What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff - Academy Graduate position at County of San Luis Obispo?
About The Position
The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office has an exciting opportunity to join their team of sworn professionals as a Deputy Sheriff. This opportunity is for individuals who are in the process of obtaining or have successfully completed a Commission on Peace Officer Standard (POST) certified, regular basic course within the last three years.
As a Deputy Sheriff with the County of San Luis Obispo, you are responsible for patrolling assigned areas for the maintenance of order and the protection of life and property. This involves a wide variety of activities included, but not limited to, reporting to scenes of disturbances, accidents, or reported crimes, making preliminary investigations, issuing citations, and arresting lawless persons. Additionally, you are involved in serving warrants and other legal papers, escorting and transporting criminals and psychopathic persons, and participating in raids. In this role, you may act as bailiff in Superior Court or in Municipal Court. Under general supervision, perform varied law enforcement duties and perform other related work as required.
The physical agility component of this recruitment is scheduled for Thursday, June 25 , 2 026 , at Cuesta College.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
(Not in order of importance)
Deputy Sheriff - $47.13 - $63.16 per hour
Other Incentives/Benefits
Click here to read the full job description for Deputy Sheriff.
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.
The Ideal Candidate
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or possession of a general education development test certificate indicating high school graduation level or its equivalent as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Proof of minimum educational requirement may be required.
Applicants must be in the process of obtaining or have successfully completed a Commission on Peace Officer Standard (POST) certified, regular basic course within the last three years. Proof of graduation from a POST academy or current POST basic certification is required prior to appointment.
Licenses And Certificates
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid California driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
How To Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcome.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .
The Physical Agility Test consists of four (4) events as follows:
Event 1 - 1.5 Mile Run: Must be completed in fifteen (15) minute or less.
Event 2 - Push-Ups: Two (2) minute max time limit for as many as you can do with proper form. During the exercise you can only rest in "plank" position; plank must have proper form; knees cannot touch the ground.
Event 3 - Sit-Ups: Two (2) minute max time limit for as many as you can do with proper form. During the exercise, arms must be behind the head; candidate can rest in up position.
Event 4 - Pull-Ups: Must attempt at least one (1) unassisted rep starting in "hang" position; candidate can rest in "hang" position. Note: If you attempt the pull-up and are not able to complete it, you do have the ability to make up those points with the push-ups and sit-ups.
Since one (1) of the events involves running, you can prepare for the test by practicing both short sprints and longer runs.
The other three (3) events involve upper body and core strength. It is possible to condition yourself for these by doing similar total body exercises.
As mentioned above, scores are cumulative for events 2, 3, and 4. The scoring system below can be used to determine different exercise combinations that will yield a passing score for the physical agility exam. Candidates must attain a cumulative score of 14 in order to pass. Please note that the scores reflected below will be used for this recruitment, however, are subject to change at any time. Please do not refer to this chart for future recruitments. Scores will be reposted with each recruitment to be sure candidates are receiving the most up to date information available.
Push-Up Sit-Up Pull-Up 1.5 Mile Run
1-4 = 3 >10 = 0 1 = 6 15 minutes pass/fail
5-7 = 4 11-17 = 1 2-4 = 7
8-10 = 5 18-22 = 2 5-7 = 8
11-13 = 6 23-27 = 3 7 = 9
14-16 = 7 28-32 = 4
17 = 9 33-38 = 6
39-44= 8
45 = 9
Background Check
To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement .
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office has an exciting opportunity to join their team of sworn professionals as a Deputy Sheriff. This opportunity is for individuals who are in the process of obtaining or have successfully completed a Commission on Peace Officer Standard (POST) certified, regular basic course within the last three years.
As a Deputy Sheriff with the County of San Luis Obispo, you are responsible for patrolling assigned areas for the maintenance of order and the protection of life and property. This involves a wide variety of activities included, but not limited to, reporting to scenes of disturbances, accidents, or reported crimes, making preliminary investigations, issuing citations, and arresting lawless persons. Additionally, you are involved in serving warrants and other legal papers, escorting and transporting criminals and psychopathic persons, and participating in raids. In this role, you may act as bailiff in Superior Court or in Municipal Court. Under general supervision, perform varied law enforcement duties and perform other related work as required.
The physical agility component of this recruitment is scheduled for Thursday, June 25 , 2 026 , at Cuesta College.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
(Not in order of importance)
- Patrol assigned areas for the maintenance of order and the protection of life and property;
- Report to scenes of disturbances, accidents, or reported crimes, and make preliminary investigations, issue citations, arrest lawless persons, or take other appropriate action;
- Protect and collect evidence;
- Enforce laws and ordinances, and assist other law enforcement agencies;
- Receive and transmit radio messages; use computer applications;
- Serve warrants and other legal papers;
- Escort and transport criminals and psychopathic persons;
- Participate in raids; testify in court; and may act as bailiff in Superior Court;
- Receive, search, book, photograph, fingerprint, and guard prisoners that are incarcerated by the Sheriff's Office;
- Perform identification record keeping duties;
- Use firearms and other devices for personal security and protection of others;
- Preserve law and order, and apprehend criminals;
- Give assistance to distressed persons, and administer first aid;
- Assist in Coroner investigations;
- Prepare reports and keep record of activities.
Deputy Sheriff - $47.13 - $63.16 per hour
Other Incentives/Benefits
- Educational Incentive upon completion of an associate’s degree, bachelor's degree or POST certification
- $1,500 Safety Equipment allowance upon hire
- Bilingual incentive pay and bilingual hiring bonus
- Differential Pay (5% evening, 10% night)
- County contribution of up to $1,934 per month toward medical insurance costs
Click here to read the full job description for Deputy Sheriff.
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.
The Ideal Candidate
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or possession of a general education development test certificate indicating high school graduation level or its equivalent as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Proof of minimum educational requirement may be required.
Applicants must be in the process of obtaining or have successfully completed a Commission on Peace Officer Standard (POST) certified, regular basic course within the last three years. Proof of graduation from a POST academy or current POST basic certification is required prior to appointment.
Licenses And Certificates
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid California driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
How To Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcome.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .
The Physical Agility Test consists of four (4) events as follows:
- 1.5 Mile Run
- Push-Ups
- Sit-Ups
- Pull-Ups
Event 1 - 1.5 Mile Run: Must be completed in fifteen (15) minute or less.
Event 2 - Push-Ups: Two (2) minute max time limit for as many as you can do with proper form. During the exercise you can only rest in "plank" position; plank must have proper form; knees cannot touch the ground.
Event 3 - Sit-Ups: Two (2) minute max time limit for as many as you can do with proper form. During the exercise, arms must be behind the head; candidate can rest in up position.
Event 4 - Pull-Ups: Must attempt at least one (1) unassisted rep starting in "hang" position; candidate can rest in "hang" position. Note: If you attempt the pull-up and are not able to complete it, you do have the ability to make up those points with the push-ups and sit-ups.
Since one (1) of the events involves running, you can prepare for the test by practicing both short sprints and longer runs.
The other three (3) events involve upper body and core strength. It is possible to condition yourself for these by doing similar total body exercises.
As mentioned above, scores are cumulative for events 2, 3, and 4. The scoring system below can be used to determine different exercise combinations that will yield a passing score for the physical agility exam. Candidates must attain a cumulative score of 14 in order to pass. Please note that the scores reflected below will be used for this recruitment, however, are subject to change at any time. Please do not refer to this chart for future recruitments. Scores will be reposted with each recruitment to be sure candidates are receiving the most up to date information available.
Push-Up Sit-Up Pull-Up 1.5 Mile Run
1-4 = 3 >10 = 0 1 = 6 15 minutes pass/fail
5-7 = 4 11-17 = 1 2-4 = 7
8-10 = 5 18-22 = 2 5-7 = 8
11-13 = 6 23-27 = 3 7 = 9
14-16 = 7 28-32 = 4
17 = 9 33-38 = 6
39-44= 8
45 = 9
- 14 Point Minimum Passing Score **
Background Check
To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:
- Any felony conviction
- Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult
- Poor employment history
- Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs
- Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance
- Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents
- Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult
- Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law
- Any crime committed against a child
- Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class
- Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement .
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Salary : $47 - $63