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Sheriff's Security Officer

The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve.

The opportunity: Sheriff's Security Officers have the opportunity to serve their communities following the Sheriff's Mission and Vision, protecting the El Dorado County Government Buildings and Superior Courts, and the persons within. Sheriff's Security Officers are assigned to all Courthouses and specified Government Buildings within El Dorado County.

This recruitment is specifically for assignment to El Dorado County Government Buildings. Security Officers are defined in California Penal Code Section 831.4. Candidates are non-sworn, armed, and uniformed civilian personnel with the authority to issue citations for infractions only. Candidates do not receive prisoners and do not have arrest powers.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Provide security to assigned County Government buildings.
• Protect persons and property at assigned facility.
• Observe and report any potential safety concerns or hazards.
• May restrain or temporarily detain violators.

Sheriff's Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following requirements:

• Sheriff's Security Officer I
• Equivalent to graduation from High School
• Be at least 21 years of age at time of application
• Two (2) years of experience working with members of the public.
• License and Certifications must be successfully completed within first year of employment
• California POST Arrest and Firearms training course as described in Penal Code Section 832
• California POST Baton course
• Obtain and maintain firearms qualifications
• Obtain and maintain CPR Certification
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record
• Sheriff's Security Officer II
• In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to the County's class of Sheriff's Security Officer I.

Applicants will be required to complete a pre-investigative questionnaire. Based on the information provided, applicants may be disqualified based on criteria set forth in Part 7, Section 706.1 of the County of El Dorado Personnel Rules and in conjunction with Sheriff's Selection Policy 1000. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

The examination has been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, June 10th, 2026. No other exam dates will be offered for this recruitment. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications and are therefore eligible to participate, you will be notified by email prior to the examination. Previous PELLET-B scores may be eligible to be used in this recruitment. Candidates must obtain a T-Score of 42.0 or higher to move forward in the recruitment process. If an applicant has provided a qualifying T-Score that has been obtained within one year of this scheduled test date, they may be excused from this test administration. Candidates who obtain a passing T-Score will be referred for interviews and selection.

The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is recruiting applicants for Sheriff's Security Officer. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time vacancies. We currently have the following vacancies:

• Two (2) vacancies located in Placerville, CA.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems