Deputy Sheriff - Lateral (Open)

Effective January 22, 2026, the hiring and relocation incentives previously offered for this position are no longer active.This job posting has been revised on January 11, 2023 to update the eligibility requirement for employment in the United States under federal law.This job posting was revised on January 20, 2022 to remove the requirement of submitting scores for the Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Physical Agility test.Position OverviewThe San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is seeking current peace officers for the Deputy Sheriff (Lateral) position. Deputy Sheriffs facilitate community interaction, conduct investigations, patrol assigned areas, supervise and transport inmates, act as bailiff or civil deputy, and perform all related duties under general supervision.QualificationsCertificate: A valid California Basic POST Certificate. (Current full‑time peace officers of a POST‑participating agency who have completed the Basic Course and probationary period.)Education: High school diploma or equivalent.License: Valid California Class C Driver License or equivalent.Background: No felony convictions and no recent drug use.Physical Requirements: Free from conditions that impair fitness; uncorrected visual acuity at least 20/100, correctable to 20/30; weight proportional to height.Other Requirements: Willingness to work irregular hours, holidays, weekends, rotating shifts; no use of tobacco products for employees hired after October 1, 2004.ResponsibilitiesDeputy Sheriffs engage in community interaction and collaborative problem‑solving, investigate crimes, patrol assigned areas, receive, supervise, and transport inmates, act as bailiff or civil deputy, and perform all related law‑enforcement duties as assigned.Application ProcessApplicants must submit an online application through the County of San Mateo website ( including a copy of the California Basic POST Certificate.Applicants will be screened by a committee; successful candidates will receive notification of examination dates.The selection process includes a psychological evaluation, polygraph test, medical examination, and final interviews.All examinations are conducted in San Mateo County; applicants are responsible for travel costs.Applications are accepted online until the final filing date, announced at least 5 days in advance.Equal OpportunityThe County of San Mateo is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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