Deputy Sheriff I

Deputy Sheriff I (POST Academy Graduate)

NOW OFFERING A $12,000 HIRING BONUS

Deputy Sheriffs, under general supervision at the higher level (Deputy Sheriff II), and close supervision at the lower level (Deputy Sheriff I), supervise the work and conduct of inmates in a county correctional institution; patrol an area, and enforce law and order; receive and serve civil process; maintain order in courts; assist with special investigations; investigates circumstances surrounding death in cases referred to Coroner; under direction, coordinate emergency services programs and volunteer activities; and do related work as required.

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Minimum Qualifications

EITHER I

Current enrollment in a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Basic Academy, with successful completion of the academy by the time of appointment.

OR II

Successful completion of a California POST-certified Basic academy within three (3) years of the application date and possession of a POST Basic Law Enforcement certificate or proof of attendance of a California POST Requalification Course.

AND

License

Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Age

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.

Citizenship

Candidates are not required to be a US citizens but must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. (SB 960).

Special Requirements

Federal law and County policy require that certain positions in the classification of Deputy Sheriff I, which require a commercial driver's license and the performance of duties defined as "safety-sensitive" are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.

A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing must be normal in each ear.
• Using both eyes must have a far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses.
• Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye.
• These standards are confined to far vision and color vision.
• There are additional standards that may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies.
• Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above-average strength, endurance, and agility and must meet California POST-approved safety member physical standards.
  
  

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment based on, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.