Deputy Sheriff's Recruit

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Receive intensive academic instruction in law enforcement combined with rigorous physical fitness training during the P.O.S.T. Certified Academy.
• Upon successful completion of the Academy, recruits will be sworn in as Peace Officers and promoted to Deputy Sheriff I.

Requirements

• 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).

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.
• 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.
• Must be in excellent physical condition with above-average strength, endurance, and agility, and must meet Commission-approved safety member physical standards.

Exam Components

• 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.
• 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: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Alameda/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=25&R2=8601&R3=01. Applications must be submitted on the Alameda County website.

Benefits

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

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.

About Alameda County Sheriff's Office - Recruiting Unit

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).