THE POSITION

This is the entry level class in the Deputy Sheriff series.  Incumbents in this class are responsible for following clearly established procedures in performing law enforcement, crime prevention, coroner duties, and/or correctional tasks.   

Incumbents are Academy Certified Sworn Peace Officers and are required to successfully complete the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office Field Training Program.   

Upon completion of the Field Training Program and as experience is acquired incumbents will perform assignments more independently.  Assignments are primarily oriented to patrol and court services, but may serve in other assignments as determined and directed by the Sheriff. 

Under immediate supervision, the Deputy Sheriff I-Academy Certified learns to perform law enforcement, coroner and crime prevention work including patrolling assigned areas, serving warrants and making arrests and assisting in preliminary criminal investigation.

 Final Filing Deadline: Continuous

Brochure:  Please Click on the link below

Deputy Sheriff I - Academy Certified Brochure