alameda county sheriff's office

Deputy sheriff II
(Lateral)

Earn up to $159,827/yr PLUS A $15K hiring bonus

Deputy sheriff II

EARN UP TO $159,827/YR PLUS A $15K HIRING BONUS

As a Deputy Sheriff II, you’ll protect and serve the Alameda County community by enforcing laws, maintaining public safety, and responding to emergencies. Responsibilities may include patrolling assigned areas, supervising individuals in custody, maintaining courtroom security, serving civil process, conducting investigations, and supporting emergency services.

minimum qualifications
  • 36 months of full-time Peace Officer experience with a California law enforcement agency and possession of a California POST Basic Certificate; OR qualifying out-of-state Peace Officer experience with a valid California POST Basic Course Waiver (BCW)

  • Must be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment

  • Valid California driver’s license by time of appointment

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

  • No felony convictions

  • Ability to pass a background investigation, psychological evaluation, and medical examination

  • Must meet required physical fitness, vision, and hearing standards

Hiring Process

STEP 1

Submit the form

Fill out the form below to indicate your interest.

STEP 2

Pre-Screening

Take our pre-screen survey. This will be sent to your phone number and email address after completion of the form.

STEP 3

Application

Apply online. The application link will be sent to you after completion of your pre-screen survey.
*DO NOT apply before completing the PELLETB and PAT, or your application will not be accepted. Once completing both exams, please submit your scores under the “resume” section of the application, or email them to elaine.lemi@acgov.org.

STEP 4

Interview

After your application has been reviewed, you will be invited to interview.

STEP 5

Backgrounds

Individuals who pass the interview stage will be entered into the background process, which takes an average of four months to complete. Upon successful completion, candidates will receive a conditional offer.

STEP 6

Psychological and Medical Examinations

Complete psychological and medical evaluations to ensure you’re prepared to meet the mental and physical demands of the Deputy Sheriff role.

STEP 7

Official hiring

Upon successful completion of the academy, receive your official offer and begin work as a Deputy Sheriff.

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