Sheriff's Cadet

Sheriff's Cadet Position

The Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce the opportunity to be considered for the position of Sheriff's Cadet. Successful candidates will be paid as a Sheriff's Cadet and sponsored to attend a basic academy course of study necessary to gain approved Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in order to become a Deputy Sheriff. This recruitment is to send Cadets to the Ventura Academy in October 2026 or the Allan Hancock College Academy in January 2027.

Starting Salary: Sheriff's Cadet - $39.45 - $50.34 per hour Deputy Sheriff - $47.13 - $63.16 per hour Other Incentives/Benefits: Cadet: One-time $1,200 Uniform allowance upon hire Monthly Uniform allowance of $90.00 County contribution of up to $1,934 per month toward medical insurance costs Deputy Sheriff: Educational Incentive upon completion of an associate's degree, bachelor's degree or POST certification $1,500 Safety Equipment allowance upon hire Monthly Uniform allowance of $90.00 Bilingual incentive pay and bilingual hiring bonus Differential Pay (5% evening, 10% night) County contribution of up to $1,934 per month toward medical insurance cost (based on enrolled medical plan)

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.

The ideal candidate is an individual interested in advancing their law enforcement career with a specific interest in patrol operations. Candidates must be honest, possess integrity, and be able to take direction, as well as work independently, when required. A strong work ethic and excellent communication and observation skills are vital to the long-term success of the potential Deputy. The successful candidate will also have the ability to adapt to various environments, learn quickly, and multi-task.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or possession of a general education development test certificate indicating high school graduation level or its equivalent as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Proof of completion of minimum education level may be required. Licenses and Certificates: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid California driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Age: All applicants must be 21 years of age or older with the following exception: Persons 20 years of age, but less than 21, may apply but may not be appointed until they reach 21 years of age. Proof of minimum age requirements may be required.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS: A mandatory physical agility test will be the first step in the recruitment process for all who meet minimum qualifications. A mandatory POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) will be the second step in the recruitment process for all who pass the physical agility test. A mandatory panel interview will be the final step in the recruitment process for all who pass the written test.

Background Investigation: To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:

• Any felony conviction
• Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult
• Poor employment history
• Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs
• Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance
• Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents
• Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult
• Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law
• Any crime committed against a child
• Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class
• Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process

Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance or e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io for more information. Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io. For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage.

Some benefits include: Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees. Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums) Free visits to the employee health clinic Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more) A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust Optional deferred compensation plan Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care) Paid personal, sick and vacation days 12 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Education and Wellness Allowance Post Employment Health Plan Family Friendly workplace policies Flexible work schedule options Rideshare commuter benefits Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates: The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions: The