Sergeant - Department Promotional Only
County of Colusa Colusa, California, United States
- Location: Colusa, California, United States
- Categories: Public Safety
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Mar 14, 2026
Job Description:
Sergeant - Department Promotional Only
Description
Definition & Distinguishing CharacteristicsThe Colusa County Sheriff's Office seeks to fill a Sergeant position. The position involves supervising, assigning, reviewing, and participating in the work of a unit within the Sheriff’s Office. This role requires active participation in daily tasks and the performance of a variety of technical duties related to the assigned area of responsibility.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, knowledge of law enforcement procedures, and the ability to manage diverse responsibilities effectively. If you're interested and would like to learn more about this role, check out the job description pages HERE.
This promotional opportunity is available for current regular employees within the Sheriff's Office. Only individuals currently employed in this department are eligible to apply. This recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy and establish an eligibility list.
Supervision & Examples of Duties
Receives direction from a Lieutenant.
Exercises direct supervision over sworn staff.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDLINES: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
EXPERIENCE:
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience.
TRAINING:
High School Diploma or an equivalent certificate or diploma recognized by the State of California supplemented by additional course work in criminal justice, police science, public administration, business administration or a related field.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
- A valid State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- Possession of a valid Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Basic Certificate.
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Supervisory Course within one year from date of appointment.
- Some positions may require a Rangemaster Certificate.
Supplemental Information
The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance (Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase.) The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15.
Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of benefits, please click here: 2026 Benefit Summary
Closing Date/Time: 3/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific