Sheriff Jobs

A Sheriff is an elected law enforcement officer who is responsible for maintaining peace and enforcing laws within a designated county or region. Their duties often include overseeing operations of the sheriff's department, managing officers, and coordinating with other law enforcement agencies. They may also be involved in conducting criminal investigations, arresting suspects, and providing courtroom security. Sheriffs are often responsible for managing the local jail, including the safety and security of inmates. In addition to their law enforcement duties, sheriffs may carry out administrative tasks such as budget management, public relations, and policy development.

Before becoming a Sheriff, an individual may hold roles such as Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, or Detective. These roles provide the necessary experience in law enforcement, investigations, and community interaction that is critical for the Sheriff role. To become a Sheriff, candidates must typically have a high school diploma or equivalent, though many hold a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. They should also have several years of law enforcement experience. Important skills include leadership, critical thinking, interpersonal communication, and physical stamina. Certifications such as the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required, and additional training in areas such as emergency management or public administration can be beneficial.

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Sheriffs Records Clerk I

  • Riverside, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Conduct record searches in a centralized law enforcement data base to assist with criminal and other investigations....

Accountant - Sheriffs Office

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago

Accountant $59,541.00 - $89,313.00 DOE* *All job-related experience must be included on the resume portion for it to be considered in the salary offer. JOB SUMMARY Assists in budget preparation,...

Sheriff's Records Clerk I

  • CA
  • 1 day ago
  • CA
  • 1 day ago

Conduct record searches in a centralized law enforcement data base to assist with criminal and other investigations....

enforcement issues - AND - One year of experience involving teaching, developing, or coordinating employee training programs in a large and complex public, private, or law-enforcement organization....

Sheriff's Records Clerk I

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Conduct record searches in a centralized law enforcement data base to assist with criminal and other investigations....

Sheriff's Office - Patrol Community Services Specialist

  • Commerce City, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Commerce City, CO
  • 1 day ago

enforcement professionals; and dispensing information to those who need it....

Office Specialist 2 (Sheriff's Office - A Safe Place)

  • Oregon City, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Oregon City, OR
  • 1 day ago

The CCSO has many specialized units such as canine, motorcycle patrol, the dive team, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), search and rescue, narcotics investigation (SIU), detectives and Corrections...

Sheriff's Office - Social Worker (Master's)

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Organizational Relationships Reports to: Manager or Department Head Directs: Bachelors and Masters level Interns Other: Has frequent contact with other county employees, law enforcement personnel, parties...

Sheriff Executive Assistant

  • CO
  • 2 days ago
  • CO
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 03/22/25 Division: Sheriff Criminal Investigations Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is...

Accountant - Sheriff's Office

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

Accountant $59,541.00 - $89,313.00 DOE* *All job-related experience must be included on the resume portion for it to be considered in the salary offer. JOB SUMMARY Assists in budget preparation,...

Sheriff's Fleet and Facility Services Coordinator

  • Napa, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Sheriffs Office is a 24/7 organization with a facility staff of nearly 200 people....

About Our Job The Denver Sheriff Department is the largest Sheriff Department agency in the state of Colorado and is comprised of many divisions and diverse operations with over 1000 uniformed and non-uniformed...

Associate Administrative Services Analyst - Sheriff's Office

  • Woodland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodland, CA
  • 2 days ago

The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one (1) limited term, full-time position in the class of Associate Administrative Services Analyst (Entry Level) at the Yolo County Sheriffs Office....

Social Worker - Sheriff's Office

  • Woodland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodland, CA
  • 2 days ago

The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one (1) limited term, full-time position in the class of Social Worker at the Yolo County Sheriffs Office....

Sheriff Executive Assistant

  • Golden, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Golden, CO
  • 2 days ago

as directed by the sheriff or undersheriff....

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Chain Gang Girls
In Phoenix, Arizona, under Sheriff Joe Arpaio, inmates endure year-round outdoor conditions in military surplus tents, stripped of privileges like TV, coffee, and cigarettes. Some women join a...

Salary for Sheriff Jobs Nationwide

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 Sheriff positions.



Highest Education Level

Sheriffs offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
22.3%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.6%
Master's Degree
8.8%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sheriffs
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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