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Job Description
Are you seeking an exciting career in law enforcement? The San Diego County Sheriff's Office has an immediate vacancy for a Sheriff's Range Guard. If you are driven by challenge, qualified applicants are encouraged to apply now! The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment.
Future Salary Increases:
•June 2026 - 4.80% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment) •June 2027 - 4.30% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment) The Sheriff's Range Guard is responsible for ensuring adherence to County ordinances, rules and regulations concerning the Sheriff's Training Facilities and Ranges. Duties include providing information to law enforcement agencies regarding location, operations, scheduling of facilities, billing, recording all agencies and individuals use, monitoring use of the training facility/range for compliance of department safety standards, rules and regulations, performing minor facility maintenance and repair, and performing security checks on Sheriff's canine. Additional information please visit Sheriff's Range Guard job classification. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid Guard Registration card issued by the Bureau of Collection and Investigative Services, Department of Consumer Affairs, State of California ; AND , Possession of a valid Bureau-issued Firearms Qualification Card in order to carry an exposed firearm ; AND , One (1) year of experience as a Security Guard providing protective services to people or property and/or preventing theft of property or similar related experience in the U.S. military police, or law enforcement community providing protective services to people or property. Certifications/Registrations Possession of a valid Guard Registration card issued by the Bureau of Collection and Investigative Services, Department of Consumer Affairs, State of California is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Possession of a valid Bureau-issued Firearms Qualification Card in order to carry an exposed firearm while on duty is required and must be acquired prior to appointment and maintained throughout employment. Background Qualifications Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a thorough background investigation which may include a truth verification examination or test. Condition Of Employment As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Hiring Process The Department of Human Resources will remove personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age, and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Evaluation Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying. Accommodation Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans. Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information. Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the Military Skills Translator to access the tool. The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.
Our values include:
integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) . Disaster service workers Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers . The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county , city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
