Salary: See Position Description Location : Throughout Riverside County Job Type: Regular Job Number: 24-37509-04 Department: Sheriff Opening Date: 07/02/2024 ABOUT THE POSITION The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting for Correctional Deputy Trainees and Deputy Sheriff Trainees to be assigned throughout Riverside County. Correctional Deputy Trainee SeriesCorrectional Deputy Trainee (While in the 12-week academy) Correctional Deputy I (Upon successful completion of the academy) Correctional Deputy II (Upon successful completion of an 18-month probationary period) $25.23 - $25.99 Hourly$27.68 - $33.69 Hourly$30.38 - $42.28 Hourly$4,373.17 - $4,504.36 Monthly$4,798.66 - $5,838.84 Monthly$5,265.59 - $7,329.00 Monthly$52,477.98 - $54,052.34 Annually$57,583.97 - $70,066.05 Annually$63,187.07 - $87,948.02 Annually Deputy Sheriff Trainee SeriesDeputy Sheriff Trainee (While in the 6-month academy) Deputy Sheriff (Upon successful completion of the academy) $30.76 - $45.12 Hourly$33.74 - $51.59 Hourly$5,331.40 - $7,821.18 Monthly$5,848.35 - $8,942.46 Monthly$63,976.85 - $93,854.18 Annually$70,180.24 - $107,309.49 Annually Meet the Team! The law enforcement professionals of the Riverside County Sheriff's Office, with a staff of over 3,600 dedicated men and women, cover the expanse of over 7,300 square miles in southern California. The Sheriff's Office is dedicated to serving the citizens of its communities with integrity, professionalism, leadership, and loyalty and believes in service above self. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIESFor more information on essential duties and examination requirements, please select the respective position:Correctional Deputy TraineeDeputy Sheriff Trainee***Laterals and Pre-Service Click Here!*** This application is for Trainee positions only. If you are applying as a Lateral or Pre-Service, do not submit this application. Instead, please review the qualifications and submit your application MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education, or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Legality for Employment: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. ANDCORRECTIONAL DEPUTY TRAINEE Age: Must be at least 18 years old. ORDEPUTY SHERIFF TRAINEE Age: Must be at least 20 years and 9 months old at the start of the academy. SHERIFF'S OFFICE APPLICATION PROCESS
Online Application via Government Jobs Written Examination (unproctored, computerized assessment) Physical Agility Test (PAT) Pre-Background Questionnaire Background Application via eSOPH Extensive Background Investigation, including interview Polygraph Examination Pre-Employment Psychological Assessment Medical Exam, including a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening (refusal to submit to testing or positive results for drugs, alcohol, or unexplained legal prescription drugs is an automatic disqualification). Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all the steps listed above. If offered employment, candidates will be referred to complete their academy training at the Ben Clark Training Center. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONContact Information If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact our office at 888-Join-RSD (888-###-####) or APPLICATION INFORMATIONVeteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (). Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving At Will, are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at ...@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-###-####. MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect through the RSA Benefit Trust. The County provides a monthly Flexible Benefit Credit contribution to the RSA Benefit Trust on behalf of each RSA member as governed by the applicable RSA Memorandum of Understanding towards the cost of these plans. Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as classic members . Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation. Note: This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) ###-####, Option 2. If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) ###-#### to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options (Nationwide or VALIC). Employees may contribute bi-weekly deduction up to the annual maximum on a pre-tax basis as governed under IRS regulations. VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual): 0 < 3 years = 80 Hours (10 Days) 4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days) 10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days) Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 700 hours. SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual. HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Up to five (5) days of accrued Sick Leave may be used DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $249.70 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks. POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable RSA Memorandum of Understanding. OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information. 01 Based on the requirements below, please select the position/s you are applying for:
Correctional Deputy Trainee (non-sworn position): Must be at least 18 years old.
Deputy Sheriff Trainee (sworn position): Must be at least 20 years 9 months old at the start of the academy.
*Please note: If you qualify for both positions, the position for which you move forward in the process will be determined by the results of your physical agility test.
- Correctional Deputy Trainee
- Deputy Sheriff Trainee
- Both Positions
02 What is the highest level of education you have completed from an accredited school, college, or university? ***If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI).
- High School Diploma
- U.S. G.E.D. Certificate
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None of the above
03 Are you at least 18 years old?
04 Are you at least 20 years and 6 months old?
05 Select the answer that best describes your current driver license status:
- I have a valid California Class C license.
- I am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
- I currently have a valid out-of-state driver license, and am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
- I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver license.
06 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?
07 Do you currently have any felony convictions on your criminal record?
08 Are you currently on any form of court ordered Formal or Summary Probation?
09 Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving domestic violence, or are you currently the subject of a domestic violence restraining order?
10 Have you ever been convicted of a DUI? If yes, how long ago?
- No
- 0-12 months
- 1-3 years
- 3+ years
11 When was the last time you used PCP?
- Never
- 0-10 years
- 10-20 years
- 20+ years
12 When was the last time you used Heroin?
- Never
- 0-15 years
- 15-20 years
- 20+ years
13 When was the last time you used Ecstasy or GHB?
- Never
- 0-1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3+ years
14 When was the last time you used LSD?
- Never
- 0-5 years
- 5-10 years
- 10+ years
15 From the options below, which best describes your military status?
- I am currently in full-time military active duty service.
- I have been honorably discharged from full-time military active duty service within the last 12 months.
- I have been honorably discharged from full-time military active duty service within the last 12 months, AND am now in a Reserve or Guard duty service.
- I am currently in or have been discharged from a Reserve or Guard duty service.
- I have been discharged from the military over 12 months ago.
- None of the above.
16 I understand that by submitting this application, I will be considered for a Trainee position only and I will be required to complete all steps of the hiring process. If you believe you qualify for Lateral or Pre-Service consideration, do not submit this application for Trainee, instead click
17 I am aware any false statements made on this questionnaire will cause my name to be removed from the eligibility list or be cause for non-selection by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. I further understand that all information and responses I provide in this application will be subject to verification through a polygraph examination should I move forward in the selection process. I also acknowledge this record is confidential and will be the property of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
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