Description
The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective January 2024. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to patrol assigned area and enforce state and local laws; to conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes; and to do related work as required.
Example of Duties
Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection or life and property
Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, gathers evidence and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities
Substantiates finding of fact in court
Serves warrants, civil documents and makes arrests
Conducts Coroner's investigations and prepares reports
Investigates accidents
Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests
Maintains departmental files and records
Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition
Prepares detailed reports of all activities
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Must have successfully completed, or successfully complete during the probationary period, a Basic Academy certified by the California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
Special Requirements
Possession of an appropriate California operator's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
Must possess or obtain during the probationary period, valid First Aid and CPR certificates.
Knowledge Of/Ability To
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of law enforcement.
Laws of arrest and rules of evidence.
Laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles.
Care and operation of small firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
First Aid and CPR.
Ability to:
Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory.
Secure information from witnesses and suspects.
Make independent decisions while working in the field.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Interpret, explain and apply laws and regulations.
Write clear and comprehensive reports.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Use and care for firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.
Meet and maintain standards of physical endurance and agility.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local SAFETY 2.7@ 55 for new PERS Members
Long Term Disability
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Tuition Reimbursement
01
I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.
02
Do you possess a CA Class C driver's license as of today? If you are out-of-state, do you possess a driver's license in your state of residence as of today, and are you willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position?
03
Do you possess an active California Basic Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) certificate? If yes, please attach your certificate to your application.
04
Do you possess a valid CPR certificate? If yes, please attach it to your application material. The certificate must show your name and the expiration date.
05
Do you possess a valid First Aid certificate? If yes, please attach it to your application material. The certificate must show your name and the expiration date.
06
How many years of law enforcement patrol experience do you possess?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than 2 years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five or more years
07
Please describe your law enforcement patrol experience. If none, type "N/A".
Required Question
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
