Deputy Sheriff Trainee

Stockton, California, United StatesIntroductionThe San Joaquin Sheriff's Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in a career as a law enforcement officer. The Deputy Sheriff Trainee will receive intensive academic instruction and rigorous physical training in law enforcement at a California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Certified Academy and will receive additional assignments on a training basis to learn departmental policies and procedures.Pre-Employment RequirementsPass a pre-employment physical examination.Pass a pre-employment drug screen.Pass a background investigation.Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical.Physical Agility Test (PAT) : Candidates must pass the PAT and written exam to move forward in the recruitment process. See the PAT video for a demonstration.PELLETB T-Score from other agencies may be provided in lieu of the written examination. A T‑Score of 42 or higher is qualifying with San Joaquin County. T-scores must be on official agency letterhead in PDF format and have been within the last 12 months. Attach letters to your application or e‑mail them to mslopez@sjgov.org. San Joaquin County will not waive the PAT in lieu of another physical agility exam from another law enforcement agency or basic training academy.After a retest, any new test results are invalidated and you must wait at least 30 calendar days prior to retaking the test.Testing ScheduleApply by Thursday, November 6, 2025, 11:59 p.m.PAT/Written Exam: Friday, November 14, 2025Apply by Thursday, January 8, 2026, 11:59 p.m.PAT/Written Exam: Friday, January 16, 2026Apply by Thursday, March 5, 2026, 11:59 p.m.Pat/Written Exam: Rescheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026Apply by Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 11:59 p.m.Pat/Written Exam: Thursday, May 14, 2026Apply by Thursday, July 2, 2026, 11:59 p.m.Pat/Written Exam: Friday, July 10, 2026Apply by Thursday, September 3, 2026, 11:59 p.m.Pat/Written Exam: Friday, September 11, 2026Hiring Incentive ProgramThe San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office is offering a hiring incentive of $10,000 to any person hired for the following classifications within the active timeframe:Deputy Sheriff Trainee/AC/I/IICorrectional Officer Trainee/Correctional OfficerCommunications Dispatcher I/II/IIIA moving stipend reimbursement is available for eligible hires, up to $2,000 for relocation costs.BenefitsIn addition to a competitive base salary, most full‑time positions offer the following benefits:Health, Dental and Vision plan coverage457 Deferred Compensation Plan with matching contribution for some positionsDefined Benefit retirement plan with reciprocity with public sector systems including CalPERS125 Flex Benefits Plan12 days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulationVacation leave ranging from 10 to 23 days per year, depending on length of service10‑14 paid holidays per yearRobust Employee Engagement & Development ProgramEqual Opportunity EmployerSan Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo.ADA AccommodationsSan Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.How to ApplyApply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hrBy mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources, 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330, Stockton, CA 95202. Office hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468‑3370. Job Line: (209) 468‑3377.When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter‑office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted.Closing DateContinuous#J-18808-Ljbffr

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