Deputy Sheriff II

National Police; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Deputy Sheriff II to perform a wide range of peace officer duties, including enforcement of laws, investigations, and providing information to the public. Under supervision, you’ll handle patrol, crime prevention, and case preparation while maintaining confidentiality.

Requirements include 12th grade, POST Basic Certificate, valid driver’s license, California license by hire date, and firearms qualification.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Possession of a POST Basic Certificate.
• Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California POST within 12 months of appointment.
• Must possess a valid US driver’s license at application date.
• Must obtain California driver’s license prior to hire date.
• Must possess and maintain firearms qualification.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas to deter crime and protect life and property.
• Responds to calls, investigates incidents, and enforces laws.
• Coordinates crime scene control and evidence collection.
• Transports detainees to courts and medical facilities; serves civil papers.
• Provides information and assistance to the public and coordinates with other agencies.

Education

12th grade or equivalent

POST Basic Certificate

California POST Basic Certificate

Valid US driver’s license

California driver’s license by hire date

Firearms qualification

Job description

Salary: $31.15 – $39.97 Hourly

Position Summary:

When you work for the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office, you aren’t just another employee, you are family. Our family is growing and we want YOU to join! We are looking for people who like to stay busy, can multi task and have excellent communication skills while still being able to understand and maintain confidentiality standards.

Under immediate or general supervision, performs a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Patrols assigned areas to ensure the security of life and property, observes situations, and deters crime by providing high visibility.
• Responds to suspicious activities and answers calls for service.
• Enforces state and local laws and ordinances; issues verbal warnings and citations; pursues and apprehends suspects and requests assistance as required.
• 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, and overseeing the collection and preservation of physical evidence.
• Restores order, protects life and property, and maintains the peace at public gatherings and in conflict situations.
• Prepares and documents cases, completes reports and forms, and prepares and maintains other logs and records.
• Transports criminals to the courts, hospitals, and various other locations.
• Serves civil papers to County residents; researches and locates person to be served.
• Serves as a coordinator or team member in such special projects as drug enforcement, livestock investigations, and boating regulation enforcement.
• Provides traffic and crowd control as necessary; participates in special details and assignments, including K-9 and Search and Rescue; may serve as field training officer.
• Retrieves, identifies, and returns found property and/or evidence to owners.
• Provides emergency aid and assistance to incapacitated persons, and requests additional response.
• Provides information, directions, and other services and assistance to the public.
• Coordinates with and serves as back up to other local law enforcement agencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and
• Deputy Sheriff II: 12 months of sworn law enforcement experience at a level equivalent to Deputy Sheriff I. Possession of a POST Basic Certificate.
• Must possess a valid US driver’s license upon date of application.
• Must obtain California driver’s license prior to hire date per California DMV regulations.
• Must possess a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) within twelve (12) months of appointment as a Deputy Sheriff I.
• Must possess and maintain firearms qualification.