Career Opportunities

SCCSO Recruiting new 2022

Apply today! If you are unsure, show up anyway on any of the dates below and take the test. Don't come alone; bring a friend and have them go through the process with you!

We are now hiring 100 deputies! Now is the time to apply! 

Upcoming written and agility test dates:

  • January 7, 2023
  • January 21, 2023
  • February 11, 2023
  • February 25, 2023
  • March 11, 2023
  • March 25, 2023
  • April 8, 2023
  • April 22, 2023
  • May 6, 2023
  • May 20, 2023
  • June 10, 2023
  • June 24, 2023 

For more information, call 408-808-4605 or e-mail the recruitment team. PDF Flyer.

Deputy Sheriff​

Motorcycle Deputy

As a Deputy Sheriff you will be responsible for enforcing the laws in the unincorporated areas throughout Santa Clara County. The Sheriff’s Office has contracts in the cities of Cupertino, Los Altos Hills and Saratoga to provide law enforcement services. Additional contracts include, law enforcement services for the Superior Courts of California, County Parks, and the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (V​TA).

Learn more about cadet and lateral recruitments.

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Sheriff's Correctional Deputy

Elmwood Facility

As a Sheriff's Correctional Deputy, you will be responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates within the Main Jail and Elmwood Correctional Facility. Additional assignments include the Custody Alternative Sentencing Unit (CASU), Classification Unit, Programs Unit, Emergency Response Team and Visitation Unit.

Learn more about cadet and lateral recruitments.

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