Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period.
 
Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates!
 
The County of Nevada offers additional pay incentives in addition to the monthly salary: 

• Intermediate POST 2.5% of monthly base salary
• Advanced POST 5% of monthly base salary
• AA/AS Degree $175.00 per month
• BA/BS Degree $275.00 per month

If you are looking for a more diverse career, we have an opportunity for you. Consider working as a Deputy Sheriff in one of California's most breathtaking regions, in a community that supports law enforcement, and in an organization that supports each other. Here you will feel like family instead of just a number.

This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education.

CALPERS PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM

Tier I 3% @ 50 
 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) .
 Tier II 3% @ 55
  (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/24/11-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County).
 Tier III PEPRA 2.7% @ 57 
 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13).

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Read the full job description for more information.

Examples of Duties

Here are some duties performed by our Deputy Sheriffs:

• Patrols assigned areas in a vehicle, boat, UTV, or on foot and answers calls for protection of life and property
• Conducts preliminary investigations, interrogates witnesses, collects evidence, and takes statements in connection with suspected criminal activities; substantiates findings of fact in court
• Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests; maintains departmental files and records
• If assigned to a contract city/town, provides for the investigation and documentation of traffic collisions, apprehension and arrest of persons driving under the influence, and routine traffic law enforcement
• Performs jailer and/or bailiff duties as assigned

Education and Experience Required

 
Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.  
Completion of at least 30 units of college education is desired from an accredited college or university.
 
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Proof of either A) or B) listed below, must be submitted at the time of application:

A) Completion of POST basic training course within six (6) years if never employed as a peace officer or three (3) years if employed as a peace officer;
 
 OR
 
(B) Completion of POST basic requalification course administered by the State Commission on POST with no longer than a three (3) year break of employment as a peace officer (possession of a valid POST Basic certificate will satisfy this requirement).