Sheriff's Deputy Trainee

Approved SALARY INCREASES are as follows:6/23/2025 - 2.5%To learn more about the

Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office , please visit our website at

www.SBSheriff.org .TO APPLY

visit

www.SBCountyjobs.com .We are accepting applications to fill vacancies in

All Locations

for the

Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office . The list established will be used to fill current and future vacancies at All Locations (separate lists for different locations will not be established). Candidates must be willing to accept an assignment at any location throughout Santa Barbara County.

Applicants must check "All Locations" on the application agency wide question and supplemental questionnaire.POSITION : Under immediate supervision, to attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Academy to receive instruction designed to qualify trainees for the class of Sheriff's Deputy; and in a non-sworn capacity to perform other duties as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is a trainee-level class and incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Law Enforcement Recruit Academy and receive the recommendation of the Sheriff and promote to Sheriff’s Deputy or be terminated from the position.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:A reputation for honesty and trustworthinessIntegrity/good moral characterInitiative/drive & energyCredibility/honestyStrong team approachDependabilityGood judgment under pressureEffective communication skillsBACKGROUND DISQUALIFIERS:An admission of having committed any act amounting to a felony within five years in California, or in another state which would be classified as a felony in CaliforniaAn adult felony conviction in California, or with a conviction for an offense in another state which would be classified as a felony in CaliforniaCurrently on Probation or ParoleAdult felony and/or misdemeanor conviction(s) may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and how recentConviction of/or sustained petitions for any sex crimeRecent use and/or possession of illegal drugs; Failure to reveal prior use will be disqualifyingUnfavorable work historyPoor credit historyHistory of committing domestic violenceDishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent informationEducation:

Graduation from high school or passing of the G.E.D. test indicating high school graduation level.License:

Possession of a valid California Driver License at time of appointment.U.S. Citizenship:

Legally authorized to work in the United States under Federal Law.Age:

At least 20 years old at the time of application and 21 years old at the time of appointment.Physical Fitness:

Excellent physical condition with the ability to pass a comprehensive medical examination based on County of Santa Barbara medical standards, and the ability to pass a job-related comprehensive P.O.S.T. endorsed physical agility examination.General:

Must meet minimum peace officer standards as specified in California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031 including but not limited to: no prior felony convictions (unless fully pardoned), good moral character as determined by thorough background check, submission of fingerprints for purpose of a criminal record check, and found to be free from any physical, emotional or mental condition including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, gender identity and gender expression, ancestry, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.Additional Requirement:

Appointee must satisfactorily complete a probationary period.APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 9/2/24 FOR TESTING IN SEPTEMBER.APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE REVIEW:

All applicants are required to submit an online application

CLICK HERE

to be considered. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met.PERSONAL HISTORY QUESTIONNAIRE (PHQ):

Qualified candidates will be emailed a notice to complete and submit a Personal History Questionnaire by a deadline. Failure to submit a PHQ by the deadline will result in disqualification from the selection process.WRITTEN EXAMINATION:

Qualified candidates will be invited to complete and successfully pass a written exam through the

National Test Network (NTN).NOTE:

We offer an alternative to taking the test with National Test Network. Applicants may submit their Peace Officer Standards and Training POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) at the time of application. The results must state a minimum T-score of 45.0 to be accepted.4. PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT) Pass/Fail:

Upon passing the written exam, candidates will be invited to attend the Physical Agility Test.ELIGIBLE LIST:

Candidates must receive a passing score on the physical agility examination to be placed on an employment list.VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:

Veteran's preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans).APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED;

an online application and job bulletin can be obtained 24 hours a day at

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sbcounty .Candidate Contact:

HR Recruiter Ms. Ryan, email cbr4686@sbsheriff.org

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