10 jobs found in San Jose

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under supervision, to secure and protect property owned, operated, or administered by the County, and to direct and assist persons conducting business at County facilities .NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an online examination tentatively scheduled to open September 17 , 2026 .   Qualifying candidates will be notified via email with instructions for taking the examination.   Candidates who pass the online examination will be invited to take the physical agility test scheduled for the morning of October 24 , 2026. Typical Tasks The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all...

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under immediate supervision, attends a California Correction Academy to obtain the required academic, technical, and physical skills necessary to perform as a Sheriff’s Correctional Deputy. Peace officers must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. (Effective January 1, 2023, per Government Code Section 1031)  The County of Santa Clara has partnered with Whalls Group to facilitate our Correctional Cadet recruitment efforts.  ** PLEASE   APPLY   HERE  ** When you submit you will be matched with a recruiter from Whalls Group  to move with you through the recruitment process and employment prerequisites.   &  Typical Tasks The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees...

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under supervision, to maintain order and security of inmates within the Sheriff’s Office Correctional facility, and to transport inmates from the Sheriff’s Office Correctional facilities to and from court, medical facilities, and other locations within and outside the County; to supervise a crew of inmates in work projects throughout the County.   Under the appointing authority of the Sheriff, the Sheriff's Correctional Deputy has peace officer status while assigned to a detention facility, which extends throughout California when engaged in duties described in Penal Code Section 830.1(c). **  The Sheriff’s Correctional Deputy Lateral recruitment is for applicants who have experience working in another custody facility in California and would like to work for Santa Clara County's...

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under immediate supervision, attends a Law Enforcement Academy to obtain the required academic, technical, and physical skills necessary to perform as a Deputy Sheriff. Deputy Sheriff Cadet enters training to join the ranks of Deputy Sheriffs who, under supervision, perform active law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property, the investigation of crimes and apprehension of law violators, the service of civil process issued by court, and perform a variety of technical law enforcement tasks. Our Cadet recruitment requires: (1) candidates meet the employment standards listed below (2) submit their application and written examination score (3) pass the physical agility test and complete pre-background paperwork (4) interview with a backgrounds deputy (5) finish a full background check (6) accept an...

This posting covers the County of Santa Clara. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description   Under supervision, to perform active law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property, the investigation of crimes, and the apprehension of law violators; to provide security to the Superior Court and the service of civil process issued by the Court; and to perform a variety of technical law enforcement tasks. The Deputy Sheriff – Lateral recruitment is for applicants who currently work or have worked at a California POST-approved law enforcement agency performing duties of a Peace Officer with a separation date within three years of application date OR who have successfully completed a California POST-certified Regular Basic Course (standard or modular format) within three years of the application date and possess a California Basic Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST)...

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under supervision, initially in a training capacity, to answer 9-1-1 calls and dispatch personnel and equipment for one or more public safety operations. Start an exciting career and become a 9-1-1 Dispatcher! Watch these videos to hear from 9-1-1 Dispatchers who work for County of Santa Clara's Dispatch Operations Center. Requirements This is a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) position. Candidates must successfully pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints, polygraph, psychological and medical examinations. Applicants with a felony conviction and/or a conviction outside of California that would be considered a felony in this state will be disqualified. After passing the exam, hiring interview and screening processes, candidates are eligible to be hired as...

This posting covers the County of Santa Clara. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Reimagine Facilities Leadership. Strengthen Public Service. The County of Santa Clara is not just any government agency—it’s a premiere public agency known for its high standard of excellence, strategic leadership, and innovative thinking. With a population of more than 1.9 million residents, Santa Clara County is the largest of the nine Bay Area counties in Northern California, and larger than 12 states. With a workforce of  more than 23,000 employees across 30+ departments, the County of Santa Clara delivers critical safety-net services in health, public safety, social services, housing, and more. Our organization is made up of public servants who are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for everyone in our community, and especially for those most in need. Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the...

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under supervision, conducts investigations in support of the District Attorney's Office, of alleged or suspected violations of criminal and civil laws. The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office is recruiting for dynamic law enforcement officers to join the Bureau of Investigation. The Chief Investigator leads a diverse unit of Investigators with the mission to provide quality and timely investigation and support for the prosecutorial functions of the District Attorney’s Office.  A successful candidate would have experience performing detailed investigation of cases such as serious felony cases, homicides, sexual assaults, robberies, gang cases, narcotics, arson, and other major cases.  The Bureau assumes original jurisdiction and is the primary investigative agency in a wide variety of economic...

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit  here   to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and  here  to learn more about San José. The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a...

Position Title: Group Counselor I – Extra Help (Part-Time) Job Description: The Group Counselor I – Extra Help position is responsible for maintaining the safety, security, and supervision of detainees within a juvenile detention facility. Duties include supervising detainees, maintaining living unit standards in accordance with Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) regulations, conducting searches, processing admissions and releases, and applying approved physical or mechanical restraint techniques when necessary. The position also assists with rehabilitative programming, encourages positive behavior change, and helps plan and supervise recreational and leisure activities that support detainee development. Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university Valid California Driver's License No felony convictions Ability to pass...