Placer County

To perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to patrol assigned areas and enforce State and local laws; to guard and supervise prisoners in County detention facilities; and to take responsible charge of prisoners and jurors engaged in courtroom activities.

This is the Level II Reserve class in the Assistant Deputy Sheriff series.  This class is distinguished from the Assistant Deputy Sheriff II level by assignment of more limited peace officer powers and functions.  Employees assigned to this class work under closer supervision and do not operate with the same level of independence as employees assigned to the Level I Reserve class.  The employee will work under the immediate supervision of a Peace Officer possessing a Basic certificate issued by the Commission Peace Officer Standards and Training. Peace Officer powers shall extend only for the duration of assignment to specific policing functions.

Receives immediate supervision from sworn law enforcement personnel.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Patrol assigned areas and answer calls for protection of life and property; gather evidence and take statements in connection with suspected criminal activities.
• Substantiate finding of fact in court; serve warrants, civil documents and make arrests.
• Direct traffic and enforce traffic laws; investigate accidents; assist and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests.
• Maintain departmental files and records; prepare detailed reports of all activities; maintain firearms and other equipment in good working condition.
• May participate in special security assignments on contract to community and public organizations.
• Receive, book, fingerprint, photograph and assign prisoners to cells; prepare required records pertaining to period of commitment; receive and record personal property taken into custody.
• Prepare records and reports and complete forms for the release or transfer of prisoners; recommend work assignments for prisoners; answer inquiries over the telephone and at the counter, pertaining to jail policies and individual prisoners as allowed by jail regulations.
• Receive and give receipts for bail money for prisoners; supervise trustees in performance of routine custodial work; transport prisoners to and from hospital, and to and from dining room; relieve as needed at communications desk.
• Escort prisoners to and from court; maintain order during Court proceedings; summon jurors and takes assistant responsibility for them while they are deliberating or absent from the courtroom; call court to order and call prisoners and witnesses to the stand; see that courtroom is ready for use; escort juveniles to and from court; secure reference books and obtain files from the County Clerk's Office.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: None required.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade AND Completion of P.O.S.T. certified Module "A" which consists of 64 hours training in arrest, firearms and communication methods and Module "B" which consists of a 90 hour "Reserve Peace Officer Training Course."

License or Certificate:
May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of law enforcement.
• Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation of evidence.
• Laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles.
• Use and care of small firearms and other law enforcement equipment and tools.
• Principles and practices of self-defense.
• Interviewing and interrogation techniques.

Ability to:

• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for law enforcement work.
• Learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations.
• Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Exercise good judgement and make sound, independent decisions and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.
• Write clear and comprehensive reports.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.
• Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance and agility.
• Work effectively in stressful situations.