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County of Riverside

Correctional Deputy Trainee/Deputy Sheriff Trainee

County of Riverside, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Correctional Deputy Trainee / Deputy Sheriff Trainee Posted 1 week ago. Be among the first 25 applicants to secure a position.

About The Position The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is recruiting Correctional Deputy Trainees and Deputy Sheriff Trainees to serve throughout Riverside County. Trainees will attend the designated academy and, upon successful completion, advance to the full‑time ranks.

Pay & Salary

Correctional Deputy Trainee:

$28.93/hr (12‑week academy) – $33.49–$46.62/hr (upon promotion to Deputy II)

Deputy Sheriff Trainee:

$39.35–$51.64/hr (6‑month academy) – $42.35–$64.75/hr (upon promotion)

Series Pathways

Correctional Deputy Trainee:

12‑week academy

Correctional Deputy I – upon academy completion

Correctional Deputy II – after 18‑month probationary period

Deputy Sheriff Trainee:

6‑month academy

Deputy Sheriff – upon academy completion

Meet the Team The Sheriff's Office staffs over 3,600 dedicated men and women and covers more than 7,300 square miles of Southern California, providing service with integrity, professionalism, and leadership.

Essential Duties

Laterals and Pre‑Service (click here for detailed responsibilities).

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High‑school diploma, Math‑English Certificate of Proficiency, or a satisfactory G.E.D. score.

License:

Valid driver’s license at the time of application.

Legal Eligibility:

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law.

Age:

18+ for Correctional Deputy Trainee; 20 years 9 months+ for Deputy Sheriff Trainee.

Application Process

Online Application via Government Jobs.

Written Examination (unproctored, computerized).

Physical Agility Test (PAT).

Pre‑Background Questionnaire.

Background Application via eSOPH.

Extensive Background Investigation, including interview.

Polygraph Examination.

Pre‑Employment Psychological Assessment.

Medical Exam with drug & alcohol screening – refusal or positive result is automatic disqualification.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all listed steps. Successful candidates will be referred to the Ben Clark Training Center for academy training.

Veteran’s Preference Veterans may qualify for preference by submitting a DD‑214 Member‑4 Form and, if applicable, a spouse’s letter of disability. Contact HRSheriffRecruiter@rivco.org for guidance.

Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside provides accommodation under the ADA and FEHA. Applicants requiring an accommodation should contact the recruiter or visit the Disability Access Office web page.

Proof of Education Upload copy of any license, transcript, or degree to your NeoGov account prior to the closing date. Transcripts accepted whether official or unofficial. For foreign education, provide a NACES or AICE equivalency evaluation.

Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. The County does not sponsor visas (e.g., H‑1B).

Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other non‑job–related factor.

Pre‑Employment Requirements All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check (includes fingerprinting). Felony or misdemeanor convictions may disqualify.

Probationary Period County employees, except "At Will" staff, are subject to the probationary period per county policy.

General Information Current or former County employees may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies. Job postings may close without notice; please submit a complete application by the close date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Metadata

Seniority level:

Internship

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industry:

Government Administration

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