Deputy Sheriff I

For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule. County website

General Statement of Duties:

Under general supervision, to learn and perform law enforcement and crime prevention work, including patrol, investigations, and special assignments; to learn to investigate incidents and perform identification work; to serve as a Deputy Coroner; corrections; and to do related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is the entry, training, and first working level classification for the performance of professional law enforcement work. Incumbents learn and perform law enforcement assignments, including patrol, investigations, and special assignments. This class is distinguished from Deputy Sheriff II in that Deputy Sheriff I is the entry, training, and first working level with incumbents not expected to perform a broad scope of assignments. When an incumbent has demonstrated sufficient knowledge and skill, as well as sound work habits and good reliability, they may be promoted to Deputy Sheriff II.

Reports to:

Sheriff Sergeant/Correctional Sergeant

Classifications Supervised:

This is not a supervisory class.

Essential Functions:

Learns and performs patrol of assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property; learns investigation and interrogation methods and techniques; gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates findings of fact in court; serves warrants/civil papers and makes arrests; learns and performs accident investigations; assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies; may be assigned to perform criminal identification work, including fingerprinting and finger print identification work; learns methods and takes pictures and/or makes sketches at crime scenes; may lift latent prints and prepare plaster casts; searches files for information; keeps firearms and equipment in good working order; prepares detailed reports of activities and incidents; functions as a Deputy Coroner.

Desired Skills:

• Learn to perform a wide variety of professional law enforcement work.
• Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding arrest, rules of evidence, and the apprehension, retention, and treatment of juveniles.
• Carefully observe incidents and situations, accurately remembering names, faces, numbers, circumstances, and places.
• Gather and organize data and information.
• Interview and secure information from witnesses and suspects.
• Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive reports.
• Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility.
• Demonstrate technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms.
• Operate a motor vehicle under critical and unusual conditions.
• Work with computerized law enforcement information systems.
• Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of modern law enforcement methods, practices, and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigations.
• Some familiarity with laws of apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies and misdemeanors.
• The general geography and topography of Siskiyou County.
• Good public relations techniques.
• Use and care of Department authorized equipment and firearms.
• First aid methods and techniques.

Training and Experience:

Any combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying.

A typical way, but not required, to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

• Previous professional law enforcement work experience or completion of advanced education in criminal justice is highly desirable.

Special Requirements:

• Must be twenty-one (21) years old and a citizen of the United States; if a permanent resident alien, must obtain citizenship within three years from date of employment.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony.
• Must pass a pre-employment/pre-duty drug screening test and physical and psychological exam.
• A POST Graduation Certificate is highly desirable.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and valid driver's license.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; climb stairs and ladders; walk on sloped, slippery, and/or uneven surfaces; ability to stoop, kneel, and bend over; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance; crawl through various areas on hands and knees; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain prisoners; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office and outdoor environments; work is performed in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions; unusual exposure to life threatening situations; continuous contact with other staff and the public.