Deputy Sheriff I/II — Protect, Investigate & Serve

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

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Job summary

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified individuals to join as Deputy Sheriff I/II, with opportunities across Patrol Operations in Placerville and South Lake Tahoe. Candidates must meet POST certification requirements and obtain eligibility within specified timelines, with driving and firearms qualifications.

This is a full-time position in El Dorado County, CA. Selected deputies will engage in proactive enforcement, investigations, and collaboration with specialized units,

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year of appointment.
• Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six 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 GED.

Responsibilities

• Respond to a variety of calls for service throughout El Dorado County, enforcing criminal and civil laws.
• Investigates juvenile and adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective.
• Coordinates crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence.
• Serves as a coordinator or team member in such special projects as drug enforcement, Office of Emergency Services and K9 handler.
• Provides Coroner/Public Administrator services.

Job description

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified individuals to join as Deputy Sheriff I/II, with opportunities across Patrol Operations in Placerville and South Lake Tahoe. Candidates must meet POST certification requirements and obtain eligibility within specified timelines, with driving and firearms qualifications.

This is a full-time position in El Dorado County, CA. Selected deputies will engage in proactive enforcement, investigations, and collaboration with specialized units,