Deputy Sheriff-Coroner

Investigative techniques.

Hiring Bonus –

Police Academy graduates who self‑financed their tuition will receive a one‑time hiring bonus of $7,000 upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Lateral transfers from other agencies will receive a one‑time hiring bonus of $20,000 upon successful completion of the probationary period.

The list developed from this recruitment may be used to fill regular full‑time and/or part‑time vacancies in the Sheriff’s Office should they occur.

Employees regularly assigned to the coastal region or in Covelo are eligible to receive a 5% assignment premium pursuant to current bargaining unit agreements.

Primary responsibility is patrolling an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws and regulations; writing various reports; responding to calls for service; performing specialized technical, administrative and/or investigative assignments; and maintaining order and security in and about the various courts of the County.

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply.

Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

If you apply for this position or are considering applying for this position, please contact MCSO Recruiting for further information and support throughout the process. You can reach them at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or .

• Patrol an assigned area; enforce laws and regulations; maintain order within the jurisdiction.
• Respond to radio messages, telephone instructions and/or citizen requests to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
• Conduct preliminary or follow‑up investigations of major crimes, including rape, robbery, homicide, narcotics distribution or other incidents; collect and preserve evidence; interview victims, witnesses, suspects, etc.; arrest suspects; photograph crime scenes; prepare reports.
• Maintain proper courtroom demeanor; enforce rules and regulations pertaining to photography or recording equipment; assist in the control and movement of evidence and exhibits; take charge of the jury during recesses and deliberations.
• Prepare and serve warrants, subpoenas, judicial processes and/or summonses as required.
• Collect statements from witnesses and physicians for identification and certification of death; investigate human deaths; identify and notify next of kin and/or appropriate County representative of deaths.
• Testify in court in connection with criminal prosecutions.
• Direct traffic, including regulation of vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion.
• Stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; issue citations when necessary.
• Perform search and rescue duties.
• Compose and type reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed in accordance with professional standards, applicable State laws and department protocol.
• Arrest and/or transport suspects or prisoners to jail, court or other locations.
• Perform specialized duties such as serving as Personnel Officer, Field Training Officer, Range Master, K‑9 handler; or as a member of Special Emergency Response Team, hostage negotiations team; or others as assigned.
• Assist other agencies on special assignments.
• Assist in solving problems as they occur in the field.
• Assist with crowd control, parade and riot work.
• Assist with problems of juvenile delinquency.
• Assist in public education programs.
• Perform security and/or custodial duties in the County correctional facility as assigned.
• Enforce Fish and Game laws, policies and regulations.
• Assist the general public with crime prevention measures whenever possible.
• Attend departmental, training or other meetings.
• Perform higher‑level duties in a training capacity.

Education and Experience:

Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.

Possession of a valid and current regular basic course completion certificate issued by a training institution certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST); or…