Deputy Sheriff I (POST Academy Graduate)

Alamedacountysheriff; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Alameda County is hiring a Deputy Sheriff responsible for supervising inmates, patrolling areas, and enforcing law and order. Candidates must be enrolled or have completed a California POST Basic Academy and possess a valid California driver's license. Additionally, applicants must be at least 21 years old and meet the physical fitness standards. The role offers a $12,000 hiring bonus and various benefits including health care, insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment or completion of a California POST certified Basic Academy.
• Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
• Minimum age of 21 years at the time of appointment.
• Ability to meet physical fitness standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates in a correctional institution.
• Patrol areas and enforce law and order.
• Maintain order in courts.
• Assist with special investigations.

Skills

Read and interpret department policies

Write clear and concise reports

Establish effective working relationships

Apply good judgment in emergencies

Communicate clearly verbally and in writing

Job description

Introduction

NOW OFFERING $12,000 HIRING BONUS* (Effective August 9, 2020, paid incrementally over 4 years).

About the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office is a full‑service law‑enforcement agency that operates the Regional Training Center, Dispatch Unit, Crime Lab, Bomb Squad, and County Jail. The Office is managed by Sheriff Yesenia L. Sanchez and supported by the Undersheriff, Assistant Sheriffs, and other leadership.

Position Overview

Incumbents of the Deputy Sheriff (lower journey level of the flexibly staffed series) are responsible for the following duties:

• 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.
• Investigate circumstances surrounding deaths referred to the Coroner.
• Coordinate emergency services programs and volunteer activities under direction.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• EITHER I: Current enrollment in a California POST certified Basic Academy, with successful completion by the time of appointment.
• OR II: Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Academy within three (3) years of application and possession of a POST Basic Law Enforcement certificate or proof of attendance of a POST Requalification Course.
• Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
• Minimum age of 21 years at the time of appointment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Physical fitness meeting POST approved safety member standards, normal hearing, vision of at least 20/100 unaided with correctable to 20/20, and no color blindness.

Knowledge and Skills

• Read, understand, interpret, and apply department policies, rules, laws, and ordinances related to law‑enforcement work.
• Write clear, concise, comprehensive reports.
• Observe and remember details accurately.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Apply good judgment in emergency or critical situations.
• Identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Perform routine clerical and record‑keeping duties.
• Learn and apply rules, procedures, laws, and regulations relevant to the work promptly.

Examination Components

• Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Physical Abilities Test (PAT) – candidates must submit a valid PAT score (pass point 320). Scores are valid for one year.
• Oral examination weighted as 100% of the final score.
• Background investigation and psychological examination; felony convictions result in disqualification.

Benefits

• Health care: Medical (HMO & PPO), Dental (HMO & PPO), Vision or Vision Reimbursement.
• Insurance: Basic Life, Supplemental Life (optional dependent coverage), Accidental Death and Dismemberment, County Allowance Credit, Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Long‑Term Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services.
• Retirement: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 457 Plan or Roth Plan.
• Leaves: 12 paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, vacation purchase program, catastrophic sick leave.
• Additional benefits: Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits Program, Guaranteed Ride Home, Employee Wellness Program, Employee Discount Program, Child Care Resources, 1st U.S. Services Credit Union, exportable benefits across employment types.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Alameda County is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need and are not determined by 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 any other non‑merit factor protected under federal, state and local law.