Deputy Sheriff I/II

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified individuals to join as Deputy Sheriff I/II, with opportunities across Patrol Operations in Placerville and South Lake Tahoe. Candidates must meet POST certification requirements and obtain eligibility within specified timelines, with driving and firearms qualifications.

This is a full-time position in El Dorado County, CA. Selected deputies will engage in proactive enforcement, investigations, and collaboration with specialized units,

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year of appointment.
• Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six months of appointment.
• Obtain and maintain firearms qualification.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or have proof of passing the GED.

Responsibilities

• Respond to a variety of calls for service throughout El Dorado County, enforcing criminal and civil laws.
• Investigates juvenile and adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective.
• Coordinates crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence.
• Serves as a coordinator or team member in such special projects as drug enforcement, Office of Emergency Services and K9 handler.
• Provides Coroner/Public Administrator services.

Job description

Recruitment Incentive

• This recruitment is eligible for the following recruitment incentive ***

Maximum potential pay without overtime: $70.75/hr, $12,263/month, $147,160/year

• AA/AS degree 2%, BA/BS degree 5%, MA/MS degree 5% (maximum 10%)
• Intermediate POST Certificate 6.5% or Advanced POST Certificate 12.5%
• Specialty Assignment 5% (examples include Detective, FTO, Resident Deputy)
• Additional pays (not included in above rates):
  • Holiday Pay (4 hours @ hourly rate), Optional Benefit Credit ($160/24pp), Uniform Allowance ($41.67/24pp), Tahoe Differential ($92.30/26pp)

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Deputy Sheriff's have the opportunity to serve and protect their communities proactively; following the Sheriff's Vision of Total enforcement on crime and criminals, and Total care for victims, witnesses and the community. Deputies are assigned to both the South Lake Tahoe and Placerville offices and may be assigned to specialty units such as Investigations, School Resource Officers, Narcotics Detectives, Psychiatric Emergency Response and Homeless Outreach Teams. Check out our website www.joinedso.org/deputy for more information!

The Selected Candidate Will Have The Opportunity To

• Respond to a variety of calls for service throughout El Dorado County, enforcing criminal and civil laws.
• Investigates juvenile and adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective.
• Coordinates crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence.
• Serves as a coordinator or team member in such special projects as drug enforcement, Office of Emergency Services and K9 handler.
• Provides Coroner/Public Administrator services.

Recruitment Process

The Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates and at which job class level. Qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%)

A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. Do not refer to resumes, cover letters, or other documentation as they will not be reviewed.

Deputy Sheriff I

• Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of appointment. Ideal candidates have enrolled themself in a California POST Academy.
• Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six (6) months of appointment.
• Obtain and maintain firearms qualification.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or have proof of passing the general education development test.

Deputy Sheriff II

• Possession of a valid Driver’s License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
• Must maintain Peace Officer eligibility and certification through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
• Possess and maintain firearms qualification.

Additional Information

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting applicants for Deputy Sheriff I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time, part-time, and extra help vacancies. This recruitment will remain open until all vacancies are filled.

We Currently Have The Following Vacancies

• Multiple full-time vacancies in Patrol Operations located in both South Lake Tahoe and Placerville, CA. All candidates will initially be assigned to the Placerville Office to complete Field Training.

Location Information

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Activities and Events in El Dorado County

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees who are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

E-Verify Notice

• E-Verify Notice of Participation
• Right to Work

For Your Health And Well-Being

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• County sponsored Wellness program
• Discounts on gym memberships

For Your Financial Future

• CalPERS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Optional Life Insurance
• Educational Incentive Pay
• POST Certificate pay

For Your Work/Life Balance

• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• Bereavement leave

Benefit Summary

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

Benefits Information

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Additional Employment Notice

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

For questions, contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff’s Personnel Unit at [e-mail].