Frequently Asked Questions
- Apply online at the San Bernardino County Human Resources website at www.sbcounty.gov/hr/
- Written examination
- Physical agility test (PAT) turn in background packet information
- Interview with background investigator
- Polygraph examination
- Background investigation starts (The investigation will include checks of current and former employment, police, financial, education and military records. We also interview family members,neighbors, supervisors, co-workers, and friends.)
- Chief oral interview
- Psychological and medical examination
- Swearing in
The written examination and Physical Agility Test is waived for Pre-Service and Lateral applicants. The rest of the process is the same as a DST.
No. We do not accept outside test scores. Candidates must complete all of our assessments.
Your application is good for one year after the written exam.
The PAT consists of the following events:
- 99 yard obstacle course
- Chain link fence
- 6 foot solid block wall
- 165 lbs body drag
- 500 yard sprint
Your background packet is due when you report for the physical agility test.
You should begin the process when you have approximately six (6) months or less on your enlistment time of service. You will need to be available to take the written examination, PAT, and be able to successfully pass each stage in the process.
The pay scale for all of the positions within the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s department can be found by visiting www.sbcounty.gov/hr/
The academy is 23 weeks.
A list of the positions and minimum requirements can be found at https://sheriffsjobs.sbcounty.gov/. If you would like to ask a specific question about a position please email a recruiter at sheriffsjobs@sbcsd.org.
Events Calendar
Events Calendar
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Rally your crew, Big Bear. In-N-Out Burger is serving up a challenge you cannot afford to miss (think: FOMO like you've never felt before). Prepare to tackle a customized 5K...
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's recruiters will be in attendance at the Quakes game. Speak to a Sheriff's Recruiter located in the main entrance. |
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Rally your crew, Big Bear. In-N-Out Burger is serving up a challenge you cannot afford to miss (think: FOMO like you've never felt before). Prepare to tackle a customized 5K...
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https://youtu.be/vlaOqBZxLSI?si=P2jkQ52MCiyZ03re Are you ready to start your career in law enforcement? The Physical Agility Test (PAT) is one of the first steps to start the process. Check-in starts at 8:30am...
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's recruiters will be in attendance at the Quakes game. Speak to a Sheriff's Recruiter located in the main entrance. |
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Rally your crew, Big Bear. In-N-Out Burger is serving up a challenge you cannot afford to miss (think: FOMO like you've never felt before). Prepare to tackle a customized 5K...
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's recruiters will be in attendance at the Quakes game. Speak to a Sheriff's Recruiter located in the main entrance. |
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https://youtu.be/vlaOqBZxLSI?si=P2jkQ52MCiyZ03re Are you ready to start your career in law enforcement? The Physical Agility Test (PAT) is one of the first steps to start the process. Check-in starts at 8:30am...
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's recruiters will be in attendance at the Quakes South Division Championship Series. Speak to a Sheriff's Recruiter located in the main entrance. |
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's recruiters will be in attendance at the Quakes South Division Championship Series. Speak to a Sheriff's Recruiter located in the main entrance. |
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Get a jump start on your career! Your attendance at the Fall Career Fair will provide you the opportunity to meet recruiters from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department! Join...
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Wondering what type of strength and endurance it takes to train for the Academy? Come work out with our deputies and find out! The first half of the event will... |
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This event is open to all members of our military community to include Active Duty, Veterans, retirees, spouses, family members and the public.
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Join us September 19-20, 2025! Event Hours Friday: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm We can’t wait to cruise with you this year. Stay tuned... |
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Join us September 19-20, 2025! Event Hours Friday: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm We can’t wait to cruise with you this year. Stay tuned...
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Save the date for this year’s Hesperia Rodeo. Join us September 19 – 21st, for a full weekend of music, vendors, food and bucking broncos. The weekend’s events kick off... |
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Save the date for this year’s Hesperia Rodeo. Join us September 19 – 21st, for a full weekend of music, vendors, food and bucking broncos. The weekend’s events kick off... |
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The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department will be at the Fall into Success Career Fair at West Coast University located in Ontario, CA. Be sure to stop by our booth... |
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The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department will be at the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce "Lead Like Her" Women's Conference located in Chino, CA. Be sure to stop by our...
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The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department will be in attendance at the Copper Mountain College Job Fair & Resource Event on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Speak... |
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The Redlands Chamber has partnered with the U.S. Army Recruitment Center in Redlands to offer a program that connects Members, serving as partner employers who have job openings, with a variety...
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The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Rodeo is one of the few community events that bring together residents, business owners, city and county officials, and law enforcement for one purpose –... |
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The City of Rancho Cucamonga is hosting its Annual Hiring Fair! Join us for the Annual Hiring Fair on Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.... |
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The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Rodeo is one of the few community events that bring together residents, business owners, city and county officials, and law enforcement for one purpose...
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https://youtu.be/vlaOqBZxLSI?si=P2jkQ52MCiyZ03re Are you ready to start your career in law enforcement? The Physical Agility Test (PAT) is one of the first steps to start the process. Check-in starts at 8:30am...
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The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration that can be traced down centuries and is traditionally celebrated in many cultures. This year, celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at Mt SAC’s parking lot... |