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Please Note: Applications will not be accepted without submission of California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy Graduation Certificate or proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Duties may include, depending upon assignment, but are not limited to the following:   * Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property. * Conducts preliminary investigations and interrogates witnesses. * Tests for sobriety, performs CPR and First Aid, physically restrains subjects and prisoners. * Substantiate findings of fact in court. * Serve warrants, subpoenas and make arrests; serves subpoenas; investigates accidents. * Responds to death scenes and secures area, examines body and scene for forensic evidence. * Gathers information to assist in determining cause of death. * Coordinates and cooperates with responding personnel and release of body and/or organs. * Secures personal belongings and effects of the deceased, notifies next of kin. * May assist in the disposition of the deceased due to death by natural causes. * Refers questionable deaths to the Coroner's division. * Delivers and executes civil processes such as writs of attachment, possession and execution, subpoenas, summons and complaints. * Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies' investigations and arrests. * Lifts latent prints, takes pictures or makes sketches of crime scene and takes plaster at crime scenes. * Gather evidence and take statements in connection with suspected criminal activities. * Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition. * May function as a SWAT Team member or function as an undercover officer for the detection and prevention of the sale of narcotics and the arrest of drug offenders. * Performs public relations and community policing activities to include law enforcement education, public safety, and crime prevention. * May be assigned to schools, community law enforcement offices, correctional facilities, equestrian law enforcement, canine unit, lake patrol, or other special assignments. * Performs assigned shift responsibilities, maintains confidentiality; follows supervisor's direction and department rules and regulations; may assist with training new staff. Duties as assigned in the Court Security Services Division: * Primary duty is to serve as bailiff to the Superior Courts of Merced County. * Maintains security and preserve order in courtroom facilities. * Holds, guards and transports prisoners from Detention to Court and return. * During court, takes charge of jury, witnesses and other personnel involved in the cases. * May make court room arrests. * Provides support to other law enforcement agencies and Deputy Sheriff/Coroners outside of court related duties. * Develop a close working relationship with judges and court personnel in order to ensure the efficient operation of the court. * Keep records, prepare reports and perform related office work as required. * Protects assigned judge, jury, public and courtroom * Prepares detailed reports of all activities; deliver and execute civil processes. * Transports persons arrested to jail or court. Experience: Level I None. Level II Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement work equivalent to Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I. Education: High school graduation or equivalence. Certification: Possession of Certification of Completion from a Basic P.O.S.T Academy and First Aid and CPR certificates. Successful completion of Merced County Sheriff's Department Field Training Program required within one year of appointment. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Citizenship: Must be a United States Citizen Note: Applications will be accepted with proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Appointments will only be made after successful completion of Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. * Respond appropriately to situations; performs in-the-line-of-duty firearm responsibilities. * Physically restrain subjects and prisoners; maintain strength, endurance and agility. * Enforce California Penal and Vehicle Codes. * Follow orders and directions of senior staff in charge of command. * Perform job duties under stressful conditions. * Analyze data, complete comprehensive reports, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses. * Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. * Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. *  Maintain consistent/regular attendance and punctuality. * Effectively represent the County, Sheriff and department with the community. * Conduct activities on uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions. * Lift and move with help objects weighing over 100 pounds. * Perform timely and required procedures, duties and responsibilities. * Operate a personal computer and other office equipment. * Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives. * Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception. * Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects. * Kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl. * Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping. * Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion. * Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds. * Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of:  * The general geography and topography of Merced County. * Use and care of small fire arms; First Aid techniques. * California Penal & Vehicle Codes; Laws of arrest and rules of evidence. * Laws applicable to the apprehension, retention and treatment of prisoners and juveniles. * Principles of identification and fingerprint classification; code of Civil Procedures and Civil Processes. Ability to: * Observe and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places. * Understand and interpret laws and regulations relating to arrest and rules of evidence, apprehension, retention and treatment of prisoners and juveniles. * Understand and accurately interpret the Code of Civil Procedures and Civil Processes. * Secure information from witnesses and suspects. * Effectively perform Deputy Sheriff/Coroner duties and responsibilities. * Work in any area of law enforcement at an experienced level. * Make independent judgments, adopt quick, and effective and responsible courses of action during emergencies. *  Write clear, complete and comprehensive reports. * Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with those contacted during the course of work. * Meet standards of physical stature, condition, strength, endurance and agility. * Demonstrate proficiency in the use and care for firearms. * Perform notifications to next of kin of deceased with understanding and empathy.