Deputy Sheriff's Recruit

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING.

NOW OFFERING A $10,000 HIRING BONUS.

Deputy Sheriff Recruit is the entry-level law enforcement position for Alameda County. This classification exists solely for those attending the Sheriff's Office Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified Academy.

Deputy Sheriff Recruit is a classification characterized by assignment to a P.O.S.T. Certified Academy. Under close supervision during this Academy, the Recruit will receive intensive academic instruction in law enforcement combined with rigorous physical fitness training. Upon successful completion of the Academy, recruits will be sworn in as Peace Officers and promoted to Deputy Sheriff I.

• Education: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate, such as the General Educational Development Certificate (State of California).
• License: Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's License by the time of appointment to Deputy Sheriff I.
• Age: Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment to Deputy Sheriff I.
• Citizenship: If not a citizen of the United States, must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. (SB 960).

Requirements:

• Read, understand, interpret, and applying complex policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work.
• Write clear, concise, comprehensive reports.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, and events.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with others.
• Use good judgment in emergency or critical situations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally, and in writing.
• Perform routine clerical and record-keeping duties.

Special Requirements:

• A thorough background investigation and psychological examination will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriff Recruits.
• A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification.
• Hearing must be normal in each ear.
• Using both eyes, must have far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses.
• Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye.
• These standards are confined to far vision and color vision.
• There are additional standards which may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies.
• Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above-average strength, endurance, and agility, and must meet Commission-approved safety member physical standards.

Exam Components:

• Applicants must complete the POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) or the National Testing Network (NTN) Frontline Test.
  • The acceptable pass point for the POST PELLETB is 42.
  • The acceptable pass point for the NTN Frontline Test is 60% Video, 85% Reading, and 80% Writing .
• In addition to the PELLETB or NTN, applicants must complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT) Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB).
  • The acceptable pass point for the PAT/WSTB is 220 when taken with the Alameda County Sheriff's Office.

HOW TO APPLY:
Once you have passing scores on both exams, apply here: Applications must be submitted on the Alameda County website (Note: instructions for emailing test scores are also included)

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discounts, fitness, and health screening programs focused on overall well-being.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Alameda County has a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is a full-service law enforcement agency accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for its law enforcement services, its Regional Training Center, and its Dispatch Unit. The Sheriff of Alameda County is responsible for a broad scope of duties that ensure public safety, effective law enforcement, and the operation of essential county services. We have openings in various positions including Sheriff's Service Cadet (College Students - Part-time), Deputy Sheriff's Recruit, and Emergency Services Coordinator (Full-Time + Comprehensive and Competitive benefits package). Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.