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Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet - Unclassified

On-siteGalt, California, United States

Full TimeSmall

Job Summary

Conduct order and security of inmates within a detention facility, transport from correctional facilities to and from court, medical facilities, and other locations within and outside the County, supervise a crew of inmates in work projects throughout the County, and assist in the correction of antisocial attitudes and behavior. Maintain a certificate of CPR and first-aid training. Upon passing the agility examination and screening processes, candidates enter a 13-week Adult Correctional Academy training program. After graduation, newly appointed deputies must complete an 18-month probationary period under the supervision of a training officer. The Sheriff's Office offers tuition reimbursement and advanced in-service training in cooperation with local schools, state, and national agencies.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate
  • Applicants who have passed their 20th birthday
  • Possession of a valid California Driver's License
  • Have never been convicted of a felony
  • Must possess the legal right to work in the United States
  • Must be able to take and pass a thorough medical examination
  • Vision must not be less than 20/100, correctable to 20/20 with normal depth and color perception
  • Must be able to successfully demonstrate and maintain physical fitness in order to perform the full scope and functions of the job
  • Must be able to pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints and a search of local, state and national files for criminal history
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate at the time of application
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Applicants who have passed their 20th birthday
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Possession of a valid California Driver's License (indicate your expiration month/year) prior to appointment
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Have never been convicted of a felony
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Must possess the legal right to work in the United States
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Must be able to take and pass a thorough medical examination
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: May be disqualified on the basis of established medical standards (current departmental orders)
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Vision must not be less than 20/100, correctable to 20/20 with normal depth and color perception
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Must be able to successfully demonstrate and maintain physical fitness in order to perform the full scope and functions of the job
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Must be able to pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints and a search of local, state and national files for criminal history
  • Must possess and clearly specify on their application the following: Sheriff's Correctional Deputies are required to maintain a certificate of CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and first-aid training
  • Must pass an agility test as part of the examination process
  • Must be able to lift 165 lbs (drag a 165-lb bag for 32 feet)
  • Must be able to run 500 yards
  • Must be able to run 99 yards
  • Must be able to maintain a certificate of CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and first-aid training

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