Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions​/Court Services

Are you seeking an exciting and challenging career in law enforcement?

The County of San Diego has immediate vacancies for Deputy Sheriff's Cadet – Detentions/Court Services
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Apply today for an opportunity to gain valuable skills necessary for a rewarding career in law enforcement!

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES

June 2026 – 5.83% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 2.33% Market Adjustment)

June 2027 – 5.33% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 2.33% Market Adjustment)

Cadets who successfully complete the 16-week Academy will be promoted to the Deputy Sheriff-Detention/Court Services classification. Additional pay incentives and premiums are available for those who are eligible:

• Education premium- 5%

Visit  or contact recruit for additional information on wage incentives.

Newly hired Cadets attend and successfully complete a comprehensive 16-week training academy, which includes classroom study and examinations in Jail Procedures, Classification of Incarcerated Persons, Progressive Physical Training (for more information regarding the Physical Agilities Test, please ), Defensive Tactics, Security Maintenance, Supervision of Inmates, Assaultive Behavior, Emergency Procedures, Firearms Training, Courtroom Procedures, Criminal and Civil Proceedings, and related subjects. Upon graduation, Cadets will be promoted to Deputy Sheriff-Detentions/Court Services.

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Education, training, and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Required education and experience:

• Must be 18 years of age at time of application AND
• Obtain a U.S. High school diploma or G.E.D.; or a degree from a two-year or four-year accredited U.S. college or university. Applicants must attach a copy of their transcript or diploma to their application. Degrees must be accredited by a U.S. state or local government educational agency using local or state government-approved accreditation, or an organization holds membership in Advanced
  
  ED or Cognia.

Positions in this classification must meet employment guidelines and standards established by the Commission for Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in which Peace Officers as defined in Section 830 of the California Penal Code and the provisions of Sections 1029 and 1031 of the California Government Code. Additionally, candidates must have the ability to carry, possess, receive, and own a firearm throughout employment, pursuant to Penal Code section 832.15, subdivision (a).

For Detentions and Court Services, the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) provides the standards and training requirements for hiring and training personnel under the Standard and Training for Corrections (STC) program.

Applicants are encouraged to apply for both recruitments (Deputy Sheriff's Cadet and Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services) because there will be an unknown number of vacancies in each position every year. The hiring/testing/background process is the same for both recruitments.

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job‑related activities of the position.

Illegal drug use and possession is prohibited in any form by Sheriff's Office employees.

• Effective oral and written communication skills in English
• Vision: correctable to at least 20/30; glasses/hard lenses minimum 20/100 uncorrected - no minimum uncorrected visual acuity for soft lenses (subject to State of California P.O.S.T. requirements)

Complete the online application form and provide correct and complete responses to the Supplemental Questions. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the…