Sheriff's Captain (Departmental Promotional Only)
County of San Mateo
Posted: September 16, 2025 (121 days ago)
Added to FreshGovJobs: December 5, 2025 (40 days ago)
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Stanislaus County
Sheriff's Department
Location
Modesto, California, 95354
Salary
$82,305.60 - $100,048
per year
Type
Closes
This entry-level deputy sheriff role involves patrolling areas to protect people and property, investigating crimes and accidents, serving legal documents, making arrests, and handling coroner duties like securing scenes after deaths.
It also includes court appearances, prisoner transport, and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment with irregular hours.
Ideal candidates are physically fit individuals with strong decision-making skills, who can handle sensitive situations calmly and communicate effectively.
THE POSITION
The Deputy Sheriff performs routine law enforcement and crime prevention duties, serves as Deputy Coroner, and performs other related duties. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments.

Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property;Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summonses, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution;Collect fees due to the County;Serve warrants and make arrests;Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property;Investigate accidents;Administer first aid;Receive and answer complaints;Prepare reports and keep routine records;Assist in investigations of violations and/or offenses committed by or against juveniles;Interrogate persons suspected of crimes;Prepare evidence for court presentation;Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer;Transport prisoners;Work in a custodial facility or in the courts;Perform identification and photographic work; andWork administrative or special assignments.
Qualifications SKILLS/ABILITIESSecure information from witnesses and suspects;Write clear and comprehensive reports;Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, and strength;Understand written and oral instructions;Make independent decisions while working in the field;Work with and control sensitive, confidential information; andOperate a motor vehicle.KNOWLEDGEPrinciples and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; andCriminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.PATTERN I--ACADEMY LEVELMust be currently enrolled or attending a POST certified basic law enforcement academy or have successfully completed a POST certified basic academy not more than six (6) months prior to the date of application; ANDMust possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.
Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.PATTERN II--ENTRY LEVELMust have successfully completed a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy within the past three (3) years and POST certificate must be current and valid at time of appointment; ORHave successfully passed a Basic Course waiver exam within the last three (3) years with documentation from POST; ANDMust possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.
Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.APPLICATIONS WITHOUT DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE.In addition to the minimum qualifications:Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test; ANDPhysical/manipulative abilities required by the department; ANDMental/cognitive abilities required by the department; ANDPossess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment; ANDPossess and maintain a valid California Driver's License; ANDNot less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.Must meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031.Proof of education/certificates/letter of enrollment are required for verification purposes at the time of application.
Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-7044 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date.
Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification. This is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification.
For more information please click here (Download PDF reader). Note: No felony convictions.
Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison.
Additional Information APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATEApplications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date.
Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application.
Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application.
The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.EXAMINATION PROCESSMost County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles.
The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.Application Review and Screening.
Applications are carefully screened based on information provided.
Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examinations will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.
As part of the selection process, candidates will be expected to pass a(n):In-depth background investigation including completion and review of a Personal History Statement;
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