County of Sonoma
Santa Rosa, CA
Deputy Sheriff Trainee
$96,779.75 - $117,630.08 Annually
Closing Date: 7/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Be an active part of safety and engagement in our community.
Become a Deputy Sheriff Trainee at the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office!
When you join the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, you become part of a strong work family that makes a difference in our community. You can also look forward to excellent benefits including:
• Career Advancement - Promotion to Deputy Sheriff I ($102,018.43 - $123,995.80/year), upon successful completion of the academy
• Career Advancement - Promotion to Deputy Sheriff II ($112,391.41 - $136,622.88/year), upon successful completion of one year as a Deputy Sheriff I
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $850, and ongoing education/training opportunities
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
Train to Become a Deputy Sheriff
Deputy Sheriff Trainees attend a basic law enforcement academy, taking courses such as criminal law, search and seizure, evidence, investigative techniques, patrol procedures, firearms, driver training, defensive tactics, and more. Deputy Sheriff Trainees who successfully complete the California POST certified Basic Peace Officer Academy promote to Deputy Sheriff I ($102,018.43 - $123,995.80/year) and promote to Deputy Sheriff II ($112,391.41 - $136,622.88/year), upon successful completion of one year as a Deputy Sheriff I. The next scheduled academy starts on January 5, 2026.
After being hired, passing the academy, and completing field training, you will work in the Patrol Division, as part of the Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement team. The Patrol Division operates out of the main office of the Sheriff's Office in Santa Rosa, with two substations located in Guerneville and the Sonoma Valley to cover the east and west sides of our expansive county. Do you prefer a small town or city police department work environment? We have two contracted police stations in the Town of Windsor, Windsor Police Department, and the City of Sonoma, Sonoma Police Department. Deputy Sheriffs work 12-hour shift rotations.
**Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position level and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.
