Sheriff Jobs in California

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
  • 4 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 hours ago

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

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 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....

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....

Senior Administrative Services Analyst - Sheriff's Office

  • Woodland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodland, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

SPECIAL SHERIFFS INVESTIGATOR (Extra-Help)

  • Fresno, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 4 days ago

Six (6) years of full-time, paid law enforcement experience equivalent to that gained as a Deputy Sheriff, one (1) year of which involved conducting investigations....

Sheriffs Program Administrator I - Office of Emergency Services

  • Ventura, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 4 days ago

Sheriff's Program Administrator I - Office of Emergency Services Ventura County - 4.2 Ventura, CA Job Details Full-time $2,771.07 - $3,879.87 a month 2 days ago Benefits Wellness program Paid...

Sheriff's Protective Services Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago

OR Attended a Santa Clara County Sheriffs Office POST Basic Academy or Adult Corrections Academy within the last six months....

Sheriffs Corrections Assistant Trainee - Throughout Riverside County

  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago

The law enforcement professionals of the Riverside County Sheriff's Office, with a staff of over 3,600 dedicated men and women, cover the expanse of over 7,300 square miles in southern California....

Sheriff's Sergeant (County Promotional)

  • CA
  • 7 days ago
  • CA
  • 7 days ago

. * The Sheriff's Department is accepting applications for Sheriff's Sergeants who supervise a group of deputies and/or detective/corporals engaged in law enforcement activities....

8300-Sheriff's Cadet

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago

enforcement duties....

Sheriff's Sergeant (County Promotional)

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 8 days ago

. *** The Sheriff's Department is accepting applications for Sheriff's Sergeants who supervise a group of deputies and/or detective/corporals engaged in law enforcement activities....

Demographic Data for California

Moving to California? Find some basic demographic data about California below.


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Salary for Sheriff 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 Sheriff positions.



Highest Education Level

Sheriffs in California 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 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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