Deputy Sheriff Recruit-Eligibility List

THE POSITION A

non-sworn position to allow training of Deputy Sheriffs. New hires will have Deputy Sheriff Recruit status until successful completion of the basic P.O.S.T. Police Academy. Upon graduation, recruits will be placed into the sworn position of Deputy Sheriff

I. DUTIES

Deputy Sheriff Recruits are required to be enrolled and successfully graduate from a California P.O.S.T Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

SPECIAL NOTE

Recruits are not engaged in active law enforcement and are general members of the retirement system.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must meet the same requirements as that of Deputy Sheriff except prior completion of a basic police academy is not required of this classification. A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation. The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call (442) 265-1148 or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1. •

NOTE:

IF YOU BELIEVE YOUR CIVIL RIGHTS IN EMPLOYMENT MATTERS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, CONTACT THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICE, 940 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, PHONE

(442) 265-1017 (DO

NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OR JOB APPLICATION INFORMATION

).

About Imperial County:

Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed. Medical Standards Evaluation The County of Imperial adheres to the CA Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) requirements for medical and evaluation protocols of a sworn Peace Officer. For information regarding the POST guidelines, you can visit: https://post.ca.gov/medical-screening-manual