LASD Careers

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is searching for qualified individuals looking to begin their career in the diverse field of law enforcement as a Deputy Sheriff. On this page, you will find all the resources necessary to start your journey to becoming a member of the largest Sheriff’s Department in the country.

Below, you can find available job openings, benefits, requirements, and stories from existing deputies on why they joined the Department and the option to contact a recruiter directly. We are excited that you are curious about joining the LA County Sheriff’s Department, and we wish you luck on your journey.

Career Opportunities

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The LA County Sheriff’s Department has many available job openings, including law enforcement and civilian professional positions.
Click above to browse what job openings are available
to apply to for the general public and existing
employees seeking promotion.

Salary and Benefits

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The two most common questions we typically field are: “What is the salary for a Deputy Sheriff in LA County?” and “What are the benefits for a Deputy Sheriff in LA County?” Click above to find out the average starting salary and the many benefits the LASD enjoys, such as tuition discounts, health and dental insurance, paid time off, and so much more.

Application Process

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There are several steps in the application process for becoming a Deputy Sheriff in Los Angeles County. The first one is just submitting an online application. Here you will find the entire application process and find relevant links you will need throughout your journey to joining The Department.

How to Prepare

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There are steps you can take before and during your application process to improve your chances of being accepted by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Here you will find physical exam requirements, practice study exams, background check forms, and other preparatory information.

Requirements

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There are a few requirements to join the LA County Sheriff’s Department. To make your application process easier, review these conditions first. Do you have questions about specific requirements? Contact a recruiter through the button at the bottom of this page, who can help provide more insight on particular cases.

The Academy

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The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Academy is known as one of the world’s best law enforcement training facilities. The training program encompasses intense physical training, conditioning, defensive tactics, leadership, criminal law, law enforcement tactics, vehicle operations, weapons training, policy and procedures.

Deputy Stories

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Watch videos and hear the real experiences of Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriffs. You might be surprised at the diversity of opportunities in the nation’s largest Sheriff’s Department. Click to learn more about the various ways we serve our community.

Reserves

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The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department – Reserve Forces Detail comprises community members who volunteer their time and energy to fulfill many traditionally handled by full-time Deputy Sheriffs. Our Reserve Deputy Sheriffs undergo the same hiring standards as full-time Deputies and work alongside them to support every aspect of the Department’s operations.

Hiring Events

May

May 6, 2026
Moorpark College
7075 Campus Rd, Moorpark, Ca 93021
10AM-2PM

May 9, 2026
Antelope Valley Family YMCA
43001 10th St West, Lancaster, CA 93534
10AM-1PM

May 12, 2026
Pierce College
6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
12N-4PM

May 14, 2026
Parks at Sunset Event, The Ryan M. Clinkunbroomer Castaic Sports Complex
31230 Castaic Rd, Castaic, CA 91384
4PM-8PM

May 18, 2026
L.A Harbor College
1111 Figueroa PL, Wilmington, CA 90744
9AM-1PM

May 19, 2026
Santa Monica Career Fair
1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
11AM-2PM

May 22, 2026
Camarillo Job Fair
4101 Las Posas Rd, Camarillo, CA 93010
10AM-2PM

May 27, 2026
Moorpark Chamber of Commerce Job Fair
45 E High St., Moorpark, CA 93021
3PM-7PM

May 30, 2026
24hour Fitness
6653 Fallbrook Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91307
8AM-12PM

June

June 13, 2026
City Church
44514 20th St. W, Lancaster, CA 93534
11AM-2PM

June 17, 2026
10900 e 183rd St., suite 350, Cerritos, CA 90703
9AM-12PM
(On-Site Testing available)

Validated physical ability Test

Validated physical ability Test (VPAT) by appointment only.
Please call the sworn exams unit at 323-981-5800 to schedule your testing appointment. 

Validated physical ability Test (VPAT)
Testing Locations and Dates

May

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Sybil Brand Institute, East LA
3:00PM

Saturday, May 13, 2026
Sybil Brand Institute, East LA
3:00PM

Saturday, May 16, 2026
College of the Canyons, Santa Clarita
8:00AM

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Sybil Brand Institute, East LA
3:00PM

Saturday, May 30, 2026
Stars Center, Whittier
7:00AM

June

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Sybil Brand Institute, East LA
4:00PM

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Stars Center, Whittier
7:00AM

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Sibyl Brand Institute, East LA
4:00PM

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Sybil Brand Institute, East LA
4:00PM

Saturday, June 27, 2026
Stars Center, Whittier
7:00AM

Do you still have questions about any portion of the application process for becoming a LA County Sheriff’s Department Deputy? Click above. You can find all our FAQs in one spot, itemized by category. If you still have questions, click Contact a Recruiter to get in touch with our recruitment team directly. 

Contact a Recruiter

We are here to help you through each stage of the application process for becoming a Deputy Sheriff for LA County. Click here to contact a recruiter directly to answer any questions about specifics not covered on this site. We look forward to hearing from you today.

Call Us Today at 1-800-A-Deputy
(800 233-7889)

Speak to a recruiter and get your questions answered.