Deputy Sheriff Recruit: Begin Your Law Enforcement Career

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers; Capitola (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Sheriff in California is recruiting Deputy Sheriff Recruits. No prior law enforcement experience is required; candidates will attend a POST-approved academy for 26 weeks of instruction and fitness training.

Upon graduation, recruits are sworn in as Peace Officers and promoted to Deputy Sheriff. The department emphasizes a professional, progressive reputation and offers numerous specialized assignments and career development opportunities across patrol, investigations, court

Qualifications

• License required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operators License.
• Education: US high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; or higher degree from an accredited college or university.
• Citizenship: US citizen or permanent resident eligible for citizenship with at least one year since applying.
• Age: Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Attend a POST-approved police academy (26 weeks) and complete academic and fitness training.
• Graduate and be sworn in as Peace Officers and promoted to Deputy Sheriff.
• Participate in ongoing assignments and career development within the Sheriff's Office.

Job description

Office of the Sheriff in California is recruiting Deputy Sheriff Recruits. No prior law enforcement experience is required; candidates will attend a POST-approved academy for 26 weeks of instruction and fitness training.

Upon graduation, recruits are sworn in as Peace Officers and promoted to Deputy Sheriff. The department emphasizes a professional, progressive reputation and offers numerous specialized assignments and career development opportunities across patrol, investigations, court