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Sacsheriff

Sheriff's Security Officer

Sacsheriff, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


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This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at

5:00 pm

on:

6/28/24, 8/30/24, 10/31/24, 12/31/24Under direction, the Sheriff's Security Officer enforces security; safeguards and protects County and/or contracted non-County property, buildings, and equipment.Knowledge of

Basic law enforcement principles and techniquesOperation of communication equipment used in the course of the work, such as radios, telephone, pagers, and related systemsRules, regulations, codes, and laws related to the workReport writing methods and practicesBasic first aidAbility to

Maintain the security of building and groundsPractice the correct procedures of patrolling and directing trafficAdminister basic first aidEffectively interviewEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement agenciesMeet and deal with the publicUnderstand and apply various rules and regulationsMaintain self-control under stressDemonstrate the correct use and care of firearmsCommunicate using radio transmitting and receiving equipmentUse electronic security screening equipmentPrepare legible, correct, and accurate reportsMinimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable General Education Development (GED) Test.ANDSatisfactory completion of an introductory course of training prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as described in Penal Code Section 832 (arrest and firearms training).ANDSatisfactory completion of a course approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) in the carrying and use of a club or baton or possession of a valid and current baton certification issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs.Special Requirements

Background/Criminal History:

Applicants for Sheriff's Security Officer must pass a criminal history and background check which may include a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination and contact of prior employers and personal references. Applicants will be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigations.Prior to appointment, applicant must successfully pass a medical examination and psychological screening.Minimum Age Requirement:

Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.Uniforms:

Incumbents must be willing to wear a designated Sheriff's Department uniform.Driver's License:

Positions in this class require possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, before date of appointment. Failure to maintain the appropriate driver license may constitute cause for disciplinary action.Hours of Work:

Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends at various locations.Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is

twelve (12)

months.APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by

5:00 PM

on the posted cut-off date. Click

here

to apply.County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel ServicesEmployment Services Division700 H Street, Room 4667Sacramento, CA 95814Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay ServiceEmail

EmployOffice@Saccounty.netInter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667www.SacCountyJobs.netEmployment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.A resume may be included with your application, however it will

not

substitute for the information requested on the application.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.Note:

Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire

cannot

be made once your application packet has been submitted.If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments

will not

be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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here

for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)For information regarding County jobs:www.saccountyjobs.netSacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at

dco@saccounty.gov

or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711

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