Chief Deputy Sheriff

The County of Monterey, spread across 3,800 square miles, is a diverse community set in a picturesque coastal location and offers tourists and residents alike the comfort of a moderate Mediterranean climate, miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and scenic valleys. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, Laguna Seca Raceway, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals and Pebble Beach – possibly the world’s most famous golf course, it’s easy to see why over 450,000 residents choose to live here and an estimated four million visitors a year make the County of Monterey their destination of choice. The Sheriff is seeking an experienced law enforcement professional with demonstrated leadership capabilities to serve as the Sheriff’s Office new Chief Deputy Sheriff. The successful candidate must be a progressive leader who will lead by example and mentor staff. A flexible and forward-thinking candidate that utilizes collaboration to drive success is desired. The Sheriff’s Office rank structure is Deputy Sheriff, Sergeant, Commander, Captain, Chief Deputy, Undersheriff, and Sheriff. Candidates with any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities are qualified. The successful candidate will typically possess an associate’s degree along with two (2) years of paid public law enforcement management experience equivalent to that gained as a Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Commander. A bachelor’s degree is preferred; a master’s degree is highly desirable. Possess at time of appointment, or obtain within 12 months of employment, a valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate issued by the California Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training in order to remain in the position. Candidates must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License as well as an Advanced Certificate in law enforcement issued by the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training within one year of appointment. Bilingual candidates and candidates who have gone through FBI National Academy, Senior Management Institute for Police, and P.O.S.T. Command College are highly desirable.

The annual salary range for the Chief Deputy Sheriff is $171,408 - $234,114; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Adele Frese at (916) 784-9080. Filing Deadline: August 11, 2024