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Butte County Sheriff

Mission Statement

The mission of the Butte County Sheriff's Office is to protect and serve the citizens of Butte County by providing vigorous, ethical, efficient law enforcement and to increase public awareness of personal safety and security measures. We will provide humane custody and care for those incarcerated in the County Jail.

In order to accomplish this mission, the Butte County Sheriff's Office will encourage professionalism through improved communication and by providing continuous and productive training. The Sheriff's Office is committed to providing a secure and comfortable work environment in which employees are encouraged to take pride in their work and strive for excellence. The Sheriff's Office realizes the importance of individual commitment and recognizes outstanding employee performance.

Core Values

An unwavering commitment to providing Constitutional, Ethical and Professional law enforcement service to the Citizens of Butte County shall be the Core Values of the Butte County Sheriff’s Office.

A. Constitutional - Upon appointment to a position within the Butte County Sheriff’s Office, every member of the agency signs an oath acknowledging a commitment to support, defend and uphold the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California. By providing service that comports with and ensures the rights and privileges guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and the State of California, employees uphold their oath of office. 

B. Ethical – Ethical conduct by members of the Butte County Sheriff’s Office is rightly expected by the Sheriff and the public and is paramount to establishing legitimacy in the exercise of the authority granted to members of the department. Providing ethical service lends to a positive public identity, which can lead to a more supportive political and legal environment and an increased level of public confidence and trust amongst constituencies and stakeholders. 

C. Professional – Providing professional service, consistent with departmental policies, enacted laws and regulations, training and recognized best practices reduces liability and increases the likelihood of success in the endeavors undertaken by members of the Butte County Sheriff’s Office. Striving for professionalism also enhances the public’s trust in the department.

 

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Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Public Safety Dispatcher II - Lateral
$58,073 - $77,812 yearly
Butte County Sheriff CA
CLICK  HERE  FOR MORE INFORMATION! Additional qualifications for LATERAL transfers:   Must be currently working or employed within the last twelve months as a public safety dispatcher in a California Law Enforcement Agency or California Fire Department with a minimum of one (1) year experience as a public safety dispatcher with the same agency. FLSA: Non-Exempt DEFINITION Under immediate or general supervision, receives 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls; dispatches assignments according to established emergency and County procedures; performs a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned functional area; and performs related duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives immediate (Public Safety Dispatcher I) or general (Public Safety Dispatcher II) supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel.  Exercises no direct supervision over staff. CLASS...
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Deputy Sheriff (Lateral) Butte
$81,432 - $109,137 yearly
Butte County Sheriff CA
We have some exciting news! The Butte County Sheriff’s Office is now offering a $50,000 hiring bonus for Lateral Deputy Sheriff!  CLICK  HERE   for more information! Employees in the Deputy Sheriff classification are entitled to receive POST Certificate incentive pay up to 8%--Intermediate POST (3.5%) and Advanced POST (4.5%). Patrol (2.5%), FTO (4%), Investigator (5%) and other compensation premiums are detailed in section 14.00 of the  Deputy Sheriff’s Association-General Unit Memorandum of Understanding.    All deputies have a take-home vehicle and are entitled to participate in a wellness program that includes a free onsite department only gym, functional fitness classes, physical therapy and access to a psychologist.   There following salary increase is effective July 5, 2025 Deputy Sheriff  :  The salary range effective July 5, 2025 is $3,132.00 -...
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Deputy Sheriff (POST) Butte
$81,432 yearly
Butte County Sheriff CA
Qualified applicants can anticipate an email invitation to participate in the P hysical Agility Test and Oral Interview  . Location: Butte County Public Safety Training Center located at 1222 Openshaw Road, Oroville, CA 95960 Employees in the Deputy Sheriff classification are entitled to receive POST Certificate incentive pay up to 8%--Intermediate POST (3.5%) and Advanced POST (4.5%). Patrol (2.5%), FTO (4%), Investigator (5%) and other compensation premiums are detailed in section 14.00 of the  Deputy Sheriff’s Association-General Unit Memorandum of Understanding.   All deputies have a take-home vehicle and are entitled to participate in a wellness program that includes a free onsite department only gym, functional fitness classes, physical therapy and access to a psychologist.   FLSA: Non-Exempt DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of...
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Deputy Sheriff Trainee Butte County
$67,808 yearly
Butte County Sheriff Butte Valley, CA
Applicants currently enrolled to attend an academy or are currently attending an academy are encouraged to apply. The physical agility and written exam will be held on TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026. Qualified  applicants can expect to receive an  email notification  no later  than  JULY 7, 2026  inviting them to the JULY 14th  exams . Physical Agility Exam Information:  This examination will be held at the  Butte County Public Safety Training Center located at 1222 Openshaw Road, Oroville, CA 95965 at 8:00 a.m.  This examination consists of the following tasks that MUST be completed within the amount of time specified. Failing any one of the 5 tasks will result in failure for the entire physical agility exam. Each task will be performed separately one person at a time except for the 500 yard run which will be performed in a group. Listed below is a description of the...
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Correctional Deputy I (Entry level) - II (Lateral) Butte County
$29.93 - $42.15 hourly
Butte County Sheriff CA
This recruitment is for Correctional Deputy level I and level II (Lateral). Employees in these classifications receive 7.5% Detention Premium Pay in addition to their base salary.  This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2026. Correctional Deputy I :  The salary range, effective July 5, 202,5 is $2,394.40 - $3,208.80 biweekly ($29.93 - $40.11 per hour). Correctional Deputy II :  The salary range, effective July 5, 2025, is $2,516.80 - $3,372.00 biweekly ($31.46 - $42.15 per hour). FLSA: Non-Exempt  DEFINITION Under immediate or general supervision, maintains facility security and inmate welfare in a County Jail; oversees and directs the work of inmates in structured situations and the community during an assigned shift; prepares clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports and other written materials; maintains accurate records, logs, and files; and performs related duties as assigned....