Deputy Sheriff - Lateral

Deputy Sheriff

• Lateral 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Deputy Sheriff

•

Lateral Solano County, CA Fairfield, California United States Posted:

Feb 07, 2026

Salary:

$111,111.10

• $135,056.

58 Annually USD Full Time Public Safety

WHY WE EXIST

To Protect and Serve the Community! The Sheriff's office is dedicated to the protection and well-being of every person in Solano County by providing excellent community service Deputy Sheriff's provide services and protection to the public through performance of law enforcement dutiesO.S.T Certificate

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES

• Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.gov. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Deputy Sheriff-Lateral) and the recruitment number (24-513030-01) in your email or fax, and are due by the application review date. Previously submitted application materials (e.g. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m

• 5:00 p.

m. EOE/AA. Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS A

Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate by the final filing date. Candidates who fail to submit their Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING

Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained. How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.gov . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Deputy Sheriff

• Lateral) and the recruitment number (24-513030-01) in your email or fax.

Supplemental Information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age at the time of application. Must Possess a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license is required. A valid Class B California driver's license may be required depending upon assignment. Incumbent must be able to work in a noisy and stressful environment and which may require both near and far vision, exposure to communicable disease and involve lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds and which may include working with the full range of body movements involving reaching, bending, grasping and climbing. Incumbents must be able to work any shift, holidays and weekends, and anywhere in the County. Candidates for positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation and/or policy. Incumbents and candidates applying for positions in this class may be subject to, depending on job assignment, drug and alcohol testing as required under the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Testing includes post-accident and pre-employment, as well as random and reasonable suspicion testing as required by law. Incumbents of this class have full peace officer powers as delineated in the California Penal Code and must therefore meet training requirements in accordance with Penal Code 832 VETERANS

PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.

A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE

(GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST

BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE.

Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave To learn more, view our benefits summaries for safety and non-safety .

Closing Date/Time:

Continuous Solano County 707-784-6170 Solano County

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Service:

Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including: Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation) Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and, Administering and enforcing Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning Our employees : Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day-to-day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.

Culture of Learning and Development:

Solano County is committed to investing "In and For the Future" by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs: Tuition Reimbursement Program Annual Education Fair County Mentoring Program Leadership Academy Supervisory Trainings Skill Development Trainings Self-paced learning opportunities Solano County Video, click HERE .

Our Community:

Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight years — the only California community with that distinction. Live

• Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability. Learn
• Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis. Work
• The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries. Play
• Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Like us on Facebook!

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