigative units, community engagement assignments, and unique collateral duty options. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CURRENT OR FORMER PEACE OFFICERS IN PC 830.1 STATUS THAT HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED PROBATION. POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA P.O.S.T. CERTIFICATE (BASIC, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, SUPERVISORY OR MANAGEMENT). GRADUATED FROM A CALIFORNIA P.O.S.T. CERTIFIED PEACE OFFICER REGULAR BASIC COURSE ACADEMY. MODULAR FORMAT (RESERVE) TRAINING WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. All applicants must scan, upload, and attach their VALID California P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer Regular Basic Course Academy certificate and California P.O.S.T. certificate (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, or Management) to the application. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Some Knowledge of: Criminal law; police patrol procedures; legal requirements for incarceration; custody and control of prisoners in jail and during transportation; operations and maintenance of standard police firearms Ability to: Read, understand, interpret and apply departmental policies, rules, laws and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work. Write clear and comprehensive reports. Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers and events. Establish and maintain effective relationships with others. Skillfully and safely operate police vehicles and standard police firearms. Pass a physical examination for peace officers whose typical duties demand top physical fitness and agility. OPTION I
Have successfully completed the Sheriff-Coroner Department’s basic law enforcement training course at the Department’s Training Academy and have obtained a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Course Certificate. OPTION II
Have successfully graduated from a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified basic law enforcement training academy, to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner, or possess a valid California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Course Waiver. Possess and maintain a valid California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Possession of a valid California Driver License by date of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must maintain periodic firearms qualification. REQUIREMENTS FOR PEACE OFFICER STATUS
Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Be at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. Not have been convicted of a felony, and not be otherwise subject to disqualification under California Government Code Section 1029. Be free from any physical, emotional or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect exercise of peace officer powers, as determined by a licensed examining authority in accordance with California Government Code Section 1031. Have graduated from high school, attained a satisfactory score on a General Education Development (G.E.D.) test or passed a California high school proficiency examination, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university. Pass a background investigation conducted in compliance with California Government Code Section 1031, to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. Environmental Conditions: Incumbents will be working inside a correctional or court facility and will have contact with inmates that may become violent or abusive. Physical Requirements: Applicants must have independent body mobility to stand, stoop, bend, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; climb a ladder, scaffolds, etc.; sit and stand for prolonged periods of time; speak and hear well enough to converse in person; communicate clearly and understandably over the phone and to address large groups of people; and vision sufficient to read a computer screen and oversee large groups of inmates. SELECTION PROCESS
Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications and supplemental information to identify the qualified candidates. Oral Panel Interview: Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel comprised of subject matter experts and civilian personnel. Background Investigation: Will include employment history, personal references, criminal history, credit history, a polygraph examination, medical examination, drug urinalysis test, and a written and oral psychological examination. VETERANS EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses. ELIGIBLE LIST
After all selection procedures have been completed, Sheriff Human Resources will establish an Open Eligible List of qualified candidates. HOW TO APPLY
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" link above. Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site.
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