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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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
July
Thursday, July 10, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:20PM – 9:00PM
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:20PM – 9:00PM
Saturday, July 19, 2025
College of the Canyons, Santa Clarita
6:30AM – 3:30PM
Saturday, July 26, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 9:00PM
August
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Stars Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 9:00PM
Saturday, August 9, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Lancaster High School, Lancaster
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, August 23, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Thursday, August. 28, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
September
Thursday, September 4, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, September 13, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Stars Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
October
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Lancaster High School, Lancaster
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, October 11, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Thursday, October 16, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, October 25, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
November
Saturday, November 1, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, October 5, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Thursday, October 13, 2025
Stars Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, November 15, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
December
Wednesday, November 3, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, December 6, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
Tuesday, November 9, 2025
Lancaster High School, Lancaster
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
3:30PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
6:30AM – 2:30PM
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.