Sheriff's Security Officer

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

10/28/25, 12/30/25, 2/24/26, 4/28/26, 6/30/26, 8/25/26, 10/27/26, 12/29/26

Under direction, the Sheriff's Security Officer enforces security; safeguards and protects County and/or contracted non-County property, buildings, and equipment.

Knowledge of

* Basic law enforcement principles and techniques

* Operation of communication equipment used in the course of the work, such as radios, telephone, pagers, and related systems

* Rules, regulations, codes, and laws related to the work

* Report writing methods and practices

* Basic first aid

Ability to

* Maintain the security of building and grounds

* Practice the correct procedures of patrolling and directing traffic

* Administer basic first aid

* Effectively interview

* Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement agencies

* Meet and deal with the public

* Understand and apply various rules and regulations

* Maintain self-control under stress

* Demonstrate the correct use and care of firearms

* Communicate using radio transmitting and receiving equipment

* Use electronic security screening equipment

* Prepare legible, correct, and accurate reports

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable General Education Development (GED) Test.

AND

Satisfactory completion of an introductory course of training prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as described in Penal Code Section 832 (arrest and firearms training).

AND

Satisfactory completion of a course approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) in the carrying and use of a club or baton or possession of a valid and current baton certification issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs.

For more information regarding POST training courses, please visit the California Peace Officer Safety & Training website, at

For information on current courses being offered please visit this website, at

Special Requirements

Background/Criminal History:
Applicants for Sheriff's Security Officer must pass a criminal history and background check which may include a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination and contact of prior employers and personal references. Applicants will be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigations.

Prior to appointment, applicant must successfully pass a medical examination and psychological screening.

Minimum Age Requirement:
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

Uniforms:
Incumbents must be willing to wear a designated Sheriff's Department uniform.

Driver's License:
Positions in this class require possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, before date of appointment. Failure to maintain the appropriate driver license may constitute cause for disciplinary action.

Hours of Work:
Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends at various locations.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date.  to apply.

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone ; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

* Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

* Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

* Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.

* Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.

* A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note:

Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work…