Summary
Deputy Sheriff
Amador County is seeking a Deputy Sheriff. This position offers a $7,500.00 new hire bonus. The salary range is $36.46 - $44.32 hourly. The job is located in Amador County, CA, USA, specifically at 700 Court Street, 95642, Jackson, CA. This is a full-time government position with a continuous closing date.
An Amador County employment application is required. To apply, visit the website and select "Apply".
A fully trained journey level classification for professional law enforcement work. Incumbents perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments, including patrolling, investigating incidents, serving as bailiff, and more. Reports to a Sheriff Sergeant with no classifications supervised.
Examples of duties include patrolling assigned areas, conducting preliminary investigations, interrogating witnesses, gathering evidence, serving warrants, making arrests, and preparing detailed reports.
Knowledge of modern law enforcement methods, laws of apprehension, rules of evidence, and use of firearms is required. Ability to perform a wide variety of professional law enforcement work, understand and interpret laws, and represent the Sheriff's Department effectively.
Training and experience in law enforcement work is highly desirable. Completion of education and background to meet P.O.S.T. certification requirements is mandatory.
Amador County provides a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, basic life insurance, CalPERS retirement, deferred compensation plans, supplemental life insurance, paid holidays, and vacation and sick leave accruals.
Job Description
Deputy Sheriff
Amador County is seeking a Deputy Sheriff. This position offers a $7,500.00 new hire bonus. The salary range is $36.46 - $44.32 hourly. The job is located in Amador County, CA, USA, specifically at 700 Court Street, 95642, Jackson, CA. This is a full-time government position with a continuous closing date.
An Amador County employment application is required. To apply, visit the website and select "Apply".
A fully trained journey level classification for professional law enforcement work. Incumbents perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments, including patrolling, investigating incidents, serving as bailiff, and more. Reports to a Sheriff Sergeant with no classifications supervised.
Examples of duties include patrolling assigned areas, conducting preliminary investigations, interrogating witnesses, gathering evidence, serving warrants, making arrests, and preparing detailed reports.
Knowledge of modern law enforcement methods, laws of apprehension, rules of evidence, and use of firearms is required. Ability to perform a wide variety of professional law enforcement work, understand and interpret laws, and represent the Sheriff's Department effectively.
Training and experience in law enforcement work is highly desirable. Completion of education and background to meet P.O.S.T. certification requirements is mandatory.
Amador County provides a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, basic life insurance, CalPERS retirement, deferred compensation plans, supplemental life insurance, paid holidays, and vacation and sick leave accruals.
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