Deputy Sheriff Lateral

LASD; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT is seeking qualified candidates for the Deputy Sheriff examination. The process requires meeting POST-certified training standards, current peace officer status, and LASD reserve experience where applicable.

Applicants should be prepared for a rigorous background review, medical and psychological evaluations, and a multi-stage selection process. Detailed eligibility and documentation instructions are provided in the job posting.

Qualifications

• Completion of LASD’s basic law enforcement training program approved by POST within the last two years.
• Currently employed as a full-time peace officer in a POST-certified agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience and possession of a Basic POST certificate at the time of application.
• Current LASD Reserve Deputy Level I status with three years of active LASD Reserve Deputy experience within the past three years, two in patrol duties.

Responsibilities

• Testify in court.
• Make a forcible arrest.
• Search for and handle evidence/contraband.
• Use a firearm.
• Drive a County vehicle.

Education

POST-certified officer training

Peace officer experience

LASD Reserve Deputy experience

Job description

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

EXAM NUMBER:

J2708T

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We encourage applications from anyone.

WHEN TO APPLY:

The application filing period will begin on May 29, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will continue until the needs of the Department are met. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, LA County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION

Salary includes P.O.S.T., patrol, and longevity bonuses.

$7,298.77 - $11,598.44 (BPC) Monthly

$7,520.77 - $11,951.22 (IPC) Monthly

$7,749.52 - $12,314.73 (APC) Monthly

• Testify in court


• Make a forcible arrest


• Search for and handle evidence/contraband


• Use a firearm


• Drive a County vehicle

For more information, please view the classification specification: Deputy Sheriff

EXPERIENCE and CERTIFICATION

Option I: Completion of the LASD’s basic law enforcement training program approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within the last two years.

Option II: Must be currently employed as a full-time peace officer in a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience and possession of a Basic POST certificate at the time of application.

Full-time experience is defined as a 40-hour work week. Must maintain active full-time peace officer status throughout the hiring process.

Option III: Current standing as a Los Angeles County Sheriff's (LASD) Designated Level I Reserve Deputy –AND– Three years of active experience* as an LASD Level I, II, or III Reserve Deputy within the past three years, two consecutive years of which must have been in a patrol capacity responding to a wide range of calls for service at a patrol station. *Active experience is defined as completing LASD’s required 240 hours per year of qualifying service.

You are required to provide a legible copy of P.O.S.T. profile report and one or more of the following:

1. A legible copy of the LASD's basic law enforcement training program certificate of completion OR


2. A legible copy of current and valid Proof of Eligibility (POE) issued by POST OR


3. A legible copy of current and valid P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate, must be submitted with your application. Documentation may be accepted via e-mail to: [e-mail]

PHYSICAL CLASS

IV- Arduous

This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.

VISION:

(1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. Successful soft contact lens wearers are not required to meet the uncorrected standard as long as their corrected vision is 20/30 in each eye.

(2) Color perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying.

HEARING:

(1) There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz.

(2) There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than:

30 dB at 500 Hz

30 dB at 1000 Hz

40 dB at 2000 Hz

40 dB at 3000 Hz

(3) There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicant's record may be reviewed by the Occupational Health Program's Service Consultant for final determination of qualifications.

LASDHIRING PROCESS

1. Application (including Supplement Questionnaire)


2. Structured Interview


3. Background Investigation


4. Psychological and Medical Evaluations

If during the hiring process, we determine that one or more components have expired prior to hire, you will be required to complete the expired component(s) again.

APPLICATION

The application includes a supplemental questionnaire which includes minimum requirements, working conditions, and pre-investigative questions. The pre-investigative questions will be used as part of the background investigation process. If you fail the pre-investigative questionnaire, you may be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

This is a non-competitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twenty-four (24) months.

STRUCTURED INTERVIEW & LIVE SCAN

You will participate in a P.O.S.T. mandated structured interview (SI). The SI evaluates your experience, problem solving, interest/motivation, interpersonal skills, community involvement/awareness, and communication skills. If you do not pass the SI, you must wait three (3) months to reapply. You will be live scanned.

PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS)

You must complete the required Personal History Statement (PHS). You will receive emails from the Department's electronic case management system, E-Hire, with instructions on how to complete the required PHS and submit specific documents (i.e., driver license, social security card, birth/marriage certificate(s) etc.). It is your responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to your background intake appointment. We will verify the copies against the original documents and return all original documents.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION & PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE

A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews, polygraph examination, law enforcement agency checks, and residence/employment checks. After the background investigation, those who are selected will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological and medical evaluations. You will be required to complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that will consist of questions regarding narcotics use, theft, arrest history, domestic violence, and driving history. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: Failure to appear to scheduled appointments, felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns, suspended license, driving under the influence, poor credit or employment history, substance abuse, and active criminal probation.

• Those disqualified from the background investigation, may be ineligible to reapply for any LASD position(s) for a minimum of twelve (12) months.

PSYCHOLOGICAL & MEDICAL EVALUATION

The psychological evaluation consists of a four (4) hour test followed by a meeting with a psychologist. The medical evaluation assesses physical ability, ensuring capability to participate in the demanding duties of the position.

• If you do not pass the psychological or medical evaluation, you will be ineligible to reapply for the position for twelve (12) months.

ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE

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ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles acknowledges that everyone has equal rights under the US Constitution We are dedicated to advancing Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion to combat racial disparities. We endorse the ARDI Strategic Plan to enhance equality, diversity, and inclusion in hiring and employment.

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED

LASD has a \"zero tolerance\" policy for its employees for the use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES

Applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout LA if you do not have regular access to a computer or the internet. Information about library may be found at https://lacountylibrary.org/

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD

You must file your application online using your own user ID and password. Using a family member's or a friend's user ID and password may erase your original application record, and may result in a rejection of your application.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

You must include your social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process, you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note, you will be contacted at a later time by a Sheriff’s Department representative that will guide you through the process. You will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible register.

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Department Contact Name: Sworn Examinations Unit

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