Top 47 Sheriff correctional officer Jobs in California

Sheriff's Property Officer I/II (Open and Promotional)
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $33.51 - $50.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Driving
- Typing
- In-person
- Retirement plan
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Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet - Unclassified
The County of Santa Clara —San Jose, CA
- $99,794.24 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- English
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I
Fresno County —Fresno County, CA
- $55,458 - $70,824 a year
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
DEPUTY SHERIFF TRAINEE
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources —Los Angeles County, CA
- $82,080 - $101,964 a year
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
Sheriff's Correctional Officer I - Female
County of El Dorado —Placerville, CA
- $61,110.40 - $81,619.20 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Deputy Sheriff / Correctional Deputy (**Pre-Service / Lateral Only**)
County of Riverside —Riverside County, CA
- $63,486.36 - $134,686.79 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Correctional Technician I - Permanent and Limited Term
County of San Luis Obispo —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $50,606.40 - $67,828.80 a year
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Military encouraged
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Correctional Officer - I
Placer County —Roseville, CA
- $35.92 - $44.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
Dental Assistant II - Correctional Health Services
County of Orange —Santa Ana, CA
- $46,134.40 - $61,256.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
RESERVE DEPUTY SHERIFF - ENTRY LEVEL
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources —Los Angeles County, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
- Writing skills
- Residential
In-Custody Case Manager I/II (Open and Promotional)
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $6,676.80 - $9,351.33 a month
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Retirement plan
Health Services Manager, Senior
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $140,670.40 - $194,833.60 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental insurance
Deputy Sheriff Trainee
San Joaquin County —French Camp, CA
- $6,073.34 - $7,382.18 a month
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Residential
- Pre-employment physical examination
Deputy Sheriff's Recruit
Alameda County —Oakland, CA
- $50.15 an hour
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
Deputy Sheriff I (Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy Graduates Only)
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $96,324.80 - $138,216.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Deputy Sheriff - Custodial Academy Enrolled and Entry Level
Stanislaus County —California
- $78,499.20 - $95,409.60 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
Probation Officer IV - Promotional
County of Sonoma —Santa Rosa, CA
- $127,063.87 - $154,446.88 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Adults
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Correctional Officer - Lateral
San Joaquin County —San Joaquin County, CA
- $6,174.32 - $7,504.93 a month
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Correctional Officer II - Laterals From Other Public Agencies (PAEL Application Process Information)
Placer County —Roseville, CA
- $39.59 - $49.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
Detention Registered Nurse (Contingent)
County of Marin, CA —San Rafael, CA
- $79.66 - $96.52 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Sheriff's Property Officer I/II (Open and Promotional)

County of San Mateo -
San Mateo, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$33.51 - $50.18 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

Correspondence management
Database systems
Police records management
Managing court exhibits
Court testimony
Filing
Legal discovery
Controlled substance management
Accurate transaction records management
Driving
Forensic sample storage protocols
Law enforcement software
Collaborating with law enforcement agencies
Office supply ordering
Chain of custody
Typing
Local ordinances
Equipment inventory management
Entry level
Quality data entry
Fixed asset management
Subpoena processing

Full Job Description

The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is seeking a highly tactful, detail-oriented candidate to join their team as a Sheriff's Property Officer!

Sheriff's Property Officers accept and release evidence from ongoing criminal cases. The position is responsible for the proper storage, release, and disposal of property and evidence, including digital evidence and maintaining accurate records of these transactions in both electronic and paper formats. Property Officers are responsible for maintaining inventory control records of the department's fixed assets, accessing and entering information in the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS), and taking fingerprints and photographs of various types of applicants and registrants. Candidates must be comfortable working around firearms, narcotics, and biological material.

About the Sheriff’s Office
The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office protects and serves our communities by delivering professional policing and correctional services while upholding our commitment to public safety, community engagement, and organizational excellence. To learn more about the Sheriff’s Office, visit: https://www.smcsheriff.com/.

The ideal candidate will:

Possess exceptional attention to detail.
Be able to read and comprehend legal documents, laws, and ordinances.
Have the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both orally and in writing with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners, and the public.
Have experience with law enforcement computer databases and experience in keeping accurate logs and records.
Be able to enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy.
Have a general understanding of types of criminal offenses and types of forensic analysis.

There is currently one full-time vacancy in the Sheriff's Office Property and Evidence Bureau in Redwood City. This position is located in Redwood City but will travel/ drive throughout the County to perform duties of the job. The eligibility list created by this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the Forensic Laboratory in San Mateo.

Depending on qualifications, the vacancy will be filled at either the Sheriff's Property Officer I ($33.51 - $41.88/hr) or Sheriff's Property Officer II ($40.14 - $50.18/hr) level.

NOTE: The hiring list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra-help positions.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Receive, maintain the chain of custody and integrity of, and safely store evidence, found property, and property held for safekeeping.
Advise staff on proper packaging and submission procedures.
Maintain files and records, both paper and in automated property management systems, regarding the receipt, storage, movement, and disposition of property.
Manage video evidence created by body-worn cameras and in-car video cameras.
Conduct inventories and audits of property and evidence.
Release property to the public or to legally authorized persons in accordance with disposition forms, court orders, or stipulations.
Compose correspondence to property owners or finders.
Authorize the return of and release safekeeping and found property to rightful owners.
Check out items needed for court, investigation, or forensic testing; transport or ship items to and from the Forensic Laboratory; and maintain records of items checked out.
Copy, share, or electronically transfer evidence in accordance with internal requests, discovery requests, subpoenas, and Public Record Act requests.
Testify in court to verify chain of custody records on evidence.
Purge property as directed on disposition forms and by following appropriate federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Arrange for the auction of unclaimed property and coordinate the destruction of nuisance weapons and illicit materials such as controlled substances.
Maintain inventory control records of department's fixed assets.
Order supplies and equipment as necessary for assigned work.
Contact or respond to questions from law enforcement personnel, attorneys, representatives of various agencies and the public concerning the release, location, disposition, and forensic analysis of property.
Take fingerprints and photographs of various types of applicants, registrants, and probationers.
Operate various automated criminal justice information systems such as the County of San Mateo Consolidated Justice Information Portal (CJI), the California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS), and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database.
Attend trainings and stay abreast of industry best practices and changes in laws and regulations.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule:
Final Filing Date: Friday, August 28, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST
Online Written Exam: August 31, 2026 - September 3, 2026 (Applicants must complete the exam within this time frame).
Application Screening: Week of September 7, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of September 14, 2026

HR Analyst: Lealoa Numera (08142026) (Sheriff's Property Officer I/II - E106/E105)

Work Location: In person

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