Deputy Sheriff; Lateral Transfer

Position Summary

Are you a highly regarded, experienced peace officer in California with a proven track record of success in law enforcement looking to make a lateral transfer? The Sheriff's Office is seeking self‑motivated, law‑enforcement professionals to fill the position of Deputy Sheriff
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As a Deputy Sheriff with the County of San Luis Obispo, you are responsible for patrolling assigned areas to maintain order and protect life and property. Your duties include:

• Responding to scenes of disturbances, accidents, or reported crimes
• Conducting preliminary investigations, issuing citations, and arresting lawless persons
• Serving warrants and other legal papers, escorting and transporting criminals and psychologically challenged individuals, and participating in raids
• Acting as bailiff in Superior Court or Municipal Court when required

The County offers attractive pay and benefits for lateral employees, including:

• $3,000 bilingual bonus and a monthly bilingual stipend
• Career incentive pay
• Accelerated vacation accrual based on related experience

• High school graduation or equivalent (GED)
• Current POST basic certification
• A valid California driver's license at all times

• Valid driver's license upon application and during employment

• The employed class must be closely related and comparable in duties and qualifications
• Employee must have worked for another public agency within one year prior to application
• Permanent status was obtained via an eligible, competitive or promotional examination
• Written confirmation of satisfactory employment record and no fault-based separation
• Possible oral examination by the appropriate board
• Medical requirements must be met
• Individuals placed on the eligible list in order of approval

Applications, including supplemental questions, must be submitted online. Apply at  Candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in selection activities, including online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will undergo an in‑depth background review. References will be contacted at the end of the process.

For questions or to discuss the opportunity, contact Human Resources at  or by phone at .

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Applicants must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Disqualifying factors include:

• Any felony conviction
• Recent misdemeanor conviction or two adult misdemeanor convictions
• Poor employment history
• Illegal drug offenses or recent drug use
• Poor driving record or recent DUI/DWI convictions
• Domestic violence or crimes against a child
• Discriminatory behavior or bias
• False statements or omissions during application or background process