Deputy Sheriff Trainee (Operations) (40 hour Extra-Help until after POST Academy Graduation)

Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office; Modesto (CA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Deputy Sheriff Trainee (Operations) to begin training in a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy. Trainees will support patrol and crime-prevention duties while attending class and maintaining good academic standing.

The program includes a background investigation, state-mandated academy, and potential progression to a full-time Deputy Sheriff upon graduation.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required or must be obtained within six months of appointment.
• Possess and maintain a California Driver's License.
• Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.

Responsabilidades

• Patrol assigned areas and protect life and property.
• Assist in investigations, arrests, and court-related duties.
• Receive and respond to complaints and prepare reports.

Conocimientos

Physical endurance

Decision making

Observational skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED

First Aid & CPR Certification

California Driver's License

Age 21 or older

Descripción del empleo

The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office is recruiting to fill positions for Deputy Sheriff Trainee (Operations). Trainees will be required to pass an extensive background investigation and successfully complete a POST Certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

The Deputy Sheriff Trainee (Operations) will attend the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified basic law enforcement academy. This individual will perform routine law enforcement and crime prevention duties. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments. Performs related duties as assigned.

Trainees are expected to attend class regularly, maintain an acceptable grade point average, display class leadership, and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the rules, regulations, policies and general orders of the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office. Trainees will also perform other general non-law enforcement duties as assigned by the Department.

Deputy Sheriff Trainees selected will be required to attend the Basic POST Academy at the Stanislaus County Regional Training Center. Stanislaus County will pay for the cost of the Basic POST Academy. At the completion of the academy and successful graduation, trainees may be eligible to promote into a full-time position with the department as a Deputy Sheriff.

The County furnishes the trainee a service pistol, holster, gun belt, handcuffs, handcuff case, and academy uniforms.

Deputy Sheriff Trainees may also be considered for the Adult Detention core academy. The completion of the academy and successful graduation, trainees may be eligible to promote into a full-time position with the department as a Deputy Sheriff Custodial.

Questions? We're Here to Help! If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, the recruitment process, or need assistance with your application, please contact the Sheriff's Recruitment Team at [phone].

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Application Deadline: Continuous but may close at any time.

Apply by Date: September 28, 2026, by 5 p.m.

Physical Examination: October 13, 2026

Written Examination: October 13, 2026

Oral Examination: TBD

Application Deadline: Continuous but may close at any time.

Apply by Date: October 27, 2026, by 5 p.m.

Physical Examination: November 10, 2026

Written Examination: November 10, 2026

Oral Examination: TBD

Application Deadline: Continuous but may close at any time.

Apply by Date: December 1, 2026, by 5 p.m.

Physical Examination: December 15, 2026

Written Examination: December 15, 2026

Oral Examination: TBD

To learn more about the Sheriff's Office, visit https://www.scsdonline.com/.

While attending the Basic POST Academy the Deputy Sheriff Trainee will complete State mandated training requirements learning to fulfill the duties of a Deputy Sheriff Trainee, which includes the following typical tasks:

• Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property;
• Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summonses, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution;
• Collect fees due the County and serve warrants and make arrests;
• Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property;
• Investigate accidents and administer first aid;
• Receive and answer complaints;
• Prepare reports and keep routine records;
• Assist in the investigation of violations and/or offenses committed by or against juveniles;
• Interrogate persons suspected of crimes and prepare evidence for court presentation;
• Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer, transport prisoners, work in a custodial facility or in the courts; and
• Perform identification and photographic work, and administrative or special assignments.

KNOWLEDGE

• Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations;
• Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Secure information from witnesses and suspects;
• Read and understand policies, instructions, laws and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement activities;
• Write clear and comprehensive reports;
• Demonstrate physical endurance, agility and strength;
• Understand written and oral instructions;
• Make independent decisions;
• Work with and control sensitive, confidential information; and
• Operate a motor vehicle.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test; AND
• Physical/manipulative abilities required by the department; AND
• Mental/cognitive abilities required by the department; AND
• Possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment; AND
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License; AND
• Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.

NOTE: No felony convictions. Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read or see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity to permit their recording or accurate description, i.e., persons, vehicles, license numbers, addresses, street signs, items of property, written messages, printed material, etc.;
• Ability to hear normal speech and other audible events, even in combination with other environmental noise, i.e., gunshots, cries for help, glass breaking, alarm bells ringing, tires squealing, etc.;
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time;
• Walk, run, jump, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, stoop, squat, crawl, and climb;
• Carry the average weight of a person (approximately 165 pounds);
• Take physical charge of a person who may resist arrest;
• Work indoors and outdoors, including extreme heat and cold;

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