Deputy Sheriff Trainee*

The San Bernardino CountySheriff's Department is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff Trainees who participate in a basic law enforcement training program approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Sheriff's Trainees will:

• Learn to interpret and apply laws contained in various state codes and local ordinances (e.g., Penal, Vehicle, Welfare and Institutions Code as well as Health and Safety Codes).
• Learn and practice basic criminal and traffic accident investigation procedures; learn law enforcement techniques, including crime scene preservation, witness interviewing and evidence collection.
• Learn and practice safety, care and usage of small firearms and department-issued weapons.
• Learn and practice vehicle and radio operation, patrol procedures and traffic control.
• Learn civil procedures and custodial responsibilities.

For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriff's Trainee job description.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Training Academy. Upon graduation, Sheriff's Trainees will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff, which has a current salary of $32.95 - $50.86 hourly, plus benefits and retirement plan.

Applicants who have applied or tested for Deputy Sheriff Traineewithin the past six (6) months are not eligible to apply for this recruitment.

Minimum Requirements

The following are required for hire as a Deputy Sheriff:

• Be at least 21 years of age. (Applicants should be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing.)
• Possess a high school diploma, G.E.D., or a U.S. Department of Education approved High School Equivalency Test.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license or equivalent.
• Be a United States citizen.
• Pass a rigorous physical agility test based on California P.O.S.T. standards.
• Be fingerprinted and pass an extensive background investigation that includes interviews and a polygraph examination. Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any type of criminal probation.
• Pass a psychological evaluation and medical examination meeting California P.O.S.T. mandates, including vision and hearing standards. (The medical examination includes a drug screening to determine the presence of illegal substances.)

Note: The Sheriff's Department will be requesting your Social Security Number for the background process and for tracking your background materials. It is not needed for the application.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidatewill have high personal and professional standards, good decision-making skills, and be mentally and physically ready to handle the rigors of academy life.

Learn more about the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department by visiting sheriffsjobs.com or bycontacting a recruiter.