Deputy Sheriff

The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill multiple regular, full-time positions in the class of Deputy Sheriff at the Yolo County Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator's Office. 

In addition to the annual salary range listed above, Deputy Sheriff employees may also receive additional compensation - up to a total of 10% of base - by stacking a maximum of two of the following incentives:

• 2.5% for possession of Intermediate P.O.S.T
• 5.0% for possession of Advanced P.O.S.T
• 2.5% for possession of a 2 year degree
• 5.0% for possession of a 4 year degree

• Patrols assigned area using patrol car and two-way radio unit;
• Answers calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of State and local laws;
• Observes assigned area for suspicious acts and unsafe conditions;
• Conducts preliminary investigations at scenes of accidents and crimes;
• Prepares detailed reports of all activities;
• Provides assistance to other Deputies and other law enforcement agencies as necessary;
• Receives and serves a variety of civil papers including summons and complaints, subpoenas, orders, writs of attachment, executions, and claim and delivery;
• Confers with appropriate parties in serving civil processes;
• Makes arrests in contempt proceeding;
• Effects evictions and seizes personal property ties;
• Serves as jailer;
• Serves as bailiff;
• Performs other related duties as required.

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 a United States Citizen;
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.

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.

Application 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 as of the final filing date.  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.  
 
Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways:

• As an attachment to the online application
• By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
• By fax to (530) 666-8049
• By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8055.
 
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 (530) 666-8055 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.