Deputy Sheriff (Academy Grads & Laterals)

Colusa, CA
Colusa Sheriff's Office

Salary: $72,216.00 – $118,428.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Colusa County is actively seeking qualified individuals to fill existing vacancies and create an eligibility list for the Deputy Sheriff position. Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for a diverse range of patrol officer duties, addressing various peace-related situations. This includes safeguarding life and property, enforcing laws and ordinances, conducting criminal investigations, preparing reports, engaging in crime prevention and suppression, testifying in court, and providing information and assistance to the public.

Essential Functions:

  • Receives general supervision from higher level sworn staff.

Requirements:

  • One year of law enforcement experience is desirable.
  • Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
  • Current enrollment in a California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy, OR satisfactory completion of a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy (for entry-level applicants), OR possession of a Basic Certificate (for lateral applicants).
  • Possession of or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver’s license.
  • Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031(a): Be legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law.