Promotional Only Sheriff's Sergeant

County Of Humboldt

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Eureka, CA - USA

profile Hourly Salary: $ 35 - 46
Posted on: 06-11-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DEFINITION

Please note:

  • This is a promotional recruitment. Promotional recruitments are only open to permanent status County employees.

Under direction assigns schedules deploys and supervises deputies and/or support staff and participates in a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property enforcement of laws and ordinances crime prevention and investigation; directs and performs specified staff assignments; performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This class is a first level supervisor responsible for directing the work of Deputy Sheriffs and others. Incumbents may assist a Sheriffs Lieutenant or personally supervise a shift supervise a smaller section with established and less technical assignments or participate in specified staff functions depending on rotational assignments. This class is distinguished from Sheriffs Lieutenant which has management responsibility for the direction of a small division or major functional area.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans schedules supervises and reviews the work of Deputy Sheriffs and other staff and activities on a shift or in a specified function; implements organizational policy to achieve Sheriffs Office goals and objectives.
Serves as positive role model for subordinate deputies assists in providing for their professional development and ensures the appropriate workplace behavior of assigned staff.
Participates in the hiring of assigned staff recommending selection for management approval.
Trains staff in work procedures and provides technical assistance in difficult situations as required; conducts regular briefings with assigned staff.
Evaluates employee performance counsels employees and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action and other personnel decisions.
Supervises by radio or in person deputy response to a variety of law enforcement situations provides guidance and direction to deputies and interprets points of procedure policy and regulations.
Supervises and coordinates crime scene activities guides and directs deputies and ensures crowd control and the protection of evidence and the scene.
Performs complex investigative work in a variety of areas; interviews victims witnesses and/or informants to obtain relevant information; approves investigative techniques of assigned staff; conducts administrative investigations as directed.
May participate in special projects to prevent crime or apprehend possible suspects.
Patrols an assigned area to observe supervise and instruct subordinate deputies; assists or provides direction to deputies with unusual complex or emergency situations.
Responds to and resolves citizen complaints regarding departmental activities within established guidelines and authority.
Reviews submitted reports and records and directs corrections as needed; prepares reports and statistical data and maintains a variety of records.
Conducts periodic inspections and ensures proper appearance and condition of uniforms equipment and department facilities.
Maintains liaison with other law enforcement departments agencies and the courts.
Prepares and releases information to the public and/or media in accordance with department policy and applicable law.
Personally 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 suspect pursuit and apprehension and case preparation and testimony.
Testifies as subpoenaed in court.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:
  • Basic supervisory principles and practices.
  • Principles practices techniques and equipment used in law enforcement including patrol crime scene and later investigation pursuit and apprehension of suspects and arrest and custody of prisoners.
  • Laws codes regulations and court rulings governing suspect and prisoner rights search and seizure and rules of evidence.
  • Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work.
Skill in:
  • Planning assigning directing and reviewing the work of others.
  • Training others in work procedures.
  • Assessing emergency circumstances and developing implementing and directing appropriate response strategies.
  • Exercising sound judgment and remaining calm and taking appropriate action in difficult situations.
  • Reading interpreting and applying complex laws procedures and policies.
  • Observing and accurately recalling places names descriptive characteristics and facts of incidents.
  • Maintaining accurate records and preparing clear and concise reports and other written materials.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California drivers possess a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate. Must successfully complete the P.O.S.T. Supervisory Course within one year of maintain firearms be willing to work evenings nights weekends and holidays. Possession of a P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate is highly desirable.
Desirable Education and Experience:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is:
Possession of an Associate in Arts Degree or P.O.S.T. equivalent and five years of experience as a law enforcement officer at a level equivalent to the Countys class of Deputy Sheriff II.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

A complete original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for.Applicants must apply online through the Countys automated application system at must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer.

It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.

Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.


SELECTION PROCEDURE

The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received the selection process may consist of additional application screening written and/or practical exam(s) oral interview or any combination thereof.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to fill out the application

  • You should allow 30 45 minutes to fill out your application.

Can I change my application after submitting it

  • No. Once an application has been submitted it is final. Applicants may submit a new application with updated information during the filing period if they wish. Only the most recent application submitted will be considered. All other applications will not be considered.

How long until I hear back from you and how can I check for updates on my application

  • You may receive communications regarding your application at different stages of the selection process. Important updates will be sent to the email address listed in your account at the time of notification. To ensure you dont miss any critical information we recommend keeping your email address current and regularly checking both your inbox and junk mail folders throughout the process. You can also log into your account at any time to check your application status. If you have any questions about your applications progress please contact the County of Humboldt Human Resources Personnel Division at or

Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview / Oral Exam

  • Yes you will be informed via email if you are not selected for an interview / Oral Exam.


OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC Disabled Persons Veterans LGBTQIA community members etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the recognition of these structural and systemic factors the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways oftentimes outside of formal institutions and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicants qualifications for a position.

If youre excited about this role but your past work experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we strongly encourage you to apply.


REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The County of Humboldt is committed to providing equal access and opportunities in its programs activities and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disabilities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. If invited to an examination and you are in need of a reasonable accommodation please contact Human Resources immediately at so arrangements can be made.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race religion or religious creed color age sex sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status medical condition mental or physical disability military service or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws or ordinances.


MEDICAL EXAMINATION

A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.


OTHER EXAMINATIONS

Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.


LICENSES

Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California drivers license.


PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.


EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

It is the Countys intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.


DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.


THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.

DEFINITIONPlease note:This is a promotional recruitment. Promotional recruitments are only open to permanent status County employees.Under direction assigns schedules deploys and supervises deputies and/or support staff and participates in a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protect...
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Key Skills

  • guarding
  • Ieadership skills
  • Supervising
  • Incident Management
  • Computer Operation
  • Military Experience
  • Law Enforcement
  • Conflict Management
  • Qualitative Research Interviewing
  • Training & Development
  • Supervising Experience
  • Scene Management