Deputy Sheriff-coroner - Mendocino County, CA, United States - County Of Mendocino

County Of Mendocino

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Mendocino County, CA, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The Position:

_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.
Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreements, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region or in Covelo are eligible to receive a 5% assignment premium_._**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 _

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Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:_
Patrols an assigned area; enforces laws and regulations; maintains laws and order within the jurisdiction.
Responds to radio messages, telephone instructions and/or citizens? requests to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
Conducts preliminary or followup investigations of various, major crimes, including rape, robbery, homicide, narcotics distribution or other incidents; collects and preserves evidence associated with crimes; interviews victims, witnesses, suspects, etc.; arrests suspects; photographs crime scenes; prepares reports
Maintains proper courtroom demeanor; enforces rules and regulations pertaining to the use of photography or recording equipment; assists in the control and movement of evidence and exhibits; takes charge of the jury during recesses and deliberations.
Prepares and serves warrants, subpoenas, judicial processes and/or summonses as required.
Collects statements from witnesses and physicians for the purpose of identification and certification of death; investigates human deaths; identifies and notifies next of kin and/or the appropriate County representative of deaths.
Testifies in court in connection with criminal prosecutions.
Directs traffic, including regulation of vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion.
Stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; issues citations when necessary.
Performs search and rescue duties.
Composes and types reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed in accordance with professional standards, applicable State laws and department protocol.
Arrests and/or transports suspects or prisoners to jail, court or other locations.
Performs specialized duties such as serving as Personnel Officer, Field Training Officer, Range Master, K9 handler; or as a member of Special Emergency Response Team, hostage negotiations team; or others as assigned.
Assists other agencies on special assignments.
Assists in solving problems as they occur in the field.
Assists with crowd control, parade and riot work.
Assists with problems of juvenile delinquency.
Assists in public education programs.
Performs security and/or custodial duties in the County correctional facility as assigned.
Enforces Fish and Game laws, policies and regulations.
Assists the general public with crime prevention measures whenever possible.
Attends departmental, training or other meetings.
Performs higher level duties in a training capacity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

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.

Licenses and Certifications:

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 successful completion of a POST certified requalification course within the last 18 months.

Valid driver's license

Class C or better.
CPR certificate.

Special Requirements:

Eligibility is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history and other background investigations including fingerprinting and a polygraph examination.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment medical evaluation including physical and psychiatric exams, and drug screening. Must not be prohibited from possessing firearms.

Working Conditions:

Uniform Allowance: