Deputy Sheriff Trainee

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Deputy Sheriff Trainee

Salary: $99,680.85 - $121,157.32 Annually

Closing Date: 8/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Be an active part of safety and engagement in our community and become a Deputy Sheriff Trainee at the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.

Join Our Team!

Accepting applications now, multiple positions available, on-the-job training provided.

The Sheriff's Office is seeking motivated individuals to become Deputy Sheriffs who thrive in team environments, demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, and possess the cultural competence needed to effectively serve our diverse community. Successful candidates remain calm under pressure, exercise sound judgment during emergencies and other high-stress situations, and are committed to serving others with professionalism and integrity. The most competitive candidates will also demonstrate many of the following qualities:

• Integrity and sound ethical judgement

• Adaptability and flexibility

• Physical fitness and readiness

• Resilience under pressure

• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently

• Basic computer proficiency, including email and word processing

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Deputy Sheriff I (up to $61.20/hour) followed by Deputy Sheriff II (up to $67.42/hour)

• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year

• Bilingual Premium Pay* - An additional $0.90 an hour on top of the hourly pay rate for basic/fluent bilingual positions

• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options

• Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $750 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

• Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more

• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

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*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position 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. 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.