Sheriff's Security Officer

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Sheriff's Security Officer

Salary

$77,965.92 - $94,774.32 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

28426-D

Department

Sheriff

Opening Date

10/27/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

10/28/25, 12/30/25, 2/24/26, 4/28/26, 6/30/26, 8/25/26, 10/27/26, 12/29/26

Under direction, the Sheriff's Security Officer enforces security; safeguards and protects County and/or contracted non-County property, buildings, and equipment.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Basic law enforcement principles and techniques

• Operation of communication equipment used in the course of the work, such as radios, telephone, pagers, and related systems

• Rules, regulations, codes, and laws related to the work

• Report writing methods and practices

• Basic first aid

Ability to

• Maintain the security of building and grounds

• Practice the correct procedures of patrolling and directing traffic

• Administer basic first aid

• Effectively interview

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement agencies

• Meet and deal with the public

• Understand and apply various rules and regulations

• Maintain self-control under stress

• Demonstrate the correct use and care of firearms

• Communicate using radio transmitting and receiving equipment

• Use electronic security screening equipment

• Prepare legible, correct, and accurate reports

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable General Education Development (GED) Test.

AND

Satisfactory completion of an introductory course of training prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as described in Penal Code Section 832 (arrest and firearms training).

AND

Satisfactory completion of a course approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) in the carrying and use of a club or baton or possession of a valid and current baton certification issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs.

For more information regarding POST training courses, please visit the California Peace Officer Safety & Training website, at

For information on current courses being offered please visit this website, at

Special Requirements

Background/Criminal History: Applicants for Sheriff's Security Officer must pass a criminal history and background check which may include a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination and contact of prior employers and personal references. Applicants will be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigations.

Prior to appointment, applicant must successfully pass a medical examination and psychological screening.

Minimum Age Requirement: Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

Uniforms: Incumbents must be willing to wear a designated Sheriff's Department uniform.

Driver's License: Positions in this class require possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, before date of appointment. Failure to maintain the appropriate driver license may constitute cause for disciplinary action.

Hours of Work: Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends at various locations.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

Application and Testing Information

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here ( to apply.

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone ; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email

Inter-Office Mail Code:

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.

• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.

• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.

• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.

• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.

• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.

• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.

• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.

All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here ( for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

For information regarding County jobs:

Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at or , CA Relay 711. For more information, visit: Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions (

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Sacramento County, we strive to provide benefit programs designed to meet our employees’ current and future needs and help them as they balance their careers and personal life. County of Sacramento employees have a variety of benefits available. These benefits include:

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Health Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Life Insurance

• Critical Illness

• Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHSP)

• Deferred Compensation

More information can be found on the Benefits website (

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions.

VACATION:

Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:

14.5 holidays per year as recognized by the Board of Supervisors.

SICK LEAVE:

Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

Regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies may be eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:

The County’s defined-benefit pension plan is provided by the County Employees’ Retirement Law of 1937 and is managed by the Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System (SCERS) Board of Retirement. For more information, visit the SCERS website,

DENTAL INSURANCE:

For more information, visit the Benefits website (

LIFE INSURANCE:

The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

For more information, visit the Benefits website (

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:

A deferred compensation program is available through the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. For more information, visit the Benefits website (

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions

• Marriage or Family Relationships

• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care

• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

More information can be found on the Benefits website (

WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:

The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:

The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION:

In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: FAQs (

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:

Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.

Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT):

Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:

Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and

The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.

01

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score.

All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

I acknowledge that I will be disqualified if it is found that I have made a false statement of material fact or actual or attempted deception, fraud, or misconduct in connection with this application or examination.

• Yes

• No

03

Select the one box that best describes your highest verifiable level of education.

• None

• High School, GED, or equivalent

• Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) Degree

• Bachelor's Degree or higher

04

List school information for the question above. Include school name, type of school (i.e., public, private, trade), dates you attended. You may include more than one school.

05

Select the boxes that best describe the P.O.S.T. certificate(s) you possess.

• No California P.O.S.T. Certificate

• Current enrollment in a California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy

• Satisfactory completion of a course approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) in the carrying and use of a club or baton or possession of a valid and current issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs. (A copy of your certificate must be submitted with your application)

• Satisfactory completion of an introductory course of training prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) as described in Penal Code Section 832 (arrest, search and seizure, and firearms). (A copy of your certificate must be submitted with your application)

06

Select the one box that describes how you will submit your Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) certificate

• None

• I have attached my Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) certificate to my application

• I will submit proof of my Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) certificate to your office by 5:00 pm on the final filing date via email

07

I acknowledge that applicants for the Sheriff's Security Officer position must pass a criminal history and background check which may include a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination.

• Yes

• No

08

I acknowledge that applicants for the Sheriff's Security Officer will have former employers and personal references contacted.

• Yes

• No

09

I acknowledge that I will be fingerprinted for purposes of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.

• Yes

• No

10

I acknowledge that a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

• Yes

• No

11

I acknowledge that prior to appointment that I must successfully pass a medical examination and psychological screening.

• Yes

• No

12

I acknowledge that I must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

• Yes

• No

13

I understand that I must be willing to wear a designated Sheriff's Department uniform.

• Yes

• No

14

I acknowledge that applicants for the Sheriff's Security Officer position must have possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, before date of appointment.

• Yes

• No

15

I understand that failure to maintain the appropriate driver license may constitute cause for disciplinary action.

• Yes

• No

16

I am willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends at various locations.

• Yes

• No

17

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with law enforcement principles and techniques.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience applying training and experience with law enforcement principles and techniques

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience applying training and experience with law enforcement principles and techniques

18

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with communication equipment used in the course of work, such as radios, telephone, and related systems.

• None

• Basic: One year or less experience in the use of communication equipment in the course of related work

• Intermediate: More than one year but less than two years of experience in the use of communication equipment in the course of related work

• Advanced: Two or more years of experience in the use of communication equipment in the course of related work

19

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with law enforcement rules, regulations, codes, and laws.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience applying law enforcement rules, regulations, codes, and laws

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience applying law enforcement rules, regulations, codes, and laws

20

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with report writing methods and practices.

• None

• Basic: Completion of POST "Investigative Report Writing"

• Intermediate: Completion of POST "Investigative Report Writing" plus up to one year of experience "Investigative Report Writing"

• Advanced: Completion of POST "Investigative Report Writing" plus more than one year of experience "Investigative Report Writing"

21

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with basic first aid.

• None

• Basic: Completed a basic first aid course (current card expired)

• Intermediate: Currently possess a valid first aid card

• Advanced: Currently possess a valid first aid card and currently employed in a position where a valid first aid card is a required condition of employment

22

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with maintaining the security of a building and its grounds.

• None

• Basic: Completion of POST "Community Policing"

• Intermediate: Completion of POST "Community Policing" plus up to one year of experience providing building and/or grounds security

• Advanced: Completion of POST "Community Policing" plus more than one year of experience providing building and/or grounds security

23

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with effectively interviewing citizens.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

24

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement agencies.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

25

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with meeting and dealing with the public.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

26

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with understanding and applying various rules and regulations.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

27

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with maintaining self-control under stress.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

28

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with demonstrating the correct use and care of firearms.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

29

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with communicating using radio transmitting and receiving equipment.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

30

Select the one box that best describes your verifiable training and experience with using electronic security screening equipment.

• None

• Basic: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training"

• Intermediate: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus up to one year of related experience

• Advanced: Completion of the POST "Arrest and Firearms Training" plus more than one year of related experience

31

For each of the bullet points below include name of school or employer, position title if applicable, and applicable dates. You may include more than one school or employer.

Where did you gain your training and experience with:

• Law enforcement

• principles, techniques, rules, regulations, codes, and laws

• Report writing methods and practices

• Basic first aid

• Maintaining the security of a building and its grounds

• Effectively interviewing citizens and interacting with the public while maintaining self-control under stress

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement agencies

• Demonstrating the correct use and care of firearms

• Utilizing electronic security screening equipment

• Communicating using radio transmitting and receiving equipment

If you have no qualifying education or experience, write none.

32

I have read the General Requirements and Other Requirements as stated on the job announcement.

• Yes

33

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

• Yes

• No

34

Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) – three (3) months.

• Attended in the last four (4) – six (6) months.

• Attended in the last seven (7) months – one (1) year.

• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.

• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.

• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event.

35

List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended: • Name of event • Location of event • Month and year of event If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please type "None".

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