Deputy Sheriff; Lateral

We have some exciting news! The Butte County Sheriff’s Office is now offering a $50,000 hiring bonus for Lateral Deputy Sheriff!

Qualified applicants can anticipate an email invitation to participate in the Physical Agility Test and Oral Interview.

Employees in the Deputy Sheriff classification are entitled to receive POST Certificate incentive pay up to 8%--Intermediate POST (3.5%) and Advanced POST (4.5%). Patrol (2.5%), FTO (4%), Investigator (5%) and other compensation premiums are detailed in section 14.00 of the Deputy Sheriff’s Association-General Unit Memorandum of Understanding.

All deputies have a take-home vehicle and are entitled to participate in a wellness program that includes a free onsite department only gym, functional fitness classes, physical therapy and access to a psychologist.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Under 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.

Receives general supervision from assigned Sheriff’s Sergeant or higher ranking sworn personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

This classification is responsible for independently performing sworn law enforcement duties in support of the Sheriff’s Department. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

• Patrols assigned areas to ensure the security of life and property, observes situations, and deters crime by providing high visibility; provides scene security and protection for fire and medical personnel.
• 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.
• Serves as bailiff, maintaining order and security in assigned courts.
• Serves as a deputy coroner, assisting in death investigations.
• Serves as Range Officer or Tactical Officer at Sheriff’s Training Facility; directs the safe usage of range, prepares training material and visual aids, serves as instructor on assigned subject matter.
• Exercises technical review over field training activities in various patrol procedures and techniques such as report writing, arrest, and search and seizure.
• Serves as a detective in a specialized investigative unit with responsibility for investigating crimes, identifying and apprehending criminals, and assisting in the prosecution of court cases.
• Prepares and documents cases, completes reports and forms, and prepares and maintains other logs and records.
• Authors and executes search warrants and arrest warrants as necessary; communicates with prosecutors.
• 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.
• 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…