Sierra County Sheriff’s Office is looking for motivated candidates who are looking for a rural country lifestyle. Sierra County is in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Northern California. Hunting, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking are all in your backyard. The Sheriff’s Office continuously strives to build positive relationships with the citizens and visitors of Sierra County and has strong community support. If you are seeking employment with the Sierra County Sheriff's Office, please see the attached positions available.
Please submit all applications to jbehlke@sierracountyca.gov or mail it to Sierra County Human Resources P.O. Box 513 in Downieville, CA 95936.
Deputy Sheriff I (Recruit)*Application*
• Paid Police Academy
• Housing and meals provided while attending the academy
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual
• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• CalPERS Retirement
• $4,979 Monthlysalary while attending the academy
• Promotion to Deputy Sheriff II after successful completion of the academy
Salary: Deputy Sheriff I (Recruit): • $4,979.00 Monthly salary while attending the academy • Promotion to Deputy Sheriff II after successful completion of the academy Deputy Sheriff II: • $5,264.00 - $6,398.00 Monthly salary • Up to 5% P.O.S.T. incentive The County of Sierra offers additional pay incentives in addition to the monthly salary: • Intermediate POST 2.5% of monthly base salary • Advanced POST 5% of monthly base salary • Field Training Officer (FTO) 5% while training • Shift differential 5% for swing shift • Shift differential 10% for Graveyard shift Paid Holiday leave: • 12 paid holidays • If scheduled to work on county holiday, you receive regular pay plus holiday pay.
Deputy Sheriff II or Deputy Sheriff III*Application*
Certificate: Current California P.O.S.T Certificate
Age: Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of the appointment.
Citizenship: U.S. citizen or anyone who is legally authorized to work in the state of California, under federal law, with the proper green card or visa, is eligible.
Education: Must have a U.S. High School Diploma –OR- U.S. General Education Development Credential (GED) –OR- A California High School Proficiency Certificate –OR- Have attained a two-year or four-year degree from a U.S. accredited college or university.
Background: Must have no felony convictions as a juvenile or adult and cannot currently be on any form of probation AND must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner. Must have no domestic violence convictions and cannot currently be the subject of a domestic violence restraining order.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment.
Salary: $5,114.22 - $6,216.37 Deputy II $5,526.61 - $6,717.63 Deputy III Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Flight Care Insurance CalPERS Retirement
Corrections and Communications Officer I, II, III*Application*
DISPATCHER/CORRECTIONS OFFICER I: This is the entry and training level in the Dispatch /Correctional Officer series. Incumbents initially work in a training capacity. Incumbents also learn and perform bailiff duties, maintaining the security of the courtroom and jury panels. As knowledge and skills increase, additional independent responsibilities are expected. After successfully completing the training and probationary period, incumbents are eligible for advancement to the next higher class of Dispatch/Correctional Officer II. Corrections/Communications Officer I
Dispatcher/Corrections Officer II: This is a mid-level classification in the Dispatch /Correctional Officer series. As knowledge and skills increase, additional independent responsibilities are expected. After the required experience, completing the required training, and demonstrating proficiency to meet the requirements of Dispatch /Correctional Officer II, the employee will be eligible for advancement to the next higher class. Corrections/Communications Officer II
Dispatcher/Corrections Officer III:
This is an upper-level position for this Sheriff/Coroner’s staff classification. The Dispatcher/Corrections Officer III is expected to: Thoroughly understand sheriff’s office policies, procedures, rules, and laws pertaining to the operation of the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Communications Center, Jail, and Temporary Court Holding/Jail Facility. Thoroughly understand the dispatch CAD system. Have a basic understanding of the department’s radio system including the communications room and radio repeater systems. Follow both oral and written directions. Observe, remember, and document events accurately. Obtain statements and information from victims, witnesses, and suspects. Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action under all conditions. Write clear and comprehensive reports and properly document CAD calls. Care for and maintain departmental vehicles and equipment. Maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees, county employees, and the public. Corrections/Communications Officer III
