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Alameda County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Sheriff II Lateral Police Officer
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.
$111,132 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Bring Your Experience to Alameda County The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is hiring experienced peace officers for Deputy Sheriff II lateral positions . Continue your law enforcement career with an agency serving one of California's most diverse communities. Qualified California peace officers and eligible out-of-state officers are encouraged to apply. Earn up to $159,827 per year, plus a $15,000 hiring bonus. About the Position As a Deputy Sheriff II, you will protect lives, maintain public safety, enforce laws, and respond to emergencies throughout Alameda County. Depending on your assignment, your responsibilities may include: Patrolling assigned communities and facilities Responding to emergencies and calls for service Conducting investigations and preparing reports Enforcing local, state, and federal laws Supervising individuals in custody Providing courthouse and courtroom security Serving civil process documents Supporting emergency and public-safety operations Working collaboratively with law enforcement personnel and community partners Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet one of the following experience requirements: Have at least 36 months of full-time peace officer experience with a California law enforcement agency and possess a California POST Basic Certificate ; or Have qualifying out-of-state peace officer experience and possess a valid California POST Basic Course Waiver (BCW) Applicants must also: Be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment Possess a valid California driver's license by the time of appointment Be legally authorized to work in the United States Have no felony convictions Pass a comprehensive background investigation Pass psychological and medical evaluations Meet the required physical fitness, vision, and hearing standards Lateral Hiring Process Qualified candidates will move through the following process: Submit an interest form Complete the pre-screening survey Submit the official employment application Participate in an interview Complete the background investigation Pass psychological and medical examinations Receive a final offer upon successful completion of all requirements Take the Next Step in Your Law Enforcement Career Your experience matters. Join the Alameda County Sheriff's Office and bring your training, judgment, and commitment to an agency where you can make a meaningful impact. Apply today for the Deputy Sheriff II lateral opportunity. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Vision insuranceWork Location:
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Up to $159,827.00 per yearBenefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance