Deputy Sheriff Trainee*

Deputy Sheriff Trainee*

Salary

$65,728.00 - $71,136.00 Annually

Location

Throughout San Bernardino County, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-19553-01

Department

Sheriff/Coroner

Opening Date

03/10/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Job

The San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff Trainee who participate in a basic law enforcement training program approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Sheriffs Trainees will:

• Learn to interpret and apply laws contained in various state codes and local ordinances (e.g., Penal, Vehicle, Welfare and Institutions Code as well as Health and Safety Codes).
• Learn and practice basic criminal and traffic accident investigation procedures; learn law enforcement techniques, including crime scene preservation, witness interviewing and evidence collection.
• Learn and practice safety, care and usage of small firearms and department-issued weapons.
• Learn and practice vehicle and radio operation, patrol procedures and traffic control.
• Learn civil procedures and custodial responsibilities.

For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriffs Trainee job description.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Promotion: Incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Training Academy. Upon graduation, Sheriffs Trainees will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff, which has a current salary of $38.77 - $64.08 hourly, plus benefits and retirement plan.

Applicants who have tested for Deputy Sheriff Trainee within the past six (6) months are not eligible to apply for this recruitment.

Minimum Requirements

The following are required for hire as a Deputy Sheriff Trainee:

• Be at least 21 years of age. (Applicants should be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing.)
• Possess a high school diploma, G.E.D., or a U.S. Department of Education approved High School Equivalency Test.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license or equivalent.
• Be a United States citizen.
• Pass a rigorous physical agility test based on California P.O.S.T. standards.
• Be fingerprinted and pass an extensive background investigation that includes interviews and a polygraph examination. Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any type of criminal probation.
• Pass a psychological evaluation and medical examination meeting California P.O.S.T. mandates, including vision and hearing standards. (The medical examination includes a drug screening to determine the presence of illegal substances.)

Note: The Sheriffs Department will be requesting your Social Security Number for the background process and for tracking your background materials. It is not required for the application.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have high personal and professional standards, good decision-making skills, and be mentally and physically ready to handle the rigors of academy life.

Learn more about the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department by visiting sheriffsjobs.com or by contacting a recruiter.

Selection Process

The Written Examination: Upon review of the application and supplemental questionnaire, qualified applicants will be invited to take the online written examination. Exam links will be sent via email within one week of application and will include the deadline to complete the test.

The online examination will consist of an evaluation of knowledge and skills in the following topics:

• Reading Comprehension
• Written Communication

The Physical Agility Test (PAT): Applicants who are successful on the online written examination may be invited to the PAT. Applicants must bring their email invitation to the scheduled PAT appointment. Applicants will be notified of their PAT dates and other important information regarding the Physical Agility Test via email.

CLICK HERE to view the PAT video online!

Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible for priority consideration. Applications will be reviewed and processed on an on-going basis. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

Additional Information and Resources:

If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans Preference:

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Your specific benefit information may be found in the appropriate Ordinance. You may also contact the Countys Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits site for more detailed information about the benefits that San Bernardino County has to offer at Employee Benefits and Services Division.

• Retirement benefits subject to change.

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ELIGIBILITY: I understand the following are required for hire as a Deputy Sheriff Trainee:

• Be at least 21 years of age. (Applicants should be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing.)
• Possess a high school diploma, G.E.D., or a U.S. Department of Education approved High School Equivalency Test.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license or equivalent.
• Be a United States citizen.
• Be able to pass a rigorous physical agility test based on California P.O.S.T. standards.
• Be fingerprinted, and pass an extensive background investigation that includes interviews and a polygraph examination. Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any type of criminal probation.
• Pass a psychological evaluation and medical examination meeting California P.O.S.T. mandates, including vision and hearing standards. (The medical examination includes a drug screening to determine the presence of illegal substances.)
• Yes, I meet all of the above requirements.
• No, I do not meet all of the above requirements. I understand that by selecting this option, my application will be DISQUALIFIED and I will need to wait and reapply when I am eligible. (i.e., meet all of the above requirements)

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PRIOR APPLICATION: Have you submitted an application for Deputy Sheriff Trainee with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department under your current, or another Neogov or Governmentjobs.com profile within the last six (6) months?

• Yes
• No

03

WRITTEN EXAMINATION: Have you taken the written examination for Deputy Sheriff Trainee with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department within the past six (6) months?

• Yes
• No

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PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST: Have you taken the (PAT) for Deputy Sheriff Trainee with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department within the past six (6) months?

• Yes
• No

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PRIOR DISQUALIFICATION: Have you been disqualified in the background process for the position of Deputy Sheriff Trainee with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department within the last year?

• Yes
• No

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BACKGROUND: The following questions are designed to assess your suitability for employment with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department based on your personal background. Please answer each question truthfully, and to the best of your knowledge. This information will be used to determine whether or not you will be invited to participate in the examination process for Deputy Sheriff Trainee.

NOTE: The information you provide in this section will only be used in conjunction with your Deputy Sheriff Trainee Application, and will not be shared with any other party outside of this process without your expressed written consent.

• I understand.

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony per California Government Code 1029?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently on any type of criminal probation?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you been arrested with the case still pending?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the last two (2) years?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you used methamphetamine or cocaine in the last five (5) years or injectable anabolic steroids (other than doctor-prescribed) in the past twelve (12) months?

• Yes
• No

12

Have you used hallucinogens, including psilocybin (psychedelic), MDMA, or ecstasy, in the last five (5) years?

• Yes
• No

13

Have you ever used PCP, LSD, heroin, fentanyl, or opium?

• Yes
• No

14

Excluding the use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, have you EVER engaged in any of the activities listed below involving drugs, narcotics or illegal substances, including prescription drugs without a prescription? Sold Manufactured Purchased Furnished Cultivate Carried or held for another

• Yes
• No

15

If you answered YES above, indicate which activities (mark all that apply):

• Sold
• Manufactured
• Purchased
• Furnished
• Cultivated
• Carried or held for another

16

Other than cannabis, have you used any illegal drugs or controlled substances within the last six (6) months?

• Yes
• No

17

Have you ever injected any form of illegal narcotics?

• Yes
• No

18

Have you ever been convicted of Domestic Violence or Domestic Abuse?

• Yes
• No

19

Have you ever been convicted of obstructing or resisting arrest of a peace officer as an adult?

• Yes
• No

20

Have you been terminated, or resigned in lieu of termination from a law enforcement agency within the last year?

• Yes
• No

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To help better serve all our applicants, please tell us how you heard about career options with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department. Select all that apply:

• Sheriffs Website
• Sheriffsjobs.com
• SB County HR
• Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
• Social Media to HR site
• Sheriffs Dept. Member
• Sheriffs Recruiter
• Sheriffs Expo
• Other Job Fair
• Recruitment Vehicle
• Radio
• Billboard
• Other

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email.)

Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above statement.

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ATTENTION GMAIL USERS

We have become aware of an increase in Gmails spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.

For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. To access the guide, download the Gmail Filter Setup Instructions (PDF). Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.

Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your www.governmentjobs.com (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.

• I understand.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.

Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

Required Question

Employer San Bernardino County

Address 175 West Fifth Street, 1st Floor

San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440

Phone (909) 387-8304

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Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs