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Deputy Sheriff-Lateral-21574601L

Salary
$66,543.10 - $110,455.80 Annually
Location
County of San Diego, CA
Job Type
Regular - Full time
Department
Sheriff
Job Number
21574601L
Closing
Continuous
Job Summary

 

The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications from persons with proven law enforcement experience for the position of Deputy Sheriff-Lateral. 
  

Lateral Deputy Sheriffs are assigned to one of three bureaus: Detentions, Court Services or Law Enforcement Services. Assignments are based on the needs of the department and on the applicant's training and experience. 

Deputy Sheriffs perform a variety of general law enforcement functions consisting of patrol, court services, investigations, arrest, apprehension, supervision of inmates; 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:

New Hire Lateral Incentive pay - $1000 for each full year of external experience up to $5000
Helicopter Pilot - up to 12.5% of base pay
Helicopter Tactical Flight Officer - 5% of base pay
Sheriff's Rural Enforcement Program Assignment- 10% of base pay
In-Service Training Premium - $45 biweekly
Bilingual Premium - $32.30 biweekly
Diving Premium - $4.40 per hour 
Handling of Explosive Device/Substance Premium - up to 10% of base pay
Motor Officer Premium - 7.5% of base pay
Prisoner Transportation Premium - 3% of base pay
Detective Assignment Premium - 5% of base pay
Corporal Assignment Premium - 5% of base pay
Fire/Life Safety Premium - 5% of base pay


APPLICANTS MUST MEET AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1.  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;
2.  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;
3.  Successful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Re-Certification Course, and possess a valid California P.O.S.T. Certificate.
OR;
4.  Successful completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Waiver Exam, with documentation from P.O.S.T.
OR;
5.  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.
OR;
6.  Current enrollment and within five (5) months of graduation from a California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

Note: Individuals may qualify if they are within five (5) months of graduation from a certified California P.O.S.T Basic Law Enforcement Academy. At the time of application, the applicant must present a letter from the Academy, on letter head, confirming enrollment, graduation date and the applicant's good standing in the class. Eligibility for POST certification must be active for at least one 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.
 
If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, please review the entry-level Deputy Sheriff's Cadet recruitments by clicking below:
 
Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services

IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, APPLICANTS MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

(a) Must be at least 20.5 years of age at the time of the Qualifications Shoot Examination/Exercise described below; at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.

(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 on-line application form providing correct and complete responses to the Supplemental Questions and attach qualifying documentation outlined above.

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-Lateral, you will receive an electronic e-mail or letter notification inviting you to use the online self-scheduling feature 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.

YOU MUST COMPLETE THESE STEPS BEFORE APPEARING FOR THE QUALIFICATIONS SHOOT EXAMINATION.  UNSCHEDULED CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE ADMITTED.

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff-Lateral, as determined by the application screening, the Department of Human Resources will notify you via e-mail or letter.  If you receive this email or letter, you will not be eligible to take the qualification 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 eligibility list for Deputy Sheriff - Lateral for one year. 

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 pass
  • 4 total shotgun (SH) rounds - 3 hits (on target) to pass, then administratively unloading of fourth (chambered) round
  • Scored as Pass/Fail
  • Two 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:
 
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.  
CLICK HEREfor additional information.

To obtain additional information on the pay steps, benefits, educational incentives, and department provided equipment, refer to the Sheriff's website at www.joinsdsheriff.net.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Sheriff's Recruiting Unit at (858) 974-2000; or via e-mail at Recruit@sdsheriff.org; or the Department of Human Resources at (619) 236-2191.

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.

 

01
Do you understand that you are required to complete Step 1 by completing and submitting this online application form before you appear for the qualifications shoot examination for Deputy Sheriff-Lateral?
  • Yes
  • No
02
At the date and time you are completing this on-line application form for DEPUTY SHERIFF - LATERAL OPTION, are you at least 20.5 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
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?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Are you currently a citizen of the United States of America; OR are you an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; OR are you in the process of becoming a United States citizen?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you willing to designate California as your principal residence throughout employment as a law enforcement officer?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Do you possess the ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in English in a fluent, clear, and understandable manner?
  • Yes
  • No
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?
  • Yes
  • No
08
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?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Are you willing to work overtime hours (defined as an excess of eight hours per day)?
  • Yes
  • No
10
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.
  • Yes
  • No
11
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
12
QUALIFYING TRAINING. Have you successfully completed a certified California POST-approved basic academy OR are you currently enrolled in a California POST-approved academy?
  • Yes
  • No
13
If you answered YES to Question #12, then list the name and location of the academy you attended.
14
Place a check next to the type of current and valid State of California POST certificate that you currently possess.
  • Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • I do not possess any of these certificates
15
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?
  • Yes
  • No
16
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.
17
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
  • Other
  • LinkedIn
18
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.
19
Did you read this job posting in its entirety?
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