Deputy Sheriff II

Location: Stockton, California, United StatesDeputy Sheriff II is a full‑time position within the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office. The role involves patrolling county areas, enforcing laws, conducting investigations, providing first aid, and preserving public safety.Typical DutiesPatrols County areas and enforces laws; checks homes, business establishments, schools and other features of the area for crime, suspicious circumstances and hazardous conditions; operates electronic communication equipment and responds to calls to preserve the peace and enforce laws to improve effectiveness and meet community needs.Arrests and conducts searches of suspects; renders assistance; obtains statements and information; marks, preserves, and may process evidence.Conducts investigations of crime, complaints and criminal violations; conducts coroner's investigations to inquire into and assist in the determination, circumstances, manner, and cause of death; gathers and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects.May supervise inmates in a variety of activities at detention facilities.Serves as bailiff; maintains security of and order in the court and removes disorderly persons when necessary; provides for security and safety of judges, jury deliberations, jurors, and the public; provides security and transportation of inmates to and from courts and other locations as required.Performs coroner duties, including routine inspections of bodies involved in traumatic or unexpected deaths as well as the scene of the incidents; identification of decedent; identifies and notifies next of kin; maintains custody and protects property of deceased persons.May act as liaison with federal, state, and local agencies; address public and private groups relative to community service programs such as neighborhood watch; may participate in conferences or seminars.Serves and executes civil processes.Patrols county waterways in boats; responds to and investigates reports of law violations and accidents; issues citations and makes physical arrest.Testifies at hearings and trials.Prepares incident, arrest, investigation and related reports.Administers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required (CPR).KnowledgeLaw enforcement practices, procedures, and resources; laws and ordinances of federal, state, and County general law enforcement; patrol and investigative practices and techniques; departmental policies and procedures; principles and methods of interviewing and interrogation; sociological concepts and communication skills in dealing with a diverse population; self defense tactics; procedures and laws governing obtaining and preservation of evidence; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; principles of normal and abnormal human behavior; community public and private agency resources; public relations techniques; first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); use and care of firearms; police report writing techniques; basic computer and modern office automation technology and pertinent software programs.AbilityUnderstands, interprets and applies laws, regulations, and ordinances related to law enforcement; enforces laws and ordinances; is honest and tactful in both pleasant and unpleasant situations; evaluates situations and determines appropriate courses of action; applies proper techniques of arrest and restraint; obtains information through interviews, interrogations and observations; records observations clearly and accurately; understands and follows oral and written instructions; communicates effectively both orally and in writing; exercises sound judgment and stays calm at all times including stressful and emergency situations; works effectively with prisoners, fellow officers, public officials, general public, and others; relates to a wide variety of socio‑economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrains or subdues suspects for the safety of themselves and others; works different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; performs duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operates emergency response vehicles; operates and cares for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment including firearms, restraints and tactical equipment; operates electronic communication equipment; operates basic computer hardware and software.Physical / Mental RequirementsMobility, lifting, visual, dexterity, hearing/talking, emotional/psychological requirements include frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking, driving, running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling, dragging up to 165 lbs, lifting up to 75 lbs, constant good overall vision, color perception, eye/hand coordination, depth perception, field‑peripheral vision, frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing and talking on the telephone/radio, ability to hear faint sounds, constant decision making, concentration, public speaking, dealing with emergency situations, working alone, occasional exposure to trauma, grief, death, hazardous materials, wearing safety equipment, shift work, noise and varied weather conditions.Equal Opportunity EmployerSan Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to for Those Covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)San Joaquin County complies with the ADA and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.BenefitsHealth Insurance: Choice of three plans: Kaiser Plan, Select Plan, Premier Plan. No cost for employee‑only coverage in Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage available at employee cost.Dental Insurance: Choice of two plans: Delta Dental, United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. No cost for employee‑only coverage.Vision Insurance: Provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP). No cost for employee‑only coverage.Life Insurance: Eligible employees receive term life insurance with face values increasing with years of service (1 year: $1,000; 3 years: $3,000; 5 years: $5,000; 10 years: $10,000). Regular employees have $40,000 County‑paid term life insurance.Flexible Benefits: Health Flexible Spending Account up to $2,550 annually with $500 carry‑over; dependent care assistance up to $5,000 annually.Retirement: Covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Additional information at Compensation: Section 457 plan with annual contributions up to $18,000 or 100% of incl. compensation; increased contributions for those 50+.Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave, Bereavement: Up to 23 vacation days after 20 years, 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days annually with unlimited accumulation, 3 day bereavement leave (additional 2 days for long travel).Additional Compensation: Post, FTO, Detective, Tactical, Boating Safety, Bilingual, Uniform Allowance, Pre‑Employment Physical Exam, Educational Reimbursement, Parking Supplemental, School Activities.Application ProcedureTo apply, please visit the official website at

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