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County of Napa, California - Napa, CA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
The Deputy Sheriff I Academy Graduate will perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol assigned areas and enforce State and local laws; and conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes. The Deputy Sheriff has the responsibility of maintaining law and order within the County by performing law enforcement activities in a variety of assignments: patrol, investigations, court security and civil. Patrol assigned areas; answer calls for protection of life and property and the enforcement of County and State laws; conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of criminal incidents; direct traffic and detain drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; issue citations and make arrests as necessary. Investigate major crimes against property and persons; conduct extensive follow-up investigation at the scene of crimes and accidents; gather evidence; conduct surveillance; locate and question witnesses; take statements from witnesses; present information to the District Attorney's office for filing of charges; appear in court as directed. Maintain safety and security for all personnel in the courtroom; serve as bailiff in the courtroom; transfer inmates to and from the courts and correctional facilities; search individuals entering the courtroom when necessary; monitor all courtroom activities to anticipate any safety concerns; assist other courtroom personnel and jurors in ensuring smooth operation of the courtroom. Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints and writs of attachment, executions and restitution; serve warrants and make arrests; prepare, process and maintain necessary files, documents and reports; perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints.
Responsibilities
- Patrol assigned areas and enforce State and local laws.
- Conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes.
- Answer calls for protection of life and property.
- Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of criminal incidents.
- Direct traffic and detain drivers violating laws.
- Issue citations and make arrests as necessary.
- Investigate major crimes against property and persons.
- Gather evidence and conduct surveillance.
- Locate and question witnesses.
- Present information to the District Attorney's office for filing of charges.
- Maintain safety and security in the courtroom.
- Serve legal papers and warrants.
- Prepare and maintain necessary files, documents, and reports.
Requirements
- Currently attending a California POST approved basic Police academy or have successfully completed a California POST certified academy.
- Possession of a valid Basic Certificate issued by the California Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission.
- Must be a United States citizen.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
- Must be 21 years of age.
Nice-to-haves
- Equivalent to completion of two years of college is highly desired.
- Bilingual skills are preferred.
Benefits
- Hiring bonus of up to $30,000 for newly hired Deputy Sheriffs.
- Loan forgiveness program for educational loans up to $20,000.
- Employee referral bonus of $1,000.
- Educational reimbursement up to $1,500 per fiscal year.
- Bilingual pay premium of two percent of base salary.
