Sergeant Jobs in California

A Sergeant is a high-ranking official in the law enforcement industry. They are responsible for supervising and guiding lower-ranking officers, maintaining law and order, investigating crimes, and ensuring public safety. Their duties often include planning and coordinating operations, training officers, and dealing with complex or sensitive cases. Sergeants play a crucial role in maintaining discipline, implementing policies, and overseeing the daily operations of the police force. They must possess excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, as well as a thorough understanding of police procedures and laws.

Before becoming a Sergeant, an individual might serve as a Police Officer or a Detective. During their tenure in these roles, they gain valuable field experience and develop their skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and law enforcement, which are essential for higher positions. To become a Sergeant, one must have advanced certifications such as a police officer certification, officer-in-charge certification, or other relevant qualifications. In addition, they often undergo additional training in leadership, management, and specialized areas of law enforcement. Some law enforcement agencies also require Sergeants to have a degree in criminal justice or a related field.

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Correctional Sergeant

  • Nevada City, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Nevada City, CA
  • 2 days ago

COUNTYWIDE PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY - CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT OPEN TO CURRENT, REGULAR COUNTY OF NEVADA EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE COMPLETED TWELVE MONTHS OF SATISFACTORY, PROBATIONARY SERVICE....

Police Sergeant - Excellent Benefits!

  • Cypress, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 3 days ago

law enforcement officer reporting to the Operations Division Lieutenant....

Police Sergeant (20634499)

  • East Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 days ago

The Police Sergeant's duties are to organize and direct law enforcement activities during an assigned shift, including patrol functions, traffic regulation, and the enforcement of federal, state, and...

Police Sergeant

  • Saratoga, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Saratoga, CA
  • 7 days ago

Effectively use law enforcement equipment including firearms, handcuffs, baton, pepper spray, restraint systems, radios, cameras, etc; wear body armor....

Police Sergeant

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago

The West Valley-Mission Community College District Police Department is seeking a talented individual to fill the position of Police Sergeant....

District Police Sergeant

  • Stockton, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities and Duties As a shift supervisor; plans, directs and supervises the patrol, dispatch and law enforcement activities during an assigned shift....

Sheriffs Sergeant - Department Promotional

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 11 days ago

Sheriff's Sergeant - Department Promotional Kern County - 3.8 Bakersfield, CA Job Details Full-time $7,778.86 - $9,296.46 a month 2 days ago Qualifications Mid-level Peace Officer Certification Full...

Police Sergeant

  • Los Banos, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Banos, CA
  • 18 days ago

Maintain awareness of on-going law enforcement activities to provide direction and/or respond to calls for service that involve complicated and/or emergency situations; oversee criminal investigations...

Correctional Sergeant

  • Jamestown, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Jamestown, CA
  • 20 days ago

The use and care of firearms for the safety of staff, inmates and the public....

Police Sergeant

  • Sanger, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Sanger, CA
  • 23 days ago

, crime prevention, problem solving, traffic control, investigation techniques Standard radio dispatch procedures Criminal law and recent court decisions affecting apprehension, arrest and custody Laws...

Police Sergeant Foothill-De Anza Community College District

  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 25 days ago

Organize, implement and direct law enforcement operations/activities. Prepare clear and concise reports....

Police Sergeant

  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 25 days ago

Organize, implement and direct law enforcement operations/activities. Prepare clear and concise reports....

Police Sergeant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

NOTE: As of May 16, 2025, Police Sergeants also receive POST Certificate Pay....

Police Sergeant University of California Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

NOTE: As of May 16, 2025, Police Sergeants also receive POST Certificate Pay....

Sheriff Sergeant

  • Merced, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Merced, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Apply modern law enforcement methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, and identification techniques....

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Salary for Sergeant Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLawEnforcement research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sergeant positions.



Highest Education Level

Sergeants in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.0%
Master's Degree
17.8%
High School or GED
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Some College
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sergeants in California
None
36.7%
4-6 years
12.9%
2-4 years
11.1%
10+ years
9.7%
8-10 years
9.0%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
6.9%
Less than 1 year
4.9%


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