The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one ( 1 ) regular, full-time position in the class of Sergeant at the Yolo County Sheriff's Office.
The Position
Under direction, the incumbent will supervise a group of law enforcement personnel performing patrol and investigative work; to supervise a specialized unit in the Sheriff's Office; and to do related work as required.
This class represents the first level of supervision in the law enforcement series. An incumbent whose position is assigned to this class will typically supervise a group of Deputy Sheriffs on an assigned shift, a specialized facility such as a jail or branch jail, or a specialized function such as a civil or investigation unit.
COMPENSATION
The County of Yolo offers the following incentive benefits:
Educational Incentive- Employees shall receive a two and one-half percent (2.5%) increment above base pay for a two-year college degree from an accredited college or university OR five percent (5%) increment above base pay for a four-year college degree from an accredited college or university
POST Incentive- Employees shall receive a two and one-half percent (2.5%) increment above base pay for a POST intermediate certificate OR seven and one-half percent (7.5%) increment above base pay for a POST advanced certificate.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application by the closing date. For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; AND
Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience, two of which must be in the class of Deputy Sheriff with the Yolo County Sheriff's Office; AND
Certificate: Possession of a valid POST Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training.
License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge of: general knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of law enforcement work; general knowledge of criminal law including the law of arrest, search and seizure, rules of evidence, and laws governing jail procedures; general knowledge of the basic principles of supervision and training; general knowledge of the collection and analysis of evidence; general knowledge of state law pertinent to civil procedure, including the attachment and sale of property.
Ability to: instruct and supervise subordinate personnel engaged in law enforcement work; ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; ability to interpret, explain, and apply laws and regulations; ability to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive oral and written reports; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees, government officials, and the general public.
It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the closing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Selection Procedure
The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps may change with or without notice.
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Screen for Minimum Qualifications
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Screen for Best Qualified
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Department Selection Interviews
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Background Investigation
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Final interview with the Sheriff and/or the Sheriff's designee
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Conditional Job Offer, pending:
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Psychological Examination
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Medical Examination
Written Examination
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to the written examination. This examination may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in this job announcement. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of the examination to the email address included in the application. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination, in conjunction with any county or veteran's preference points.
Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at
[email protected] or by phone at (530) 666-8055.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
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