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County of Yolo lists this Deputy Sheriff opportunity in woodland, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Deputy SheriffThe County of Yolo is recruiting to fill regular, full-time positions in the class of Deputy Sheriff at the Yolo County Sheriffs Office. This assignment will be to patrol an assigned area and enforce State and local laws; to receive and serve civil processes and subpoenas; to supervise inmates in the jail facility; to perform duties as a courtroom bailiff; and to perform other related duties as required.Why should you join the YSCO? Competitive pay incentives are available for prior sworn safety experience with a law enforcement agency, possession of Intermediate POST, Advanced POST, a 2 year degree, a 4 year degree, and a post graduate degree.How to apply: Interested applicants must submit an online County of Yolo Employment application and a completed supplemental questionnaire. Candidates that are currently attending a California P.O.S.T Law Enforcement Training Academy and are near graduation are encouraged to apply! Employment will be contingent upon proof of P.O.S.T Basic Certification after completion of Academy training.Minimum qualifications: Education: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED. Certificate: Possession of a valid POST Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training. In addition to the above, applicants must: 1. Be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment; 2. Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law; 3. Successfully pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Department; 4. Not have been convicted of a felony; and 5. Be in good physical condition and pass a thorough medical and psychological examination prior to employment.Special requirements: Persons employed in this class must be willing to work odd, irregular, and/or rotating shifts, holidays and weekends. In addition, incumbents must continue to maintain department standards for firearms qualification and training as a condition of employment. Each deputy must continue to meet the department standards on firearms qualifications. License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.Ability to: Learn, understand, interpret, and apply departmental policies, and rules and laws and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work; write clear, comprehensive reports and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, and events; learn the use and care of firearms; exercise care in proper driving of a departmental vehicle; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action under emergency conditions.Application and selection process: It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire and a copy of California P.O.S.T Basic certification OR verification of current P.O.S.T Basic Academy enrollment. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. The selection process steps may change with or without notice.Contact information: For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at or by phone at .Equal employment opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.BenefitsThe County of Yolo offers a generous benefits package including:Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceCalPERS RetirementDeferred Compensation PlansFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramVacation, Sick, and Administrative LeaveHolidays & Floating HolidaysDisability PlansSocial Security & MedicareBenefits for County positions are specific to the bargaining unit of the position. Review the job opportunity information to find the bargaining unit code or search the County's Salary Resolution which identifies the bargaining unit for each County classification.Once you've identified the bargaining unit, you can look up the MOU and benefits for a particular position by going to our Benefits by Bargaining Unit summary on the Labor Relations webpage.
Worksite address
woodland, CA, 95776, US
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