San Diego County Sheriff's Department

  • Welcome to the San Diego Sheriff's Office website.  The Sheriff's Office provides public safety services to 4,200 square miles of unincorporated San Diego County, nine contract cities, and eighteen Indian Reservations.  We manage the county jails and provide security to the courthouses.  I invite you to discover the services that we provide and the amazing work that is done every day by our staff as we keep our communities safe. 

     

    Kelly Martinez, Sheriff

Main Office:

John F. Duffy Administrative Center
9621 Ridgehaven Ct.
San Diego, CA 92123

Phone: 858-974-2222

Oct 21, 2026
Full time
$57,554 - $70,762 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary The County of San Diego is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Detention Processing Technician    Apply today if you are interested in working in the criminal justice system interpreting court and other legal documents! This position is eligible for appointment at step 1, $57,553.60 annually. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5. Future Salary Increase ** June 2027 – 4.20% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the- Board + 1.20% Market Adjustment) Detentions Processing Technicians  play a vital role in the criminal justice system, overseeing the intake and release of incarcerated individuals while maintaining up-to-date custody records. They interpret complex legal documents, calculate time served based on local and state sentencing...
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
$360,000 - $370,000 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary   The County of San Diego invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of:  Chief of Psychiatry- Sheriff's Office  (Actual Job Classification:  Clinical Director) Click here to view a detailed job brochure that outlines the duties and responsibilities of the position. To learn more, please read the Clinical Director job description. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.   Blind Applicant Screening The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$44,450 - $54,683 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary Applications are currently being accepted for  Stock Clerk Stock Clerks assigned to a Medical or a Detention Facility as their primary work location receive a premium in addition to their base salary.   Selected candidates will be hired at Step 1  $44,449.60 of the salary range. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5.   Future Salary Increases  ** June 25, 2027 - 4.77% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.77% Market Increase) The following additional pay incentives and premiums  are available ** $.50/hour Work Location Premium (Assigned to work in a locked facility in the Sheriff's Office as primary work location)  ** $300 Uniform Allowance (Reimbursed for Hard Toe Shoes) Stock Clerk positions are allocated to...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$74,048 - $100,360 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary Join Our World-Class Team! The Sheriff's Office is hiring experienced individuals for the position of Sheriff's Emergency Services Dispatcher . Future Salary Increase ** June 2027 – 5.53% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 2.53% Market  Adjustment )  Employees may be assigned training or lead roles that are eligible for premiums below: Eligible employees shall be paid an additional ten percent (10%) of their regular base rate for time spent providing training to newly hired staff in the areas of telephone and radio communications in the Sheriff’s Communication Center. This premium shall be paid for time worked only. Eligible employees shall be paid 10% of their base pay when assigned as a lead dispatcher.  Furthermore, employees receiving the lead premium shall not be eligible to receive the Sheriff's...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$87,734 - $107,848 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for the position of Sheriff's Mental Health Case Management Clinician Selected candidates will be hired at Step 1 $87,734.40 of the salary range.County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placementin Accordance withCompensation Ordinance 1.3.5. Future Salary Increases  ** June 25, 2027 - 4.17% increase to base pay(3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.17% Market Increase) The following additional pay incentives and premiums  are available ** Up to one hundred dollars ($100) off of the full purchase price for public transportation to travel to and from work   (San Diego Metropolitan Transit System pass, North County Transit District pass, Transit Pass Program  ** $300 monthly allowance for parking expenses at certain County of San Diego work...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$103,438 - $147,368 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary The County of San Diego Invites Your Interest in an Excellent Career Opportunity!  SHERIFF'S DETENTION NURSE  Serving the Citizens of San Diego with Excellence   The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.   Future Salary Increase ** June 2027 – 5.17% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 2.17% Market Adjustment) The following additional premiums are available: In addition to the base salary, Sheriff's Detentions Registered Nurse (RN)  *Earn $1.50/hr for working evening shift  *Earn $2.50/hr for working graveyard shift   *10% institutional work location premium   *Receive free food in the detention facilities  *Receive an annual uniform allowance...
Oct 14, 2026
Temporary
$24.04 - $156.75 hourly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary  The County of San Diego is currently accepting resumes for the position of General Practitioner - M.D., D.O. Psychiatrist  Temporary Medical License $125.00 hourly Diplomate in Psychiatry - $137.50 hourlyDiplomate in relevant sub-specialty - $143.75 hourly We have an exciting opportunity as a Temporary Expert Professional (TEP) General Practitioner M.D., D.O. Psychiatrist  within the San Diego Sheriff's Office (SDSO) Detentions Services Bureau (DSB). This temporary position supports the Sheriff’s Office Medical Services Division and reports directly to the Medical Services Administrator.  Duties include the following: Establishing the standard of care and clinical guidelines for all psychiatric providers working in SDSO detention facilities. Assessing clinical workloads and assisting in determining psychiatric staffing models...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$118,997 - $125,070 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary The County of San Diego is currently recruiting for the position of Licensed Mental Health Clinician, Sheriff's Detentions Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment. Future Salary Increase ** June 2027 – 3.8% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board +.80% Market Adjustment)  The following additional premiums are available: * 10% locked facilities premium and 10% premium for institutional work location Qualified applicants will be invited to schedule an interview time and should expect to spend at least two hours for the interview and background process.  Additional information will be provided prior to the interview.   Interview times will be assigned on a first come, first served basis,...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$41,995 - $51,626 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary   Are you an experienced Laundry Worker looking for steady work, great benefits, and a chance to serve your community?  Join the County of San Diego for reliable hours, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. The County of San Diego is currently recruiting for the position of  LAUNDRY WORKER Future Salary Increase ** June 2027 – 4.5% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.50% Market Adjustment)  In addition to base salary, Laundry Workers may be eligible for additional premiums:  $0.25 per hour premium for working in a medical/detention facility (or an additional 5% above base salary for assignment to Polinsky Children’s Center) $1.25 per hour premium for the supervision of Sheriff's incarcerated workers $0.80 per hour shift differential for Overnight Shifts Positions...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$44,928 - $47,715 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary Food Service Workers assigned to a Medical or a Detention Facility as their primary work location receive a $0.25 per hour premium in addition to their base salary. The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment. Applications are being accepted for Food Services Worker Future Salary Increases  ** June 25, 2027 - 6.37% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 3.37% Market Increase) The following additional pay incentives and premiums  are available **$300 Uniform Allowance (Reimbursed for Hard Toe Shoes) Food Services Workers are assigned to the Central Production Center, Detention Facilities of the Sheriff's Office, or Edgemoor Distinct Part Skilled Nursing Facility of the Health and Human Services Agency.  Food Service Workers are responsible for performing...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$66,040 - $81,203 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary Bring Your Team Attitude to Help Shape a First Class Experience!  The Sheriff's Office is hiring for Detention Processing Supervisor Apply Now! This position is eligible for appointment at step 1, $66,040.00 annually. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5. Future Salary Increases June 2027 - 3.97% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 0.97% Market Increase) Detention Processing Supervisors (DPS)  serve as frontline leaders overseeing the intake and processing of individuals in custody. Responsibilities include ensuring all protocols align with applicable laws, judicial directives, sentencing guidelines, and internal departmental policies and procedures. This role works in locked County detention facility that is operational 24 hours a day,...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$87,936 - $133,793 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary Are you alaw enforcement professional with proven experience; consider joining the County of San Diego Sheriff's Office team! We're hiring for Deputy Sheriff-Lateral.    About the Position Newly hired Lateral Deputy Sheriffs are assigned to one of three bureaus: Detentions, Court Services, or Law Enforcement Services. Assignments are based on the needs of the Sheriff's Office and on the applicant's training and experience. Deputy Sheriffs perform a variety of general law enforcement functions consisting of patrol, court services, investigations, arrest, apprehension, supervision of inmates, and other duties as assigned. Read the complete job description that includes minimum requirements, physical characteristics, license requirements, and working conditions.    The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable traits:...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
$82,285 - $101,067 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
This posting covers San Diego County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Job Summary   Bring Your Passion and Support the Rehabilitation Process The County of San Diego is currently recruiting for the position of Correctional Counselor Selected candidates will be hired at step 1, $82,284.80.80 of the salary range. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5. FUTURE SALARY INCREASE  ** June 2027 – 4.43% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the- Board + 1.43% Market Adjustment)  The following additional pay incentive(s) and/or premium(s) are available: Correctional Counselors assigned to institutional work locations earn 5% above the regular base rate.   About the Position Correctional Counselor is a professional journey-level position that works within the Sheriff's Office, Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA), and...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$82,701 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
Deputy Sheriff Cadet-26574707 Salary $82,700.80 Annually Location  County of San Diego, CA Job Type Regular - Full time Job Number 26574707 Department Sheriff Division Human Resource Services Opening Date 07/01/2026   Description Benefits Questions Job Summary     Are you seeking an exciting and challenging career in law enforcement?  The County of San Diego has immediate vacancies for  Deputy Sheriff's Cadet . Future Salary Increases ** June 2027 – 4.47% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.47% Market  Adjustment )   Cadets who successfully complete the 26-week Academy will be promoted to the  Deputy Sheriff  classification. ...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$74,380 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
Deputy Sheriff Cadet-Detentions/Court Services-26579701 Salary $74,380.80 Annually Location  County of San Diego, CA Job Type Regular - Full time Job Number 25579707 Department Sheriff Division Human Resource Services Opening Date 07/01/2025 Closing Date Continuous   Description Benefits Questions Job Summary   Are you seeking an exciting and challenging career in law enforcement? The County of San Diego has immediate vacancies for  Deputy Sheriff's Cadet – Detentions/Court Services . Apply today for an opportunity to gain valuable skills necessary for a rewarding career in law enforcement!   Future Salary Increase ** June 2026 – 5.83%...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$42,203 - $51,937 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
STOCK CLERK   Stock Clerk positions are allocated to various departments throughout the County of San Diego, with immediate vacancies in the Sheriff's Department.    Under general supervision, incumbents in this class receive, store, inventory, issue and deliver a variety of materials, supplies, and equipment for a department or division in a large storeroom or warehouse.  Essential functions are considered routine and physical in nature.    Stock Clerks assigned to the Sheriff's Department may assign, train, instruct, lead, or supervise incarcerated persons and perform retail tasks such as scanning items on a point-of-sale terminal and delivery of Commissary orders in designated areas of a detention facility or within Sheriff's Commissary Stores.    Applicants must be willing to work any shift, on holidays or weekends and may work in a 24-hour detention facility, based on assignment. Shift premium and locked facility...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$57,158 - $73,756 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department CA
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Sheriff's Detentions-25462601 Salary $57,158.40 - $73,756.80 Annually Location  County of San Diego, CA Job Type Regular - Full time Job Number 25462601 Department Sheriff Opening Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date Continuous   Description Benefits Questions Job Summary     Future Salary Increase ** June 2026 – 5.2% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 1.7% Market Adjustment)  ** June 2027 – 4.7% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.7% Market Adjustment)  In addition to the base salary, Sheriff's Detentions Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN)   *Earn .80/hr for working evening shift *Earn .80/hr...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$39,998 - $49,171 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department CA
Laundry Worker-25653001 Salary   Location  County of San Diego, CA Job Type Regular - Full time Job Number 25653001 Department Sheriff Division Detention Oper Area 1 Opening Date 01/30/2025 Closing Date Continuous   Description Benefits Questions Job Summary       The County of San Diego is currently recruiting for the position of  LAUNDRY WORKER In addition to base salary, Laundry Workers may be eligible for additional premiums:  $0.25 per hour premium for working in a medical/detention facility (or an additional 5% above base salary for assignment to Polinsky Children’s Center) $1.25 per hour premium for the...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$42,057 - $44,657 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department CA
Food Services Worker-24641509 Salary $42,057.60 - $44,657.60 Annually Location  County of San Diego, CA Job Type Regular - Full time Job Number 24641509 Department Sheriff Division Detention Oper Area 1 Opening Date 10/02/2024 Closing Date Continuous   Description Benefits Questions Job Summary     FOOD SERVICES WORKERS assigned to a Medical or a Detention Facility as their primary work location receive a $0.25 per hour premium in addition to their base salary.   Applications are being accepted for FOOD SERVICES WORKER Future Salary Increases  ** June 26, 2026 - 6.87% increase to base pay (3.50% Across-the-Board + 3.37% Market...
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
$74,565 - $123,715 yearly
San Diego County Sheriff's Department San Diego, CA
Newly hired Lateral Deputy Sheriffs are assigned to one of three bureaus: Detentions, Court Services, or Law Enforcement Services. Assignments are based on the needs of the department and on the applicant's training and experience. Deputy Sheriffs perform a variety of general law enforcement functions consisting of patrol, court services, investigations, arrest, apprehension, supervision of inmates, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable traits: communicates effectively, knowledge worker, customer-focused, values and respects others, drives to excel, teamwork and collaboration, continuous learning, demonstrates ethical behavior, and supportive of change.   The following are additional pay incentives and premiums that are available for those who are eligible: New Lateral Incentive Pay up to $20,000. Night Shift Premium/ Shift Differential - 5% with 4 or more hours worked between 5:00 PM - 8:00...