Sheriff’s Security Officer I/II

Placerville, CA
The County Sheriff of El Dorado

Salary: $47,403.20 – $64,001.60 Annually

Closing Date: 3/8/2025

Position Summary:

Sheriff’s Security Officers have the opportunity to serve their communities following the Sheriff’s Mission and Vision, protecting the El Dorado County Government Buildings and Superior Courts, and the persons within. Sheriff’s Security Officers are assigned to all Courthouses and specified Government Buildings within El Dorado County.

Essential Functions:

  • Provide security to assigned Superior Court facilities.
  • Protect persons and property within the assigned Courthouse.
  • Observe and report any potential safety concerns or hazards.
  • Control access to the building, utilizing metal detectors and other screening devices

Requirements:

  • Equivalent to graduation from High School
  • Be at least 21 years of age at time of application
  • Two (2) years of experience working with members of the public.
  • License and Certifications must be successfully completed within first year of employment
  • California POST Arrest and Firearms training course as described in Penal Code Section 832
  • California POST Baton course
  • Obtain and maintain firearms qualifications
  • Obtain and maintain CPR Certification
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record