Deputy Sheriff I/II

Salary: $67,412.80 – $88,254.40 Annually.

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision, the incumbent performs law enforcement and crime prevention work, including patrol, investigations, and special assignments, ranging from routine to complex tasks. This includes serving as a Deputy Coroner, conducting incident investigations, performing identification work, and handling related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license.
• Current enrollment in or successful completion of the regular basic law enforcement academy. Successful completion of the academy is required before the date of hire. OR
• Completion of the California POST Basic Course Waiver Process prior to application; and
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid POST Regular Basic Certificate. Must be eligible to apply for the POST Certification upon completion of the probationary period.
• Some previous professional law enforcement work experience or completion of advanced education in criminal justice is highly desirable.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, behavioral sciences, or a closely related field is preferred.