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County of Los Angeles

Deputy Sheriff Trainee - SkillBridge Program - Law enforcement and community relations

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
61 - 90 days
Locations
1 location in California
Job locations
California
Career field
Protective Service
Target MOS/ratings
Growing demand for position
Nearest installation
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

About the program

Participants can receive hands-on training that would help prepare them for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee role.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Essential Job Functions: EXAMPLE OF DEPUTY SHERIFF TRAINEE SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM DUTIES - Hands-on training Structured environment Observe law enforcement operations Experience public service while observing law enforcement in action. EXAMPLE OF DEPUTY SHERIFF TRAINEE DUTIES - Participate in a formal law enforcement training Classroom and practical training For more information, please view the classification specification: Deputy Sheriff Trainee EXAMPLE OF DEPUTY SHERIFF DUTIES - Testify in court Make a forcible arrest Search for and handle evidence/contraband Use a firearm Drive a county vehicle For more information, please view the classification specification: Deputy Sheriff Incumbents who successfully complete the Sheriff's Training Academy and are appointed to the Deputy Sheriff (#2708)classification must possess and maintain a current and valid Basic Certificate from the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Peace officers on probation must possess and maintain a Proof of Eligibility (POE) issued by POST.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Additional Information LASD SKILLBRIDGE HIRING PROCESS 1. Application (including Supplemental Questionnaire) 2. Security Clearance and Personal History Statement 3. Multiple-Choice Test 4. Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT) 5. Structured Interview, Live Scan, Polygraph 6. Military Approval 7. SkillBridge Program 8. Background Investigation including Pre-Investigative Questionnaire* 9. Psychological and Medical Evaluations* 10. Academy Training*Psychological and Medical Evaluations, and Background Investigation will be done simultaneously while applicant is in SkillBridge Program. If during the hiring process, the LASD determines that one or more components have expired prior to hire, you will be required complete the expired component(s) again.

Base salary for Deputy Sheriff Trainee during the academy is $82,080 annually. Upon trainee graduation from the Academy, base salary increases to $87,585.27 annually.

Locations & contacts

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  • Los Angeles, CA 90012
    Near Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
    Ian D. Branch, LASD SKILLBRIDGE Deputy
    idbranch@lasd.org

How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ