DEPUTY SHERIFF II

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision, performs complex law enforcement and crime prevention work, including patrol, investigations, and special assignments; investigates incidents and performs identification work; and performs related duties as assigned. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level classification in the Deputy Sheriff series.  Incumbents perform complex law enforcement assignments, including patrol, investigations, and special assignments.  Incumbents may be regularly assigned to a specific area of law enforcement.   However, incumbents should be capable of performing work in other areas of law enforcement, as needed.   Incumbents in this class may be assigned as a “relief operations supervisor” and supervise patrol and law enforcement activities during an assigned shift.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 

Receives direct supervision from assigned management staff, depending on areas of work assignments.  Exercises no supervision over staff.  Provides lead direction to professional and technical support staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Performs patrol of assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property. 
• Uses investigation and interrogation methods and techniques, while on patrol.
• Stops drivers operating vehicles in violation of laws, warning drivers of unlawful practices, and issues citations, making arrests, as necessary. 
• Prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents observed. 
• Gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities.
• Performs accident investigations, acting as deputy coroner in death investigations.
• Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies.
• Takes pictures and/or makes sketches at crime scenes.
• Keeps firearms and equipment in good working order. 
• Prepares detailed reports of activities and incidents.
• Testifies in court at preliminary hearings and trials as required. 
• May initiate and/or conduct criminal investigations.
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern law enforcement methods, practices, and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigations.
• Familiarity with laws of apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies and misdemeanors.
• Rules of evidence and basic criminal law.
• Techniques of criminal investigations.
• The general geography and topography of Lake County.
• Good public relations techniques.
• Use and care of department authorized equipment and firearms.
• First aid methods and techniques.
• Customer service principles and techniques. 
• Written and oral communications skills.
• Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.

Ability to:

• Perform a variety of professional law enforcement work.
• Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding arrest, rules of evidence, and the apprehension, retention, and treatment of juveniles.
• Carefully observe incidents and situations, accurately remembering names, faces, numbers, circumstances, and places.
• Gather and organize data and information.
• Interview and secure information from witnesses and suspects.
• Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility.
• Demonstrate technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms.
• Operate a motor vehicle under critical and unusual conditions.
• Work with computerized law enforcement information systems.
• Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff’s Office with the public and other law enforcement agencies.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. 

Possession of a valid Basic POST Certificate.  

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of experience as an 830.1 peace officer comparable to that of a Deputy Sheriff I with the County of Lake.

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, behavioral sciences, or a closely related field is preferred.

Martin Rivera