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SHERIFF / PERSONNEL - Sheriff Dave Kain
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a) OTHER THAN “A” STEP - Request approval to appoint applicant as Sheriff’s Sergeant, Range 47, Step 5, upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements
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Financial Impact:
The funds for this position are currently budgeted in FY 25/26, Budget Unit 2027.
Background Information:
The selected candidate is a POST Academy graduate and POST-certified Peace Officer with over 21 years of combined law enforcement experience, including service with Tehama County Sheriff’s Office, allied agencies and the United States Marine Corps. The candidate brings extensive expertise in rural crime investigations, SWAT operations, and narcotics enforcement, along with demonstrated strengths in team communication, operational coordination, and the effective utilization of law enforcement records management systems. Additionally, the candidate has a proven track record of building strong partnerships with the community and collaborating effectively with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
The candidate previously served as a Sergeant with an allied agency for five years, where they successfully supervised and coordinated a team of 10 personnel. In this leadership role, the candidate conducted pre-shift briefings, trainings, and inspections, while overseeing daily enforcement operations, including staffing, calls for service, report review, training, and complaint resolution. The candidate demonstrated initiative and leadership by updating procedures for concealed carry weapons permits, standardizing Internal Affairs investigation forms, and personally completing administrative investigations.
Further, the candidate contributed to organizational improvements by revising and updating departmental policies through the Lexipol policy management system. As the lead Range Instructor, the candidate was responsible for overseeing firearms training, marksmanship qualification, and ensuring compliance with safety and proficiency standards. The candidate also worked collaboratively with the Records Supervisor to enhance workplace efficiency by ensuring staff received proper training and support. Throughout their tenure, the candidate consistently ensured personnel were properly equipped and trained in applicable forms, case law, departmental policy, and tactical procedures.
The candidate’s depth of experience demonstrated leadership, and commitment to operational excellence justifies the increase to Step 5. The hiring of this employee is a benefit to the Tehama County Sheriff’s Office and the community we serve.
The Personnel Office has reviewed the candidate’s qualifications and agrees with placement at Salary Range 47, Step 5, upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.