Sacramento County
Sheriff's Captain *Promotional Only*
Sacramento County, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Note: Must Currently Hold Permanent Employment Status with Sacramento County.
Under general direction, the Sheriff's Captain plans, organizes and directs, through subordinate managers and supervisors, the activities of a Division or major operation of the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office.
Knowledge of
Criminal law, codes, ordinances and court interpretations pertaining to the rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, and rules of evidence
Modern technical and administrative methods of crime prevention, law enforcement, and related functions including investigation and identification, patrol, and public safety
Principles and practices of community-based policing
Modern principles, practices, and techniques of law enforcement administration, organization, and operations
County and Departmental policies and procedures
Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
Principles and practices of management and organizational theory, including planning, organizational design, business finance, business development, project management, and organizational effectiveness
Public and private community programs and resources
Techniques for communicating and working with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Principles of human behavior including people under physical, psychological, and social stress
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Ability to
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff
Read, comprehend, and interpret laws, regulations, court decisions, policies, and procedures
Plan, coordinate, assign, direct, monitor, and evaluate the work of both sworn and non-sworn staff
Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues
Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines
Develop, administer, monitor and interpret complex budgets and other financial documents
Plan, manage, and complete complex work assignments
Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with other departments, employees, community leaders, and the general public
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Communicate effectively with persons from a variety of socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Develop goals for the Department/Division and procedures for attaining those goals
Analyze problems and develop effective solutions for issues encountered by the Division and/or Department
Influence and persuade others to take a desired action and/or direction
Interpret and summarize a variety of data and information, including crime statistics and reports to identify trends
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information
Prepare clear, concise, comprehensive reports and correspondence
Make effective presentations to subordinates, command staff, civic organizations, commissions, boards, elected officials, and the general public
Prepare grant applications and monitor grant programs
Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time, paid experience in the class of Sheriff’s Lieutenant in Sacramento County service.
Note:
A Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university may substitute for two of the required four years of experience listed above.
Note:
If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Note:
If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.
General Qualifications Compliance with Government Code : Incumbents appointed to this class shall meet the minimum standards set forth in California Government Code, Section 1031.
POST Requirement : Incumbents in this class are required to maintain Continued Professional Training (CPT) in accordance with POST regulations.
Criminal History and Background Checks :
The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.
The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. The background check, including Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination, and psychological and physical examinations shall be conducted according to POST specifications. Pursuant to CA Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony is grounds for disqualification from an appointment except if the individual has been granted a full and unconditional pardon for the felony.
License Requirement : A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate license, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Physical Requirements :
Positions in this class require the incumbent to:
Be able to meet medical standards as prescribed by POST and detailed in the POST Medical Screening Manual.
Possess sufficient physical ability to perform the full scope and functions of a Peace Officer per Government Code 1031 (f). Usual and customary duties shall include all the requirements specified in Government Code Section 1031, including but not limited to the ability to frequently use physical force to restrain, defend against, or arrest uncooperative/combative persons, drag lift a 160 pound person, and to be able to run, jump, and climb in emergency situations.
Achieve a minimum standard in the use of a firearm.
Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions :
Positions in this class require the incumbent to:
Work various shifts to provide 24-7 coverage, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement or very hot weather.
Be exposed to hazardous situations such as exposure to explosives, physically violent individuals, and contagious pathogens.
Wear and maintain a designated Sacramento Sheriff’s Office uniform, including department issued safety equipment such as duty/gun belt, ballistic vest, etc.
Probationary Period twelve (12) months.
APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application online by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of 1/16/26. Click here to apply.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service
Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked Supplemental Questions. Please be descriptive in your response.
Note: Responses of See Resume or See Application, or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
If you have no experience, write no experience for the appropriate question.
For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.
FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net
Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit: Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions
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Under general direction, the Sheriff's Captain plans, organizes and directs, through subordinate managers and supervisors, the activities of a Division or major operation of the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office.
Knowledge of
Criminal law, codes, ordinances and court interpretations pertaining to the rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, and rules of evidence
Modern technical and administrative methods of crime prevention, law enforcement, and related functions including investigation and identification, patrol, and public safety
Principles and practices of community-based policing
Modern principles, practices, and techniques of law enforcement administration, organization, and operations
County and Departmental policies and procedures
Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
Principles and practices of management and organizational theory, including planning, organizational design, business finance, business development, project management, and organizational effectiveness
Public and private community programs and resources
Techniques for communicating and working with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Principles of human behavior including people under physical, psychological, and social stress
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Ability to
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff
Read, comprehend, and interpret laws, regulations, court decisions, policies, and procedures
Plan, coordinate, assign, direct, monitor, and evaluate the work of both sworn and non-sworn staff
Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues
Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines
Develop, administer, monitor and interpret complex budgets and other financial documents
Plan, manage, and complete complex work assignments
Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with other departments, employees, community leaders, and the general public
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Communicate effectively with persons from a variety of socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Develop goals for the Department/Division and procedures for attaining those goals
Analyze problems and develop effective solutions for issues encountered by the Division and/or Department
Influence and persuade others to take a desired action and/or direction
Interpret and summarize a variety of data and information, including crime statistics and reports to identify trends
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information
Prepare clear, concise, comprehensive reports and correspondence
Make effective presentations to subordinates, command staff, civic organizations, commissions, boards, elected officials, and the general public
Prepare grant applications and monitor grant programs
Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time, paid experience in the class of Sheriff’s Lieutenant in Sacramento County service.
Note:
A Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university may substitute for two of the required four years of experience listed above.
Note:
If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Note:
If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.
General Qualifications Compliance with Government Code : Incumbents appointed to this class shall meet the minimum standards set forth in California Government Code, Section 1031.
POST Requirement : Incumbents in this class are required to maintain Continued Professional Training (CPT) in accordance with POST regulations.
Criminal History and Background Checks :
The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.
The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. The background check, including Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination, and psychological and physical examinations shall be conducted according to POST specifications. Pursuant to CA Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony is grounds for disqualification from an appointment except if the individual has been granted a full and unconditional pardon for the felony.
License Requirement : A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate license, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Physical Requirements :
Positions in this class require the incumbent to:
Be able to meet medical standards as prescribed by POST and detailed in the POST Medical Screening Manual.
Possess sufficient physical ability to perform the full scope and functions of a Peace Officer per Government Code 1031 (f). Usual and customary duties shall include all the requirements specified in Government Code Section 1031, including but not limited to the ability to frequently use physical force to restrain, defend against, or arrest uncooperative/combative persons, drag lift a 160 pound person, and to be able to run, jump, and climb in emergency situations.
Achieve a minimum standard in the use of a firearm.
Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions :
Positions in this class require the incumbent to:
Work various shifts to provide 24-7 coverage, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement or very hot weather.
Be exposed to hazardous situations such as exposure to explosives, physically violent individuals, and contagious pathogens.
Wear and maintain a designated Sacramento Sheriff’s Office uniform, including department issued safety equipment such as duty/gun belt, ballistic vest, etc.
Probationary Period twelve (12) months.
APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application online by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of 1/16/26. Click here to apply.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service
Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked Supplemental Questions. Please be descriptive in your response.
Note: Responses of See Resume or See Application, or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
If you have no experience, write no experience for the appropriate question.
For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.
FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net
Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit: Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions
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