Deputy Sheriff Trainee

Job Details

Under direct supervision, attends a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved basic academy and successfully completes the academy’s course of study to acquire peace officer status in the State of California; learns and performs non-sworn functions and duties of the Sheriff’s Office; and performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License. A driver’s license from another state may be accepted at the time of hire if the applicant acknowledges his/her responsibility to acquire a California driver’s license as required by law.

Successful completion of a Basic POST academy within one (1) year of hire is required.

Must be eligible to apply for the POST basic certification upon completion of the probationary period or one (1) year following the completion date of the academy, whichever is later.

Education and Experience:

Successful applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify for this position:
Current Permanent employee of the County of Lake in any capacity. The equivalent of at least two (2) years of full-time, continuous County service from their most recent date of permanent hire.
OR

Three (3) years of work experience in a position requiring contact with the public is required.

OR

Graduation from a two year college with an Associate’s degree .

General Recruitment Information

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The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.

Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations

Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

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DEPUTY SHERIFF TRAINEE
DEFINITION
Under direct supervision, attends a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved basic academy and successfully completes the academy’s course of study to acquire peace officer status in the State of California; learns and performs non-sworn functions and duties of the Sheriff’s Office; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a unique, trainee level classification in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents in this classification are required to participate in, and successfully complete a POST-approved basic training academy within one (1) year from the date of hire.

Incumbents in this classification are expected to promote to a Deputy Sheriff I upon successful completion of the POST approved basic training academy. Incumbency in this class is limited to a period not to exceed one (1) year.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Exercises no supervision over staff.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Attends a California POST-approved basic training academy.
• Learns, identifies, and emulates principles and techniques that promote community service, crime prevention, and appropriate behavior.
• Learns and applies knowledge of enforcement and procedural aspects of criminal law and the legal obligations inherent in enforcement of those laws.
• Receives training in and practice effective and professional written and oral communication.
• Learns to recognize vehicle violations, locating the violations in the vehicle code.
• Learns and practice physical fitness and defense techniques programs.
• May be assigned non-sworn duties and functions related to the Sheriff’s Office when not assigned to an academy.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of the Sheriff’s Office functions.
• The general geography and topography of Lake County.
• Good public relations techniques.
• Written and oral communications skills.
• Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.

Ability to:

• Attend and successfully complete a POST-approved basic academy within one (1) year of hire.
• Meet all requirements to promote to a Deputy Sheriff I upon completion of the basic academy.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License. A driver’s license from another state may be accepted at the time of hire if the applicant acknowledges his/her responsibility to acquire a California driver’s license as required by law.

Successful completion of a Basic POST academy within one (1) year of hire is required.

Must be eligible to apply for the POST basic certification upon completion of the probationary period or one (1) year following the completion date of the academy, whichever is later.

Education and Experience:

Successful applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify for this position:
Current Permanent employee of the County of Lake in any capacity. The equivalent of at least two (2) years of full-time, continuous County service from their most recent date of permanent hire.
OR

Three (3) years of work experience in a position requiring contact with the public is required.

OR

Graduation from a two year college with an Associate’s degree .
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; and underground, confined, or restricted workspaces. Incumbents may have exposure to life threatening situations; exposure to body fluids and infectious agents, including blood borne viruses; and continuous contact with incarcerated individuals, other staff, and the public who may be upset while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently , and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

Incumbents must be willing to respond to emergency situations during off-hours and work beyond normal working hours, including weekends and holidays.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law). Incumbents may not have any drug or alcohol related felony convictions.

Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.

VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.

SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.

CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.

Closing Date/Time: 8/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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