Deputy Sheriff

Summary

About the Position

This 26‑week training focuses on preparing existing Detentions and Court Services deputies to advance their careers to Deputy Sheriff. Employees will attend the San Diego Regional Public Safety Institute at Miramar College, which includes classroom study, practical application, and examinations in Communications, Criminal Investigations, Custody Procedures, Force and Weaponry, Law, Evidentiary Law, Patrol Procedures, Physical Training, Defensive Tactics, Community Relations, Professional Orientation, Traffic Operations, and related subjects. Employees will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff and receive a promotional increase upon graduation.

Minimum Requirements At The Time Of Application

1. Successful completion of the County of San Diego Sheriff's Detentions/Court Services Academy.
2. Minimum age 20½ at the time of completing the online application; minimum age 21 at the time of appointment.

Condition Of Employment

Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening in accordance with the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Medical Screening Manual prior to beginning County employment. Illegal drug use and possession is prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Office employees.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEO Statement

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion. Our diverse workforce is our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Disaster Service Workers

Under California Government Code Sections 3100‑3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. This designation requires them to participate in disaster service activities as assigned by their employer or law.

Job Description

About the Position

This 26‑week training focuses on preparing existing Detentions and Court Services deputies to advance their careers to Deputy Sheriff. Employees will attend the San Diego Regional Public Safety Institute at Miramar College, which includes classroom study, practical application, and examinations in Communications, Criminal Investigations, Custody Procedures, Force and Weaponry, Law, Evidentiary Law, Patrol Procedures, Physical Training, Defensive Tactics, Community Relations, Professional Orientation, Traffic Operations, and related subjects. Employees will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff and receive a promotional increase upon graduation.

Minimum Requirements At The Time Of Application

1. Successful completion of the County of San Diego Sheriff's Detentions/Court Services Academy.
2. Minimum age 20½ at the time of completing the online application; minimum age 21 at the time of appointment.

Condition Of Employment

Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening in accordance with the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Medical Screening Manual prior to beginning County employment. Illegal drug use and possession is prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Office employees.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEO Statement

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion. Our diverse workforce is our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Disaster Service Workers

Under California Government Code Sections 3100‑3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. This designation requires them to participate in disaster service activities as assigned by their employer or law.