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Deputy Sheriff's Cadet-Detentions/Court Services-21579701

Deputy Sheriff's Cadet-Detentions/Court Services-21579701

Salary
$45,073.60 Annually
Location
County of San Diego, CA
Job Type
Regular - Full time
Department
Sheriff
Job Number
21579701
Closing
7/1/2021 7:02 AM Pacific
Job Summary

 
Deputy Sheriff Cadet - Detentions/Court Services

Cadets who successfully complete the 16 week academy will be promoted to the Deputy Sheriff-Detention/Court Services classification. The base pay for a Deputy Sheriff-Detention/Court Services is $52,310.70 - $93,814.50 annually. Additional pay incentives and premiums are available for those who are eligible.  
 
Education premium - 5%
 
For additional premium and wage incentives, please contact recruit@sdsheriff.org or visit our website www.joinsdsheriff.net.
 

Are you seeking an exciting and challenging career in law enforcement?  The County of San Diego has immediate vacancies for Deputy Sheriff Cadet - Detentions/Court Services. Apply today for an opportunity to obtain valuable skills necessary towards a rewarding career in law enforcement! For more information about this position view the video below.

PLEASE VIEW THE MANDATORY PRE-APPLICATION VIDEO BELOW.
 
 
The County of San Diego is currently accepting job applications for Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services. Newly hired Cadets attend and successfully complete a comprehensive 16-week training academy, which includes classroom study and examinations in Jail Procedures, Classification of Inmates, Progressive Physical Training (For more information regarding the Physical Agilities Test, please ("CLICK HERE"), Defensive Tactics, Security Maintenance, Supervision of Inmates, Assaultive Behavior, Emergency Procedures, Firearms Training, Courtroom Procedures, Criminal and Civil Proceedings, and related subjects. Upon graduation, Cadets will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services.

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.
 
For a complete job description including minimum requirements and working conditions please click here.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
  1. U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien in the process of becoming a US Citizen is required. (Section 81, San Diego County Administrative Code)
  2. Applicant must be 18 years of age at the time of application.  There is no maximum age limit.
  3. Possession of a U.S. high school diploma or GED certificate; or a degree from an accredited college or university.
  4. Applicants must have no felony convictions and must not be on probation; misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on number, type and recency.
  5. Valid picture I.D. such as military, driver's license, state, or other photo identification issued by a regulatory agency.
     
NOTE: If you are over the age of 20.5, you also have the option to apply for Deputy Sheriff Cadet, Recruitment Number 20574707, for the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. 

WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO APPLY FOR BOTH RECRUITMENTS (DEPUTY SHERIFF CADET AND DEPUTY SHERIFF CADET-DETENTIONS/COURT SERVICES) BASED UPON VACANCIES IN EACH CLASSIFICATION. THE HIRING/TESTING/BACKGROUND PROCESS IS THE SAME FOR BOTH RECRUITMENTS.
 

REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF THE SELECTION INTERVIEW AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PROCESSES

a) Effective oral and written communication skills in English
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 State of California P.O.S.T. requirements)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Complete the on-line application form and provide correct and complete responses to the Supplemental Questions.

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.
 
WRITTEN EXAMINATION PROCESS

If you meet the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services, you will be invited to take the written examination that consists of the California Peace Officers Standards Training (POST) Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery. This is an English comprehension written examination consisting of questions pertaining to vocabulary, spelling, and reading comprehension.  There is a 2-1/2 hour time limit to complete this examination. 

NOTE: If you have recently taken the California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery with any agency, you must wait at least thirty (30) days before you can take this test with the County of San Diego Sheriff's Department. If applicants fail to wait at least 30 days from their last examination date and proceed with taking two tests in a 30 day window period, California POST will invalidate the second test score administration. If your score is invalidated, you will not be placed on the eligible list for the Deputy Sheriff Cadet with the County of San Diego. For additional information on the State of California POST written examination and regulations, please go to www.post.ca.gov
 

EXCEPTION FOR WRITTEN TEST: If you possess POST PELLETB written exam results from another agency AND received a T Score of 42 or higher AND the letter is dated within 6 months prior our test date; you must submit these results via email to ProcessUnitEmail.FGG@sdcounty.ca.gov.

BACKGROUND ORIENTATION AND INVESTIGATION PROCESS

If successful in the written exam process, candidates will be required to complete the following: a comprehensive background investigation, a Computer Voice Stress Analysis Exam, an employment interview with Sheriff's sworn management, a psychological examination, a physical abilities test, a physical assessment, and a complete medical examination.

PLEASE NOTE:  All phases of evaluation for this recruitment may require candidates to appear in person. 

Marijuana use and possession will continue to be prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Department employees based on State and Federal law.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with 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.  
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The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the Live Well San Diego vision:  A region that is Building Better Health, Living Safely and Thriving. Click here for more information www.livewellsd.org.
 



Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers.  The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district.  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.

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PLEASE BE SURE TO ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN A THOROUGH AND COMPLETE MANNER, AS YOUR RESPONSES WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE YOUR OVERALL SCORE. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE INVITED TO A SELECTION INTERVIEW BY THE DEPARTMENT, YOUR RESPONSES TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS MAY BE SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION. DO YOU UNDERSTAND THIS INFORMATION?
  • Yes
  • No
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VERY IMPORTANT****VERY IMPORTANT****VERY IMPORTANT**** Did you view the mandatory pre-application video prior to beginning the supplemental questionnaire? If not, please return to the job announcement and view the mandatory video at this time.
  • Yes
  • No
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The following questions are based on job dimensions established by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) to determine a candidate's suitability as a peace officer.

Do you understand that if you meet the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services you will be subject to a thorough background investigation which includes psychological, truth verification or other examination or test?

  • Yes
  • No
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At the date and time you are completing this online application for Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services, are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
05
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?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Are you currently a citizen of the United States of America; OR are you a resident in the process of becoming a United States citizen?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Are you willing to designate California as your principal residence throughout employment as a law enforcement officer?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you possess the ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in English in a fluent, clear, and understandable manner?
  • Yes
  • No
09
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?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Do you understand that all Sheriff's sworn positions are assigned to work on a full time basis?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Are you willing to work irregular hours including nights and weekends, holidays and overtime as required by the Sheriff?
  • Yes
  • No
12
San Diego County Sheriff's Department grooming and appearance policies require hair to be maintained neatly, cleanly and well-groomed; beards are not allowed; mustaches must be trimmed and neat; and jewelry must be minimally observable. Sheriff's employees are prohibited from having any tattoos upon the neck, face or head. 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?
  • Yes
  • No
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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.
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you ever been CONVICTED for driving under the influence or any driving under the influence related crimes? If the answer is yes, how long ago?
  • Never
  • Within the last twelve (12) months
  • One (1) year, but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) years, but less than three (3) years
  • Three (3) years, but less than four (4) years
  • Four (4) years, but less than five (5) years
  • Five (5) years, but less than six (6) years
  • Six (6) years, but less than seven (7) years
  • Seven (7) years, but less than eight (8) years
  • Eight (8) years, but less than nine (9) years
  • Nine (9) years, but less than ten (10) years
  • Ten (10) years or more
15
How many traffic tickets, not including parking tickets, have you been issued in the last five (5) years?
  • None
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10 or more
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How many at fault traffic collisions have you been involved in as the driver in the last five (5) years?
  • None
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10 or more
17
Are you currently on probation?
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you ever used marijuana? If the answer is yes, how recent was the last usage? NOTE: Past marijuana use is not necessarily an automatic disqualification.
  • Never
  • Within the last 12 months
  • One (1) year, but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) years, but less than three (3) years
  • Three (3) years, but less than four (4) years
  • Four (4) years, but less than five (5) years
  • Five (5) years, but less than six (6) years
  • Six (6) years, but less than seven (7) years
  • Seven (7) years, but less than eight (8) years
  • Eight (8) years, but less than nine (9) years
  • Nine (9) years, but less than ten (10) years
  • Ten (10) years or more
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Have you ever used any illegal drug OTHER THAN marijuana? If the answer is yes, how recent was the last usage? NOTE: Past use of illegal drugs is not necessarily an automatic disqualification.
  • Never
  • Within the last 12 months
  • One (1) year, but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) years, but less than three (3) years
  • Three (3) years, but less than four (4) years
  • Four (4) years, but less than five (5) years
  • Five (5) years, but less than six (6) years
  • Six (6) years, but less than seven (7) years
  • Seven (7) years, but less than eight (8) years
  • Eight (8) years, but less than nine (9) years
  • Nine (9) years, but less than ten (10) years
  • Ten (10) years or more
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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.
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Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
  • San Diego County website
  • Governmentjobs.com
  • Veteran Outreach / FFSC
  • Southern California American Indian Resource Center (SCAIR)
  • Mana de San Diego
  • Family, Neighbors, Friends
  • County Employee Resources Group
  • College/University Career Site
  • County Social Media
  • Radio Advertisement
  • Joinsdsheriff.net
  • Voice and Viewpoint
  • Indeed
  • Google
  • You Tube
  • Other
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If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.
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Did you read this job posting in its entirety?
  • Yes
  • No

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