County of Santa Barbara, CA Looking for Sheriff’s Service Technician at Santa Barbara CA United States Full Time

Salary : $, – $, Annually

Location : County of Santa Barbara – All locations, CA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : — (O)

Department : Sheriff-Coroner

Division : Sheriff-Custody

Opening Date : / /

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

To learn more about the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office ,

please visit our website at http : / / wwwsbsherifforg

We are accepting applications to fill vacancies in All Locations for the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office

The list established will be used to fill current and future vacancies at All Locations in the Sheriff’s Office which includes North or South County Custody Operations or Law Enforcement Operations (separate lists for different locations will not be established)

Incumbents must be willing to accept an assignment at any location throughout Santa Barbara County A pplicant must check “All Locations” on the application agency wide question and supplemental questionnaire

POSITION : Under general supervision, learns and performs a variety of responsible, non-sworn technical and clerical based administrative duties in the Sheriff’s Office, within detention facilities, law enforcement facilities and in the field in support of sworn custody and law enforcement personnel;

may assist non-sworn Sheriff’s personnel, the public and / or other business related needs of the Sheriff’s Office; and performs related duties as required

This is an entry level, non-sworn generalist position that will gain required knowledge and abilities in the job field through on-the-job training and education

Some assignments will require regular and direct interaction with community members, inmates and possibly combative persons, but unlike sworn personnel the Sheriff’s Service Technician is not expected to have physical contact, and / or physically take enforcement actions

As a non-sworn classification, the Sheriff’s Service Technician is not permitted, nor expected to carry a firearm When not performing duties in the detention facility, law enforcement facility or the field, incumbents may perform general clerical and technical functions including, but not limited to assisting at the public counter, taking payments, ordering, receiving and dispersing office supplies and equipment, arranging for and transporting vehicles and equipment for maintenance, and other related duties as assigned

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES :

• A reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
• Integrity / good moral character
• Initiative / drive & energy
• Credibility / honesty
• A strong team approach
• Dependability
• Good judgment under pressure
• Effective communication skills

BACKGROUND DISQUALIFIERS :

• An admission of having committed any act amounting to a felony within five years in California, or in another state which would be classified as a felony in California
• An adult felony conviction in California, or with a conviction for an offense in another state which would be classified as a felony in California
• Currently on Probation or Parole
• Adult felony and / or misdemeanor conviction(s) may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and how recent
• Conviction of / or sustained petitions for any sex crime
• Recent use and / or possession of illegal drugs; Failure to reveal prior use will be disqualifying
• Unfavorable work history
• Poor credit history
• History of committing domestic violence
• Dishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent information
• Recent use of marijuana may be disqualifying
• Illegal possession of marijuana

Examples of Duties

Assigns, trains, monitors, and manages inmates in various work assignments such as in the warehouse, laundry facility, property room, or maintenance crews

Supervises inmate workers and inmates during meal periods, and issue of clothing, bedding, personal items and housekeeping supplies, and during recreation

Oversees inmate behavior as it relates to compliance with rules and regulations; prepares detailed narrative reports of activities observed and action taken

Operates County vehicles for business-related details, pick-ups, deliveries and transportation of low-risk inmates to work assignments and other destinations

• Supports Custody Deputies in maintaining the security of the detention facility; monitors alarms, video cameras and radio traffic;
• operates communication systems; controls and operates interior and exterior electronically controlled security doors and gates;

monitors and screens entry and exit of authorized personnel

Orders, tracks, organizes stores, secures and / or issues various supplies including linen and clothing, inmate property, office and maintenance supplies and equipment;

oversees or provides mail handling and courier services as needed

Transports vehicles and equipment as needed; monitors inventory and condition of equipment, arranges and oversees maintenance

Patrols restricted parking zones, either in a vehicle, on foot or by bicycle; marks and observes vehicles and determines conformity with parking ordinances;

issues citations as necessary

Locates abandoned vehicles by reviewing reports and citizen complaints, and through patrol activities; leaves warnings on vehicles;

notifies last registered owner; arranges for vehicle removal as necessary

Explains ordinances, citations or warnings to violators; appears in court to provide factual information regarding contested citations

Keeps routine logs, records, and inputs data into a computer; writes reports of activities

Interviews victims and witnesses of crime against property with no suspect information such as residential, commercial and vehicle burglary, petty theft, grand theft, vehicle theft and vandalism

Collects evidence at crime scenes, including the processing and lifting of latent fingerprints; transports seized, found, lost or abandoned property or evidence

Appears in court as a witness

Receives and responds to citizen inquiries, and gives general assistance or directions as appropriate; provides follow-up services such as notifying businesses of security issues, and emergency calls

Assists with traffic control at fires, special events, or other congested emergency situations, including setting up cones and road flare patterns

May transport deputies, equipment, citizens and witnesses as necessary

Assists sworn law enforcement personnel at crime scenes; collects identity information and interviews witnesses

• Meets with community members in attempting to resolve neighborhood issues; plans and delivers information on the prevention of crime, and personal protection;
• works with business and community members in developing crime prevention programs, recommending specific prevention apparatus and approaches to meet their specific needs;

explains applicable laws and ordinances

Employment Standards

• Education : Graduation from high school or passing of the GED test indicating high school graduation level , and;
• Age : At least years of age, and ;

Physical Fitness : Good physical condition with the ability to pass a comprehensive medical examination based on County of Santa Barbara medical standards, and the ability to pass a job-related physical agility examination

Additional Requirements :

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License at time of appointment
• Within the probationary period, incumbents must successfully complete all training, and obtain the ability to act with increased independence and responsibility as deemed adequate by the Sheriff’s Office
• Must have no prior felony convictions (unless fully pardoned) or be on probation; misdemeanors may be disqualifying, depending upon the number, type of violation and date of violation;

good moral character as determined by thorough background check; must submit fingerprints for purpose of a criminal record check and be found free from any physical, emotional or mental condition which might adversely affect the powers of a peace officer

Current or excessive use of drugs, sale of drugs, serious criminal history or deception relating to employment / criminal history may bar employment

• As a condition of continued employment, incumbents are required to successfully complete training as assigned by the Sheriff’s Office, act with increased independence and responsibility, and pass a probationary period within one year of hire
• Knowledge of : Safe automobile operation within the vehicle code; computer usage, software applications, and navigating web-based applications;

correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic mathematical skills

• Ability to : Stay calm in dealing with irate individuals in difficult situations; learn, interpret, apply, and explain rules, policies, codes and procedures including law enforcement codes;
• learn department policies and proper procedures on the gathering of evidence; establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping and tracking systems;
• write clear and comprehensive reports; establish, maintain and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• perform several tasks simultaneously amid noise and interruption; use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment in the application of general policy and legal guidelines;

communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; learn procedures used in maintaining security of a detention facility, analytically consider various types of community relations problems and make recommendations for remediation; maintain confidentiality

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the mobility to work in a jail facility and in the field, and a standard office setting

The employee is frequently required to handle or feel objects, tools or controls and to reach with hands and arms; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention for extended periods of time and to work under extended stressful situations;

vision to read the printed word, computer screens and closed circuit security monitors; and hearing to communicate effectively in person, on the telephone and over two-way radio equipment

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Working Conditions : Work is performed in a variety of settings, including in the field and standard office setting and a secured detention facility, and may require exposure to dangerous and life-threatening situations;
• willing to work any hour of the day or night (shift work) including overtime, weekends, on-call, and holidays as required;
• may be required to work in close proximity to inmates and / or combative persons; to comply with the Sheriff’s Office grooming standards;

and to wear a uniform or other apparel as required The Sheriff’s Office operates seven days a week, hours a day

Supplemental Information :

Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California Class B Driver’s License; Incumbent must successfully pass a one year probationary period

Desirable Qualifications :

• Knowledge of : Basic functions, principles and practices of custody and law enforcement services; applicable parking codes ordinances, and zone regulations;
• interview techniques and public contact skills; proper procedure to collect evidence; principles and practices of crime prevention;

basic functions of the Sheriff’s Office; cash handling procedures; proper telephone procedures and etiquette

Ability to : Working knowledge of various radio codes and the operation of various types of law enforcement equipment; perform technical, detailed and responsible custody and law enforcement support;

identify potentially dangerous situations and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations

Supplemental Information

Please read the SELECTION PROCESS : Be sure to frequently check your email throughout this entire process, this is the only way we will be notifying applicants regarding their status and to provide all the important information throughout the recruitment process

Application Review and Supplemental Questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards

Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) : Qualified candidates will be emailed a notice to complete and submit a Personal History Questionnaire

Candidates who successfully pass the PHQ, will advance to the next step in the selection process Failure to submit a PHQ by the deadline or a failed PHQ result will disqualify you from continuance in the recruitment

Online Skill Assessment : Candidates will be notified by email with instructions to complete the online assessments The deadline to complete the assessment will be clearly stated in the invitation

Candidates must complete and pass the assessment to be placed on the employment list

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least on the assessment to be placed on an employment list An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI

Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months

At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list

The Human Resources Department will notify you by mail if your name is removed

NOTE : Veteran’s preference credit is applicable for this recruitment ( points for veterans, points for disabled veterans)

• To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of : () honorable discharge from active military service;
• or, () discharge from a military or veterans’ hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service;

or, () completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act No time limit exists for veterans with % or more disability

To receive veteran’s preference points, you must : () check the Veteran’s Preference Points box on the employment application form, () submit a copy of your Form DD to the Human Resources Department on or before the test date, and () pass all phases of the examination process

The preference points will be added to your final test score

Recruiter will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment and Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines

Those candidates placed on the employment list will be certified to the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office for further consideration

The Sheriff’s Office will administer the remaining process outlined below for the Physical Agility and Department Selection Interview :

• mile run in under : minutes
• -yard obstacle course in seconds or less
• Maximum sit-ups in two () minutes
• Maximum push-ups in no time limit
• Maximum pull-ups in no time limit

The PAT is an important part of the Sheriff’s Service Technician physical requirements of the job Even if you are physically fit, we strongly advise that you begin pre-conditioning exercises now in order to increase the probability of success on the day of the exam

For the actual exam, you must wear appropriate athletic footwear and clothing You must pass all of the physical agility tests in order to qualify for further consideration

DEPARTMENT SELECTION INTERVIEW : Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview with the Human Resources detectives

BENEFITS : The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits For information about the benefits for the position,

In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for :

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

Disaster Service Worker : The County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service

Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS : The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants

Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting

We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution

Statement of Commitment

The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization

The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems

The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds

We envision a world where society and its systems (eg education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential

We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and / or Santa Barbara County ordinances

We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County’s mission and to embody a culture of “One County, One Future

Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members

We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PROCESS :

The Sheriff’s Office conducts a polygraph examination and in-depth background investigation If you feel your past may hinder your future from working for the Sheriff’s Office, please contact the Human Resources Bureau at () -, for assistance on determining your employment eligibility

Appointee must successfully pass the following :

Polygraph Examination will measure the accuracy of background information provided during the background investigation process

• Background Investigation includes an interview and in-depth background investigation of police records, personal and virtual character check, military, and employment histories;
• inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible;

have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and is a safe driver

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE : OPEN UNTIL FILLED; Online application and job bulletins can be obtained hours a day at

For recruitment questions, please contact Sheriff’s Recruiter Ms Ryan at

Retirement Plans

• Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
• Eligible to participate in (b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and Act plans
• For more information on our retirement plans, please visit : and

Health Benefits

• Choice of dental, vision and medical plans In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
• On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
• Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
• Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
• For more information on our health benefits, please visit :

Paid Time Off

• Vacation Leave to days per year depending on length of public employment
• Sick Leave days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
• Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
• Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
• For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)

Miscellaneous Benefits

• County Paid Term Life Insurance
• County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Childcare and Employee Discounts
• Relocation Assistance may apply
• Flexible work schedule may apply
• For more information on all of these benefits, please visit :

Compensation Summary

• To view the Compensation Summary specific to the bargaining unit for this position (link to full Memorandum of Understanding also available at bottom of the summary), please visit :
• This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions

Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meets the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin

I further acknowledge that if the County determines that I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin

Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application

Yes, I understand

I acknowledge, as part of the application process, the supplemental questions must be submitted along with the standard application form

Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental checklist Your responses to the following supplemental questions should assist you in determining whether you are willing and able to perform the requirements of the job

All supplemental questions require a Yes response to qualify and advance in the recruitment process

Yes, I understand

The Human Resources Department communicates with All Applicants through e-mail Please make sure your email address is entered correctly and it is current

If you feel you are not receiving your emails, please check your spam or junk inbox for our emails Please check selection process on job bulletin for dates notices will be sent out and dates the information is required to be completed

Yes, I understand

This position requires you to be willing to work at All Locations in the Sheriff’s Office, as well as, the understanding you can be transferred to another work location during your employment

Please verify on Agency Wide Question # that you checked the All Locations box for employment acceptance If not, you are agreeing to the terms regardless of the Location checked on your application

• Yes, I understand and agree to the terms
• I do not agree to the terms above I understand that I will no longer continue in the recruitment process for this position

Are you a high school graduate OR did you pass the General Education Development (GED) test exam from an accredited or approved institution?

Are you at least years of age?

A valid Class C California driver’s license is required at time of appointment

Yes, I understand

I acknowledge I am required to be in good physical condition with the ability to pass a job-related physical agility exam and a comprehensive medical examination based on County of Santa Barbara medical standards, as a condition for employment

Yes, I understand

I acknowledge that his job assignment is any hour of the day or night (shift work) including overtime, weekends, on-call, and holidays as required

Yes, I understand

I acknowledge while performing the duties of the job, I may be required to work in close proximity to inmates and / or combative persons

Yes, I understand

I acknowledge the work is performed in a variety of settings, including in the field and standard office setting and a secured detention facility, and may require exposure to dangerous and life-threatening situations

Yes, I understand

I acknowledge a condition of continued employment, appointee is required to successfully complete training as assigned by the Sheriff’s Office, act with increased independence and responsibility, and pass a probationary period within one year of hire

Yes, I understand

Required Question