Deputy Sheriff (Lateral) - Butte County Environmental Health

Employees in the Deputy Sheriff classification are entitled to receive POST Certificate incentive pay up to 8%--Intermediate POST (3.5%) and Advanced POST (4.5%). Patrol (2.5%), FTO (4%), Investigator (5%) and other compensation premiums are detailed in section 14.00 of the Deputy Sheriff’s Association-General Unit Memorandum of Understanding.  All deputies have a take-home vehicle and are entitled to participate in a wellness program that includes a free onsite department only gym, functional fitness classes, physical therapy and access to a psychologist.  

FLSA: Non-Exempt

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public; and performs related duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned Sheriff’s Sergeant or higher ranking sworn personnel.  Exercises no direct supervision over staff. 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for independently performing sworn law enforcement duties in support of the Sheriff’s Department. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Incumbents may rotate through a variety of job assignments along planned career development lines to broaden skill and expertise in general law enforcement work and enable prompt deployment of trained personnel in response to the changing needs and priorities of the community.