Deputy Sheriff I/II ID-6225

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
 
For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

An image without descriptionThe Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified and at which level, using the following recommendations.  
 
Deputy Sheriff I:
  • Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of appointment. Ideal candidates have enrolled themself in a California POST Academy. 
  • Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six (6) months of appointment.
  • Obtain and maintain firearms qualification.
  • Possession of a valid Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
  • Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or have proof of passing the general education development test.
 
Deputy Sheriff II:
  • Possession of a valid Driver’s License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
  • Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
  • Must maintain Peace Officer eligibility and certification through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
  • Possess and maintain firearms qualification.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. 

An image without descriptionSUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. Be sure to attach any qualifying documentation, which may include California POST Certificates and transcripts. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
 
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff’s Personnel Unit at linsonr@edso.org.
 
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates and at which job class level. Qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
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