Deputy Sheriff
Stanislaus County is accepting lateral transfer applications from current Deputy Sheriff I/II. Lateral incentives may be available for eligible candidates.
The Deputy Sheriff performs routine law enforcement and crime prevention duties, serves as Deputy Coroner, and performs other related duties. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments.
To learn more about the Sheriff's Department, visit stanjobs.org.
Questions? We're Here to Help!
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, the recruitment process, or need assistance with your application, please contact the Sheriff's Recruitment Team at (209) 525-7004.
The following are Specialty Positions/Teams within the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office:
- Civil Division
- Contract Cities
- Coroners Facility
- Court Services
- Detectives
- Special Vehicles Operations unit
- StanCATT
- Stanislaus Drug Enforcement Agency
- Traffic/Motors
Teams:
- Aero Squadron
- Bomb Team
- Dive Team
- Honor Guard
- K-9
- Mounted Unit
- S.W.A.T.
Lateral candidates are highly encouraged to contact StanCERA regarding the specifics on retirement tiers and plans as it may affect current contributions. Contact can be made by calling (209) 525-6393 or
Typical Tasks
- Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property;
- Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution;
- Collect fees due the County;
- Serve warrants and makes arrests;
- Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property;
- Investigate accidents;
- Administer first aid;
- Receive and answer complaints;
- Prepare reports and keep routine records;
- Interrogate persons suspected of crimes;
- Prepare evidence for court presentation;
- Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer;
- Transport prisoners;
- Work in the courts as a Bailiff;
- Perform identification and photographic work; and
- Work administrative or special assignments.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)
SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Secure information from witnesses and suspects;
- Write clear and comprehensive reports;
- Demonstrate physical endurance, agility and strength;
- Understand written and oral instructions;
- Make independent decisions while working in the field;
- Work with and control sensitive, confidential information; and
- Operate a motor vehicle.
KNOWLEDGE
- Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; and
- Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.
We recognize your time is valuable. Please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.
PATTERN I--EXPERIENCED LEVEL
- Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND
- One (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency with less than a three (3) year break in service, or must have successfully completed the California POST requalification course within the last three (3) years, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC.; AND
- Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility.
- Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2. Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.
PATTERN II--LATERAL TRANSFER
- Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND
- Must be currently employed in a California law enforcement agency with at least one (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC; AND
- Must have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility. AND
- Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2. Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.
You must submit a copy of your valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE.
In addition to the above minimum qualifications you must meet the following:
- Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test; AND
- Physical/manipulative abilities required by the department; AND
- Mental/cognitive abilities required by the department; AND
- Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment; AND
- Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License; AND
- Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment; AND
- Must meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031.
DEPUTY SHERIFF II
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Physically perform essential job functions typical of the duties of Deputy Sheriff;
- Read or see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting, and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity to permit their recording or accurate description (i.e., persons, vehicles, license numbers, addresses, street signs, items of property, written messages, printed material, etc.);
- Hear normal speech and other audible events, even in combination with other environmental noise (i.e., gunshots, cries for help, glass breaking, alarm bells ringing, etc.); and
- Ability to sit or stand for long