The Orange County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified candidates of the highest integrity for our sworn and civilian positions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to reflect the rich diversity of our community. Using the best training and technology available, our sworn and civilian employees make a difference every day. Join our Team!

Minimum Requirements:

• Good work history

• Accredited high school or GED diploma

• Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.

• At least 20 years of age.

• U.S. Citizen.

• Valid driver's license for the last year.

• Must not have been convicted of a felony.

• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence.

• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces

• No marijuana use within the last year. Other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

• Must be in good physical condition

Sworn Pay Structure

Effective October 1st 2024

Deputy Sheriff salary starts at $62,566 annually ($30.08/hour), with a maximum of $100,089 annually.

Benefits include uniforms, firearms, equipment, and a take-home car. Additional pay for education, shoe/boot allowance, shift differential, longevity, and specialty unit pay.

Signing Allowances For Self Sponsored Cadets and Lateral Transfers

0-2 years of full time experience = $4,000 ($2,000 paid upon completion of Deputy Orientation,
$2,000 paid upon completion of Phase I of Field Training Program).

2-4 years of full time experience = $5,000 ($2,500 upon completion of Deputy Orientation,
$2,500 upon completion of Phase I of Field Training Program).

4+ years of full time experience = $5,000 ($2,500 upon completion of Deputy Orientation,
$2,500 on completion of Phase I of Field Training Program, PLUS entry into pay plan at Step 2 = $64,771).

First year pay of up to $74,771.

Detailed Salary Components

Base salary ranges from $62,566 (first year) to $107,674 (maxed out).

Additional Allowances/Incentives include:

Shoe allowance: $125

Shift differential for midnight shift: $2,600

Education incentive with 4-Year Degree: $960

Master Deputy pay: $1,300

Total compensation: $66,251 (first year) to $107,674 (maxed out).

Longevity Pay

Begins at $500 annually at 5 years of service to $7,605 at 34+ years.

Personal & Sick Leave

Varies from 191.88 hours/year (0-4 years) to 295.90 hours/year (16+ years).

Holidays

Eleven paid holidays plus two floating holidays annually.

Longevity Pay

Holidays

Eleven paid holidays in addition to two floating holidays

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The Orange County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified candidates of the highest integrity for our civilian job openings. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to reflect the rich diversity of our community. Join our team! This page is updated with new job openings, so check back often. For positions that are being processed currently, you may hear back from us within 30 days. Others will be longer and you may not hear from us until a vacancy occurs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Good work history

• High school diploma or GED (except for School Crossing Guards - see requirements here) (Will not accept a certificate of completion)

• Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English

• At least 18 years of age

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Registered Alien

• For positions requiring driving, a valid driver's license for the last year

• Must not have been convicted of a felony

• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence

• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces

• No illegal drug usage within the last year. Other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis