Deputy Sheriff I/II - South Lake Tahoe

Salary : $90,604.80 - $115,419.20 Annually
Location : South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type: Full Time & Limited Term
Job Number:
Department: Sheriff
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
***This recruitment is eligible for the following recruitment incentive ***

If approved at the time of hire, up to $6,000 shall be paid in equal installments for the first twenty-six (26) consecutive biweekly pay periods in the position. Termination from employment will result in any remaining cash incentive payments being forfeited. Recruitment incentive eligibility and administration is subject to the County of El Dorado Personnel Rules. Current County of El Dorado Employees are not eligible to receive recruitment incentives.
In addition, please review the DSA MOU for applicable incentive pays and differentials such as Tahoe Employment Differential, Education Incentive Pay, Detective Pay, Uniform Allowances and more!

Maximum potential pay without overtime: $70.75/hr, $12,263/month, $147,160/year

• AA/AS degree 2%, BA/BS degree 5%, MA/MS degree 5% (maximum 10%)
• Intermediate POST Certificate 6.5% or Advanced POST Certificate 12.5%
• Specialty Assignment 5% (examples include Detective, FTO, Resident Deputy)
• Additional pays (not included in above rates):
  • Holiday Pay (4 hours @ hourly rate), Optional Benefit Credit ($171/24pp), Uniform Allowance ($41.67/24pp), Tahoe Differential ($92.30/26pp)

THE OPPORTUNITY
Deputy Sheriffs have the opportunity to serve and protect their communities proactively, following the Sheriff's vision of total enforcement on crime and criminals and total care for victims, witnesses, and the community. Deputies are typically assigned to either the South Lake Tahoe or Placerville offices. This recruitment is specifically for assignment to the South Lake Tahoe office; specialty assignment opportunities in South Lake Tahoe include Office of Emergency Services, Search and Rescue Coordinator, Court Security Bailiff, Civil Coroner Detective, General Investigations Detective and Patrol Deputy.

This recruitment is specifically for assignment to the South Lake Tahoe office. Candidates who wish to apply to the non-specific location recruitment, please find that Deputy Sheriff I/II recruitment on this link.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is an experienced law enforcement officer who demonstrates sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and community-focused environment. Ideal candidates will possess qualifications equivalent to those of a Deputy Sheriff II. Out-of-state candidates must have successfully completed a prior to appointment. Out-of-State candidates who do not possess a will be hired at the Deputy I level.

Training Assignment: A majority of initial training will occur at the Placerville office. During the training period, candidates may be transferred to the South Lake Tahoe office as determined by the Field Training Officer (FTO) chain of command and operational needs. For lateral deputy hires, the training period may be modified based on the trainee's demonstrated performance and level of experience, but shall consist of a minimum of ten (10) weeks. Upon successful completion of the Placerville phase of field training, candidates will be transferred to South Lake Tahoe to complete field training and begin their assignment.
Check out our website www.joinedso.org/deputy for more information and to contact a recruiter directly!
For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description
The Sheriff's Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified and at which level, using the following recommendations.
Deputy Sheriff I:

• Successful completion of a California POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy.
• Must obtain Peace Officer eligibility through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within six (6) months of appointment.
• Obtain and maintain firearms qualification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Pursuant to Government Code, Section 1031, must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.

Deputy Sheriff II:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
• Must maintain Peace Officer eligibility and certification through California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Click to view the minimum qualifications for Deputy Sheriff I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONApply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. Be sure to attach any qualifying documentation, which may include California POST Certificates and transcripts. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff's Personnel Unit at linsonr@edso.org.
RECRUITMENT PROCESSThe Sheriff's Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates and at which job class level. Qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Please refer to Sheriff's Policy 1000 - Selection Standards for more information regarding disqualifying events in an applicant's background.
Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. Do not refer to resumes, cover letters, or other documentation as they will not be reviewed.
Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
For more information on the recruitment process, .
Based on the Sheriff's Office needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is recruiting applicants for Deputy Sheriff I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time, part-time, and extra help vacancies. This recruitment will remain open until all vacancies are filled.
We currently have the following vacancies:

• Multiple full-time vacancies in Patrol Operations located in both South Lake Tahoe and Placerville, CA. A majority of initial training will occur at the Placerville office. During the training period, candidates may be transferred to the South Lake Tahoe office as determined by the Field Training Officer (FTO) chain of command and operational needs. For lateral deputy hires, the training period may be modified based on the trainee's demonstrated performance and level of experience, but shall consist of a minimum of ten (10) weeks.

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

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• 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

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• County sponsored Wellness program
• Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Optional Life Insurance
• Educational Incentive Pay
• POST Certificate pay

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• Bereavement leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.
Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. (Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.)

• I acknowledge receipt of this information

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires a valid driver's license. Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Please select the statement that best matches your experience. Your selection must be supported by documentation attached to this application.

• I currently possess a California POST Basic Certificate and have attached it to this application
• I currently possess a California POST Intermediate Certificate and have attached it to this application
• I currently possess a California POST Advanced Certificate and have attached it to this application
• I currently possess or in process of obtaining a Basic Course Waiver from California POST
• None of these apply

Required Question