Deputy Sheriff Trainee (Skillbridge Program) Active Military Personnel
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position/Program Information
- The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department partnered with the Department of War to provide an outstanding SkillBridge program for eligible transitioning military service members. Participants can receive hands-on training that would help prepare them for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee role.
SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION:During participation SkillBridge program salary will be compensated through the Department of War.
Applicants who hold one of the following degrees from an accredited college or university may be eligible to receive the following base pay at the time of hire to Deputy Sheriff Trainee:
AA/AS: $7221 Monthly
BA/BS: $7624 Monthly
Upon graduation from the academy applicants appointed to the position of Deputy Sheriff will receive a Basic Post Certificate (BPC) bonus and are eligible to receive elevated base pay with additional education:
AA/AS: $7705.33 Monthly
BA/BS: $8135.36 Monthly
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT
EXAM NUMBER:
J2707SB
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from active military personnel.
WHEN TO APPLY:The application filing period will begin on April 30 2026 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will continue until the needs of the Department are met. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
Why work for usWith more than 10 million residents Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California over 116000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement property assessment public health protection water conservation cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2300 different job descriptions offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work relax and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county: Job Functions
EXAMPLE OF SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM DUTIES
- Hands-on training
- Structured environment
- Observe law enforcement operations
- Experience public service
EXAMPLE OF DEPUTY SHERIFF TRAINEE DUTIES- Participate in a formal law enforcement training
- Classroom and practical training
EXAMPLE OF DEPUTY SHERIFF DUTIES- Testify in court
- Make a forcible arrest
- Search for and handle evidence/contraband
- Use a firearm
- Drive a county vehicle
Incumbents who successfully complete the Sheriffs Training Academy and are appointed to the Deputy Sheriff (#2708) classification must possess and maintain a current and validBasic Certificate from the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Peace officers on probation must possess and maintain a Proof of Eligibility (POE) issued by POST.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
- Currently be serving in the military.
- At least 19 ½ years of age at time of application.
- Eligible to work legally in the United States under federal law.
- Graduation from an accredited high school its equivalent or higher in accordance with California Government Code Section 1031(e).
- Valid California Class C driver license or equivalent from another state upon submitting their application. A California Class C driver license or above will be required by the time of appointment to Deputy Sheriff Trainee.
PHYSICAL CLASS
IV - Arduous
This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds often combined with bending twisting or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be in good general physical condition free from any medical condition that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the essential duties of this classification.
VISION:
(1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction correctable to 20/30 in each eye.
Successful soft contact lens wearers are not required to meet the uncorrected standard as long as their corrected vision is 20/30 in each eye.
(2) Color perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying.
HEARING:
There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies ofand 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than:
30 dB at 500 Hz
30 dB at 1000 Hz
40 dB at 2000 Hz
40 dB at 3000 Hz
There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test the case of a questionable unusual or borderline hearing loss the applicants record may be reviewed by the Occupational Health Programs Service Consultant for final determination of qualifications.Additional Information
LASD SKILLBRIDGE HIRING PROCESS
1. Application (including Supplemental Questionnaire)
2. Security Clearance and Personal History Statement
3. Multiple-Choice Test
4. Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT)
5. Structured Interview Live Scan Polygraph
6. Military Approval
7. SkillBridge Program
8. Background Investigation including Pre-Investigative Questionnaire*
9. Psychological and Medical Evaluations*
10. Academy Training
*These processes will be done while participant is in SkillBridge Program.
If during the hiring process we determine that one or more components have expired prior to hire you will be required to complete the expired component(s) again.
APPLICATION
The application includes a supplemental questionnaire which includes minimum requirements working conditions and pre-investigative questions. The pre-investigative questions will be utilized as part of the background investigation process. If you fail the pre-investigative questionnaire you may be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.
SECURITY CLEARANCE AND PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT
You must pass an initial Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department (LASD) security clearance and complete the required Personal History Statement (PHS). You will receive emails from our electronic case management system E-Hire with instructions on how to complete the required PHS and submit specific documents (i.e. driver license social security card birth/marriage certificate(s) etc.). It is your responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to your background intake appointment. We will verify the copies against the originals and return all original documents.
MULTIPLE-CHOICE TEST
The examination will consist of a computer based multiple-choice test weighted 100% assessing writing clarity vocabulary spelling writing grammar reading comprehension deductive and inductive reasoning and data interpretation. A passing score of 70% or higher is necessary to be placed on the eligible register. LASDs Law Enforcement Job Family (LEJF) multiple-choice test scores do not expire. If you fail you may retest without penalty before your application expires. This test is not reviewable by applicants per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
Test Preparation
There are websites available that have practice tests to help in the preparation of this examination. They are only guides and do not guarantee success in the examination.
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources (DHR) website:
Commission website:
application will remain active for three (3) months from the date of your application. You may reschedule the multiple-choice test within this period and must pass before your application expires.
Score Transfer
If you achieved a qualifying score from any of the LEJF examinations the latest LEJF multiple-choice test score will be transferred to this recruitment.
If you have taken the POST PELLETB and achieved a T-Score of 42 or higher you may have your test score transferred to this examination. To transfer a score please email a legible copy of your PELLETB score to the Sworn Examinations Unit at swornexamsentrylevel@ at the time of application.All transferred scores are subject to verification by POSTs Standards and Evaluations Services Bureau.
If you wish to take the LEJF multiple-choice test instead of transferring your PELLETB scorethe latest test score will be the final score.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
In lieu of traditional banding an alternative banding procedure may be employed as a result of a special study sanctioned by DHR consistent with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D).
Eligible applicants will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twenty-four (24) months.
VALIDATED PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST
Those who pass the multiple-choice test will proceed to the VPAT. The VPAT evaluates your baseline physical fitness level relative to the physical demands of the training academy and is comprised of four tests: push-ups 75-yard run sit-ups and 20 meter shuttle run test. You must attempt the VPAT to start the background investigation. You will have unlimited opportunities to pass during the hiring process and must pass the VPAT prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment. You are strongly encouraged to work out and be in good physical condition and should continue to exercise to meet the demands of the academy. We offerPre-Academy Workouts for applicants in the hiring process.
STRUCTURED INTERVIEW LIVE SCAN POLYGRAPH
After you attempt the VPAT you will participate in a P.O.S.T. mandated structured interview (SI). The SI evaluates your experience problem solving interest/motivation interpersonal skills community involvement/awareness and communication skills. If you do not pass the SI you must wait three (3) months to reapply. You will be live scanned and participate in a polygraph examination.
MILITARY APPROVAL
Applicants must obtain military approval prior to being accepted into the SkillBridge Program.
SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM
Upon successful completion of steps 1-6 LASD will enroll the applicant in the SkillBridge Program. The background investigation continues throughout the SkillBridge internship and will be finalized before the program concludes.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION & PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE
A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews law enforcement agency checks and residence/employment checks. After the background investigation those who are selected will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological and medical evaluations. You will be required to complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that will consist of questions regarding narcotics use theft arrest history domestic violence and driving history. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: Failure to appear to scheduled appointments felony convictions job related misdemeanor convictions certain serious traffic convictions or patterns suspended license driving under the influence poor credit or employment history substance abuse and active criminal probation.- Those disqualified from the background investigation may be ineligible to reapply for any LASD position(s) for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
PSYCHOLOGICAL & MEDICAL EVALUATION
The psychological evaluation consists of a four (4) hour test followed by a meeting with a psychologist. The medical evaluation assesses physical ability ensuring capability to participate in the demanding duties of the position.- If you do not pass the psychological or medical evaluation you will be ineligible to reapply for the position for twelve (12) months.
ACADEMY TRAINING
The Sheriffs Academy is a twenty-two week long training program and is approved by the California Department of Corrections and POST. Classes are conducted Monday through Friday and some weekends and holidays usually last eight and one-half hours and may be conducted in shifts. Recruits generally spend additional time outside of class preparing for class and studying for exams. Recruits will participate in classroom and scenario-based training including: the interpretation and application of laws report writing radio operations first aid and CPR defensive tactics handcuffing and searching techniques use of the baton the safe handling care and use of firearms emergency vehicle operations and Department regulations and laws regarding the use of force and firearms. Throughout the academy program recruits will also participate in regular physical training. Knowledge skill and task competence will be assessed. Academy success will be determined through multiple-choice and true/false tests role playing exercises and performance physical ability and work sample tests.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail fax or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the Apply green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. All information is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. We will only accept applications that clearly show they meet the requirements.
ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE
All correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add the following email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe you can always check for notifications by logging into and viewing your profile inbox which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. We will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling.
ANTI-RACISM DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles acknowledges that everyone has equal rights under the US Constitution We are dedicated to advancing Anti-Racism Diversity and Inclusion to combat racial disparities. We endorse the ARDI Strategic Plan to enhance equality diversity and inclusion in hiring and employment.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
LASD has azero tolerance policy for its employees for the use of narcotics controlled substances and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD
You must file your application online using your own user ID and password. Using a family members or a friends user ID and password may erase your original application record and may result in a rejection of your application.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
You must include your social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number.
TESTINGACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note you will be contacted at a later time by a Sheriffs Department representative that will guide you through the process. You will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible register.
ADA Coordinator Phone:
Teletype Phone:
California Relay Services Phone:
Department Contact Name: Sworn Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone:
Department Contact email:
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
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Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at .Veterans Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy in all open competitive examinations (i.e. examinations open to everyone) the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veterans credit please visit: September 2025
Required Experience:
Intern
