27 government jobs found in Sacramento

THE POSITION You must have taken and passed the Police Officer Recruit examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click here .   Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. Applicants applying to this posting will be hired as a Police Officer Recruit and must successfully complete a twenty-four (24) week P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy. Upon satisfactory graduation from a P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy, a Police Officer Recruit meeting the requirements of the Police Officer classification shall be advanced to the career classification of Police Officer.  For more information regarding the Police Officer or Community Service Officer II positions, please visit the following links:  Police...

THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are the 15th and last day of each month. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The City Attorney is currently seeking an experienced attorney to handle general litigation matters for the City of Sacramento. The ideal candidate is an experienced litigator who is capable of independently handling a litigation caseload and has effective and persuasive written and oral advocacy skills, solid legal writing background and legal research skills. They will have the ability to work collaboratively for some projects and independently for others. They will be comfortable and competent to handle civil litigation from inception to conclusion, including any potential...

THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are the 15th and last day of each month. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The Sacramento City Attorney’s Office is seeking a dynamic attorney to join our Community Advocacy and Public Safety Division. This position offers a hybrid work model (two days per week in-office) with no billable hour requirements. Duties will span civil nuisance abatement, Health and Safety Code § 17980.7 receivership proceedings, Gun Violence Restraining Orders, Pitchess motion responses, and some criminal prosecution. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with a strong desire to grow their litigation practice in a...

The Position                 This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:      10/28/25, 12/30/25, 2/24/26, 4/28/26, 6/30/26, 8/25/26, 10/27/26, 12/29/26  Under direction, the Sheriff's Security Officer enforces security; safeguards and protects County and/or contracted non-County property, buildings, and equipment. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.   County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email  Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667   Employment applications and all documentation...

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:  8/14/26, *9/4/26, 10/9/26, 12/11/26 Salary Information:  Level 1 - $3,767.10 - $4,577.92/month Level 2 - $4,228.17 - $5,139.96/month The Sheriff's Records Specialist class performs a range of specialized technical clerical support duties in relation to law enforcement including, but not limited to the following: criminal records, warrants, civil process, and inmate booking and processing. This class is used strictly in the Sheriff's Department. Positions in this class vary in actual duties performed depending on the needs of the specific division assigned. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of...

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/20/26, 8/24/26, 9/21/26, 10/19/26, 11/23/26, 12/21/26  (final) Under supervision, the Sheriff's Records Officer I performs a wide variety of specialized and/or technical law enforcement support duties within the Sheriff's Department. Application and Testing Information   APPLICATION   Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email  Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00...

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:    4/17/26, 8/21/26, 12/18/26 (final) Sheriff's Community Services Officer II, under general supervision, performs non-hazardous vehicle code and parking regulation enforcement, special events or emergency traffic control, general traffic and parking control throughout the general unincorporated area of Sacramento County, and creates traffic and crime reports. Some positions may be assigned to a City to which law enforcement services are being provided by the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department.   Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.   County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700...

The Position             This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:   12/26/25, 1/23/26, 3/20/26, 5/22/26, 7/24/26, 9/25/26, 11/20/26 (Final) Sheriff's Community Services Officer I, under supervision, performs non-hazardous vehicle code and parking regulation enforcement, special events or emergency traffic control, general traffic and parking control throughout the general unincorporated area of Sacramento County. Some positions may be assigned to a City to which law enforcement services are provided by the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.   County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services...

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:   4/3/26, 6/5/26, 8/7/26, 10/2/26, 12/4/26 Under supervision, the Sheriff's 911 Call Dispatcher receives telephone reports of emergency and non-emergency incidents from Sacramento County residents, contracting cities, and local, state and federal jurisdictions. Application and Testing Information   APPLICATION   Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email  Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must...

The Position   This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are 5:00 pm on:    1/29/26, 3/26/26, 5/28/26, 7/30/26, 9/24/26, 11/30/26  (final) The Senior Sheriff's Records Specialist class performs complex specialized law enforcement clerical support, and/or performs lead duties including, but not limited to, the following: criminal records, warrants, civil process, and inmate booking and processing. This class is used strictly in the Sheriff's Department. Positions in this class vary in actual duties performed depending on the needs of the specific division assigned. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION   Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.    County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services...

The Position  This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:   11/13/25, 1/16/26, 3/13/26, 5/15/26, 7/17/26, 9/10/26, 11/13/26 The testing process consists of a Training and Experience Evaluation Exam. Applicants' relevant experience, education and training will be evaluated based solely upon responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire and the T-score achieved on the  Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). Applicants are encouraged to take the PELLETB and receive the results (T-score) prior to submitting an application. Information about where to take the PELLETB is included in this announcement.     Under close supervision, the Deputy Sheriff Recruit participates in a basic law enforcement training program including the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved Basic Academy....

The Position Range A -  $7,913.52 - $9,618.75 /month Range B - $10,603.56/month This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:     10/27/25, 12/29/25, 2/23/26, 4/27/26, 6/29/26, 8/24/26, 10/26/26, 12/28/26 Under supervision, and in a temporary/intermittent capacity, performs law enforcement duties to protect life and property and to preserve law and order, and performs related work as required.  This class is a temporary/intermittent journey level class in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents perform the full range of duties including patrol, community oriented policing, crime prevention, crime investigations, supervision and control of inmates, court services, or specialized activities such as training, burglary prevention, and community liaison, depending on the assignment.* Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants...

The Position                                                         This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:   10/27/25, 12/29/25, 2/23/26, 4/27/26, 6/29/26, 8/24/26, 10/26/26, 12/28/26* Range A -  $7,913.52 - $9,618.75 /month Range B - $10,603.56/month Under supervision, the Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement duties to protect life and property and to preserve law and order, and to perform related work as required. This class is the journey level class in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents perform the full range of duties including patrol,  community oriented policing, crime prevention* , crime investigations, supervision and control of inmates, court services, or specialized activities such as training, burglary prevention, and community liaison, depending on...

Job Qualifications and Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY Triple Canopy and Constellis' Security Guards provide general security for building patrons and the general public at various state buildings within the Sacramento, CA area. COMPENSATION Hourly Rate - $16.90/hr Health and Welfare - $12.46/hr (Cash in Lieu Available) RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor the entry and exit of personnel at User Agency facilities Inspect facilities to ensure doors, windows and roofs are secure Protect state property and deter theft or criminal activity by serving as a physical presence or visual deterrent while making security checks throughout User Agency facilities Maintain security logs Maintain high visibility, answer routine questions for directions and handle minor problems Observe and immediately report urgent and suspicious situations to the appropriate personnel, and/or emergency services via telephone, radio or any means possible...

Job Description and Duties This position is located in Sacramento This is a Peace Officer position subject to P.O.S.T. requirements. Performing in a law enforcement capacity, the incumbent; conducts highly confidential and complex criminal investigations pertaining to internal security, employee misconduct, document integrity, public funds, burglary of offices, tampering with official records and systems, and other special cases of a criminal nature; participates as a DMV law enforcement representative in multi-agency criminal investigations, and assignments involving Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Homeland Security, and other law enforcement or allied agencies; provides direct criminal investigative testimony, witness, advisory and services to State and Federal courts, other law enforcement or allied agencies, and DMV legal staff; performs a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their...

DEFINITION To provide services through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.   DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The classification of Police Officer is a journey level classification assigned full arrest and citation powers under the California Penal Code. Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Officer Recruit classification in that it has full police authority to carry out the enforcement of laws and ordinances while the Police Officer Recruit is a recruiting and training-level classification with no police authority. Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Sergeant classification in that it is a journey level classification which has no supervisory responsibilities except for training new employees while the Police Sergeant has supervisory responsibility and directs work of subordinate personnel on a continual basis. Police Officers receive assignments and special instruction from higher ranking officers who also review the Police Officer's work.  ...

THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED   Application cut-off dates are, 06/30/26, 07/31/26, 08/31/26, 09/30/26, 10/31/26, 11/30/26, 12/31/26.  New hires in the Parking Enforcement Officer classification may be eligible for one-time recruitment and retention bonuses totaling up to $5,000 during the first year of employment. The Department of Public Works, Parking Services Division, is seeking Parking Enforcement Officers.  This position will require reporting to work on weekends, holidays and evening shifts, at times in inclement weather conditions. This position requires proficiency in communication due to regular interactions with other sections and departments within the City of Sacramento.  IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will be adept at writing and issuing parking citations, responding to complaints and inquiries, and performing investigative and field work involving the enforcement of appropriate codes,...

You must have taken and passed the Dispatcher CritiCall examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click  here .  You must have experience  as a  law enforcement  Dispatcher   in a Public Safety Dispatch Center  to qualify for this position. Please review "Qualifications - Lateral Entry" within this job announcement before applying for this position   Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. To receive incoming telephone calls and dispatch police units as necessary for assistance; perform a variety of general support duties related to communications activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled...

THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.   Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. Under general supervision, the Animal Control Officer II coordinates and performs a variety of animal control and compliance functions, including patrolling assigned areas; monitoring and enforcing animal control regulations; responding to animal control inquiries and complaints from the public; issuing citations and warnings; and performing all animal related public safety and health duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a journey level classification in the Animal Control Officer series.  At the discretion of the appointing authority, positions in this...

  Responsible for the enforcement of all California State laws and University policies. Provide crime prevention by safeguarding University and personal property through motorized and foot patrol of assigned areas. Obtain evidence, apprehend violators, perform arrests and appear in courts as a witness. Enforce all posted University speed regulations using police radio patrol cars, respond to all radio calls or disturbances, assist in transporting the ill and injured as required. Investigate and make appropriate reports on accidents, property damage, fires, law violations and disturbances of the peace occurring on campus. FLSA : Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)   Best-in-class Benefits :  Click here to learn more CSU Total Compensation :  Click here to learn more Recruitment Type : Regular (probationary) Time Base : Full-Time Work Hours : Varies; irregular...