Reserve Deputy Sheriff-Lateral

Reserve Deputy Sheriff-Lateral The voluntary Reserve Deputy Sheriff-Lateral (RDS-Lateral) position receives monetary compensation of $1.00 annually for the performance of their duties. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Reserve Forces Detail is encompassed by community members who volunteer their time and energy to fulfill many of the roles which are traditionally handled by full-time, Deputy Sheriffs. Our Reserve Deputy Sheriffs undergo the same hiring standards as full-time Deputies and work alongside them in support of every aspect of the Department operations. A volunteer organization of individuals who are utilized to supplement the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's law enforcement manpower. Like full-time deputies, reserve deputies are professionally trained and duly sworn law enforcement personnel. In most cases, reserves are assigned to the same duties as full-time deputies. Reserve Deputies are required by law to meet the same hiring, background, medical and psychological standards as full-time deputies. Most reserve deputies are available to work in virtually all aspects of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. After becoming field qualified, a Level 1 reserve deputy can work patrol alone or with a partner and has peace officer status. Example Of Duties Of A Deputy Sheriff Testify in court, make a forcible arrest, search for and handle evidence/contraband, use a firearm, drive a County vehicle. Essential Job Functions Takes action, as deemed appropriate and within the guidelines of the law and departmental policy, in response to any public offense committed to which there is immediate danger to person or property or of the escape of the perpetrator of such offense whether on or off duty. Performs law enforcement administrative and operational duties such as writing reports, maintaining logs and other records. Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures resulting from changes in laws or other legal mandates affecting functional area of assignment. Takes responsibility for and maintains all equipment, including weapons, ammunition, and other specialized law enforcement equipment; attends required training; and maintains proficiency in all issued equipment. Responds to emergent situations such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or other tactical situations to protect lives and prevent criminal acts. Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings. Performs collateral duties as assigned. Performs community-based policing, interacts with community residents, and engages in collaborative problem solving. Correctional Or Court Facility Assignments Controls, monitors, and supervises inmate conduct in housing units during meals, bathing, recreational activities, or work assignments according to established policies, regulations, and procedures to prevent escapes, injuries, or violence. Interprets and enforces correctional rules and regulations, such as California Code of Regulations, Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities, Title XV. Searches inmates, including performing clothed and unclothed body searches, and inspects housing units for contraband such as weapons or drugs to maintain the security and safety of inmates. Monitors movement and maintains security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates within a correctional or court facility. Transports inmates to hospitals as needed for medical treatment and provides security as needed. Maintains visual surveillance of inmates and facilities according to departmental policy and established schedule through direct observation and the use of video equipment. Responds to inmate disturbances or emergencies and takes action to control the situation in accordance with legal guidelines, training, and established departmental policies and procedures. Conducts, records, and reports inmate count during shift to ensure all inmates are present and that accurate documentation is maintained. Responds to incidents of suspected criminal activity within a facility such as physical assaults; conducts preliminary investigations; gathers and maintains the chain of evidence; writes reports; and makes arrests as necessary. Provides jail orientation and responds to questions, concerns, and requests from inmates. Oversees and monitors access to attorney rooms, visiting areas, and other controlled locations. Serves as a Superior Court bailiff by assisting the court in maintaining order and by providing security for inmates in custody and for jurors. Serves all writs, notices, or other processes issued by superior courts in the manner prescribed by law. Transports sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates to and from courts, correctional facilities, or other locations. Patrol Station/Specialized Unit/Other Non-Custodial Assignments Patrols designated area in a patrol car to enforce laws and prevent or suppress crime; responds to reports of suspected criminal activity or disturbance such as physical assault, rape, homicide or burglary; makes preliminary investigations; gathers and maintains the chain of evidence; and makes arrests as warranted. Responds to requests for service from the public regarding suspected criminal activities such as those involving juveniles, narcotics, vice, license violations, or nuisance complaints, and initiates the investigation of incidents. Responds to locations of traffic accidents to assist victims; takes control to maintain traffic flow; obtains evidence and interviews suspects, witnesses, and victims; documents findings in a written report, and issues citations or makes arrests as warranted. Transports inmates to or from courts, stations, emergency medical facilities or other correctional facilities. Conducts personnel background investigations by interviewing employers, neighbors, personal references, and family members and prepares reports of significant information obtained. Guards and maintains the security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates by enforcing detention policies and procedures in station jails. May Be Assigned To Perform Specialized Duties In Assignments Such As The Following Exercises technical supervision over other line personnel, including but not limited to patrol, custody, detective, court services, and technical services. Plans and conducts law enforcement courses and seminars including classroom instruction and practical demonstration; tests and evaluates participants' knowledge and performance. Exercises technical supervision over field training activities in various patrol procedures and techniques such as report writing, vehicle pullover and approach, traffic control, arrest, and search and seizure. Coordinates operational activities such as scheduling patrol units and resolving community concerns and incoming calls for service at a Sheriff's patrol station. Conducts polygraph investigations of suspects, victims, or witnesses to determine the validity of their statements; conducts polygraph examinations of applicants for Deputy Sheriff. Serves as a detective in a specialized investigative unit such as burglary, juvenile gang, child abuse, forgery, commercial crimes, vice, or narcotics, with responsibility for investigating crimes, identifying and apprehending criminals, and assisting in the prosecution of court cases. May Be Assigned To Perform Highly Specialized Duties In Assignments Such As The Following Conducts complex major investigations in such areas as homicide, arson, and fraud, requiring extensive technical knowledge and skill, and the ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and synthesize massive amounts of information. Performs duties such as flying a helicopter and making mountain and underwater rescues requiring extensive training, skills, and certification or licensure. Selection Requirements Age: Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application. Employment Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. License: A valid California class "C" driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Must possess a current, non-expired California class "C" driver license or above at the time of application. Experience: Option I: A current Level I or Level II reserve peace officer with at least two years of continuous peace officer experience in a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency and must have a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate OR Proof of Eligibility (POE) issued by P.O.S.T OR a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Reserve Module II academy certificate of completion at the time of application. Option II: A current full-time or former peace officer with at least two years of continuous peace officer experience in a California P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement agency and must have a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate (not previously expired) at the time of application. Former Peace Officers who qualify under this option must apply within three years from their separation date. Option III: Completed the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department academy within the last three years. Certification: Must have completed the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department academy within the last three yearsOR possess a current and valid California P.O.S.T. certificate (not previously expired) OR have active Peace Officer status with a California P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate(s) ORProof of Eligibility (POE) issued by P.O.S.T at the time of application. Physical Class IV - Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. Physical Requirements: Must be in good general physical condition, and free from any medical condition that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the essential duties of this classification. Vision: At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. Successful soft contact lens wearers are not required to meet the uncorrected standard as long as their corrected vision is 20/30 in each eye. Color perception: Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying. Hearing: There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test

Created: 2026-03-04