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DEPUTY SHERIFF RECRUIT: $6,755 per month

DEPUTY SHERIFF-Corrections: $7,842 - $10,711 per month

FINAL FILING DEADLINE: Open Filing Period

Exam #26/36E21/02LA

Physical Agility and Written Exam Dates: April 17th and 18th, 2026, July 25, 2026, and October 24, 2026, at 8:00 AM. Scheduling is required. Applications are screened monthly.

Exam Location: Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, 1414 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA 93906. 

WRITTEN WAIVER: The written exam may be waived for applicants who have graduated from an approved CA P.O.S.T Police Academy, currently enrolled in a CA P.O.S.T approved Police Academy, or for applicants who have previously taken the P.O.S.T. Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam within one year and possess a minimum T-Score of 42. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application. 

PHYSICAL AGILITY WAIVER: The physical agility may be waived for applicants who have previously passed the Monterey County physical agility exam or South Bay Regional Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) physical agility exam within 12 months with a minimum overall score of 320. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application.

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is seeking individuals to work in the Correction Operations Bureau. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to work in the jail are responsible for the security, custody, transport, and supervision of incarcerated individuals and may serve as a Court Bailiff. 

Candidates will be considered at both the Deputy Sheriff-Corrections and Deputy Sheriff-Recruit levels. Incumbents appointed as Deputy Sheriff-Recruit may be promoted to Deputy Sheriff–Corrections upon successfully graduating an approved CA P.O.S.T. Police BASIC academy and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines. 

DEPUTY SHERIFF RECRUITS: Are “at-will” employees and are sworn in as Deputy Sheriff-Corrections upon graduation from the CA P.O.S.T. Academy. Failure to graduate or to meet the Sheriff’s Office standards is cause for release from this position. 

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Examples of Deputy Sheriff-Corrections duties:

1. Supervise and controls behavior and activities of persons confined to the Sheriff's Corrections Operation Bureau facilities.

2. Conducts strip, skin and pat down searches of persons; determines the presence of contraband.

3. Conducts initial investigation of incarcerated persons complaints, accidents or crime that occur within the facility.

4. Books and receives incarcerated persons upon admission to county jail; classifies incarcerated persons according to security risk factors and determines location and number of persons within facilities.

5. Conducts physical head count of incarcerated persons to determine location and number of persons within facilities.

6. Transports incarcerated persons to and from jail facilities, court, hospital or medical appointments.

7. Transports criminals or fugitives from anywhere in the United States for extradition purposes.

8. Prepares written reports and maintains various agency records.

9. Inspects jail facilities for the presence of illegal activities, contraband or damages

10. Answers any inquiries from the public and other law enforcement personnel pertaining to jail policies and incarcerated person as allowed by departmental regulations.

To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website:

Deputy Sheriff-Recruit: Deputy Sheriff-Recruit

Deputy SheriffCorrections: Deputy Sheriff-Corrections

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Salary: $8,183.00 - $11,176.00 Monthly

Final Filing Deadline: Continuous

Exam #26/36A22/05IE

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.

The Monterey County Sheriff's Office is actively recruiting motivated men and women who have successfully graduated from a California Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) approved police academy; or possess a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate to apply for Deputy Sheriff-Operations  

The Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Operation Bureaus.  The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour uniformed patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support. 

Deputies hired in these positions will work in the Enforcement Operations Bureau and patrol an assigned area of Monterey County, enforce state and local laws, perform crime prevention and crime detection activities, perform community relations activities, and perform other related work as required.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they arise. 

Examples of Duties

• Patrols assigned areas in an automobile, on foot or by other means for the keeping of peace and protection of life and property

• Writes and prepares complete and accurate investigative reports, supplemental and follow-up reports as required by law enforcement and departmental policy

• Issues citations and/or apply proper techniques of arrest, search, and seizure in the apprehension of suspects, and transports suspects to the County jail

• Conducts investigations at scenes of accidents and crimes; conducts the identification, preservation, and collection of evidence; interviews witnesses to ascertain facts; interrogates suspects involved in or suspected to be involved in crimes

• Serves civil process documents such as subpoenas, summonses, complaints, writs of attachment, execution and restitution

• Testifies in court based upon evidence uncovered during the course of investigations

To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website:

Deputy Sheriff-Operations

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Working knowledge of:

• Criminal law including the laws of arrest, search and seizure and rules of evidence and crime prevention methods 

• Code of Civil Procedure and the Civil Code of California

• Correct grammar, spelling and punctuation; proper use of words, sentence structure, paragraph construction in order to write comprehensive narrative reports.

• The principles of human behavior and mediation; criminal attitudes and behavior patterns on the social factors underlying criminal behavior

• Court procedures in criminal and civil cases.

Skill and Ability to: 

• Use tact, logical reasoning and sensitivity when dealing with problems of the general public

• Control volatile situations through command presence, leadership ability and decisiveness.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, members of the public and other law enforcement agencies contacted through the course of work; respond in a positive manner to supervision and direction; and attend and perform duties on a regular, reliable, and consistent basis.

• Use restraint equipment and firearms.

• Work effectively in a calm and professional manner with uncooperative or irate individuals and de-escalate potentially hostile and dangerous situations. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Pursuant to Sections 1029, 1031, and 1031.4 of the California Government Code, incumbents must meet the minimum requirements established for Peace Officers

2. Pursuant to Section 832.4 of the California State Penal Code, incumbents must have successfully graduated from a California Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) approved police academy; or possess a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate issued by the California Commission on P.O.S.T

3. Must be at least 20 1/2 years of age at the date of application and 21 years of age at the date of appointment

4. Successfully pass a thorough background investigation, which includes a polygraph examination or voice stress analysis and medical and psychological examinations 

5. Maintain the standards established by the California Commission of P.O.S.T. and the Sheriff’s Office 

6. Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays, and subject to hold-over and call-back duty

7. Possess and maintains a valid California Class C driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles by the time of hire

8. Work in various locations throughout the County of Monterey

9. Wear a uniform or appropriate attire for non-uniform duties

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Salary: $12,472.00 - $16,993.00 Monthly

FINAL FILING DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 2026

Exam #26/36A81/05IE

Oral boards: Tentative week of June 29, 2026

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.

The Monterey County Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Patrol Operation Bureaus.  The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support. 

The Sheriff’s Office is currently recruiting to establish an eligible list for the Sheriff’s Captain classification which resides in the Corrections and Enforcement Operations Bureaus.   The Sheriff’s Captain performs highly technical research and analysis of complex problems in support of executive management in managing, supervising, inspecting, and organizing the work of divisions, departmental functions or programs; and maintains command of a bureau in the absence of higher authority; and performs other related duties as required.

The Captain classification differs from Chief Deputy in that the latter class is appointed by the Sheriff and is exempt from the Civil Service system. This classification differs from Sheriff's Commander in that incumbents are answerable to the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or a Chief Deputy and have responsibility for the overall administration of the activities of one of the major bureaus of the agency.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate organizational and interpersonal skills; offer a broad array of experience managing sworn law enforcement officers and problem solving.

Examples of Duties

• Coordinates the long- and short-term plans, implements and directs multiple teams, programs, units, divisions or station law enforcement operations 

• On a bureau scale, develop strategic plans related to the prevention and investigation of crime, protection of life and property, care and custody of inmates, court security and communications

• Ensures a smooth flow of interaction across bureau and inter-agency lines

• Maintains facilities to ensure security, safety and sanitary conditions; maintains and accounts for a wide variety of evidence and specialized equipment; and inspects and directs the maintenance of administrative and confidential records

• Working with the Bureau Chiefs, manages and coordinates complex law enforcement activities with bureaus, divisions, stations, departments, Federal, State, local, and community agencies; participates in law enforcement deployment planning and serving as incident or scene commander in emergency situations, critical incidents and major events that may involve large numbers of added personnel and coordination with other agencies

• Manages or oversees the most challenging, sensitive and confidential matters affecting employees, facilities, equipment, or operations, including the investigation of employee grievances, allegations of officer misconduct and officer suitability, violations of rules and regulations, crimes and suspicious occurrences and takes or recommends appropriate action

• Assesses critical needs, assigns personnel, allocates resources and coordinates workflow to solve complex problems

• Develops, assists, implements and issues detailed guidance and verbal and written directives for goals, objectives, policies and procedures

• Participates in the recruitment, selection, assignment and transfer of personnel; and directs or coordinates the professional development and training of personnel

• Oversees, coordinates, and manages multiple stations, divisions, programs or department functions and budgets to include the evaluation of personnel and equipment needs; and assists in preparing and administering department budget

• Provides oversight as the agency develops, creates, and monitors revenue-producing programs, special or grant funded programs for compliance with program projections and objectives; and manages fiscal resources

• Directs, prepares and presents oral and written reports for, and conducts meetings with, other local, regional, State and Federal agencies, other managers, community groups, the media and the general public

• Acts on the Sheriff’s behalf as assigned and commits department resources to include personnel and equipment

• Prepares executive correspondence relating to legislative and departmental actions such as ordinances, grants, enforcement actions, internal affair investigations and disciplinary actions; correspond and respond to public and other agencies’ inquiries

• Monitors current and proposed legislation to assess its impact, develops the County and Sheriff’s Office legislative response; and presents formal position on topic

To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: SHERIFFS CAPTAIN

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Thorough knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and methods of modern police or correctional management and administration, leadership, organization and planning.

• Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances and court decisions applicable to the assignment to include search and seizure, evidence rules, suspect interviews, court procedure criminal laws, arrest laws and laws governing the care, custody and control of prisoners in the county jail.

• Principles, practices and methods of personnel supervision, evaluation, training and development.

• Monterey County Sheriff's Office policies and procedures.

• Provisions of the Peace Officer Bill of Rights.

• Procedures and use of resources and equipment required during emergency situations, critical incidents and major events.

Working knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of financial administration and control procedures.

• Investigative procedures, methods and techniques to include preserving crime scenes, identifying the elements of a crime, persevering evidence, and obtaining statements.

• Monterey County Memorandums of Understanding for applicable employees.

Skill and ability to:

• Interpret executive management direction and develop, administer and incorporate into operational policies and procedures.

• Identify and solve management and administrative problems.

• Recognize and respond appropriately to operational problems and those of a sensitive or political nature.

• Direct and participate in advanced administrative and operational activities, and coordinate with other agencies, departments, divisions and programs.

• Develop and implement long and short-range plans, coordinate resources and supervise the activities of personnel.

• Supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel.

• Act decisively in emergency situations and adopt a proper course of action.

• Effectively delegate responsibility and authority to others.

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Negotiate agreement between differing individuals or groups and resolve conflicts with tact and diplomacy.

• Utilize appropriate interpersonal style and methods of communication to gain acceptance, cooperation or agreement of a plan, activity, or program idea.

• Oversee, manage, and assist in preparing and administering a station, division, program or departmental functions budget.

• Understand, interpret, and apply pertinent laws, rules, regulations and ordinances.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including all levels of County employees, public officials, government agency representatives, outside law enforcement officials, community and business leaders and members of the public.

• Properly use firearms, radios, and physical restraint.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Experience: Two years of experience comparable to that of a Monterey County Sheriff’s Commander or above, performing management duties in Administration, Corrections or Enforcement Operations.