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.
Hiring Events
September
September 19, 2025
Fight For Life
1050 N. Easter Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90063
4PM
September 20, 2025
Palmdale Station Softball Tournament
Sgt. Steve Owen Memorial Park 43063 10th st W, Lancaster CA 93534
8am
September 20, 2025
Lancaster Station 2nd Annual Car & Motorcycle Show
501 W Lancaster Blvd
9am
September 21, 2025
LA Valley College Farmer’s Market
5800 Fulton Ave
9am
September 24, 2025
Step into Success Job Fair
3901 W. El Segundo Bl
9am
September 24, 2025
Cal State Fullerton Career Fair
800 North State College Boulevard, Fullerton, California 92831
2pm
September 24 – 28, 2025
Antelope Valley Fair
2551 West Ave H Lancaster, CA 93536
4pm
September 25, 2025
Chapman University Career Fair
1 University Dr Orange, CA 92866
11am
September 30, 2025
Rio Hondo Fall 2025 Job & Internship Fair
3600 Workman Mill Rd Whittier, CA 90601
11am
September 24 – 28, 2025
Antelope Valley Fair
2551 West Ave H Lancaster, CA 93536
4pm
September 25, 2025
Chapman University Career Fair
1 University Dr Orange, CA 92866
11am
September 30, 2025
Rio Hondo Fall 2025 Job & Internship Fair
3600 Workman Mill Rd Whittier, CA 90601
11am
October
October 1, 2025
Biola Fall Career Fair
Biola University
9am
October 1, 2025
LA Harbor College Job Fair
1111 Figueroa Pl Wilmington CA 90744
11am
October 2, 2025
CSUSB Fall 2025 Career & Internship Fair
CSUSB
10am
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
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
Saturday, August. 30, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
7AM
September
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, September 13, 2025
College of the Canyons
8:00AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Stars Center, Whittier
7:00AM – 2:30PM
October
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, October 11, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
7:00AM – 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
4:00PM – 10:00PM
November
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, November 8, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
7:00AM – 2:30PM
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Stars Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, November 15, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
7:00AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, Novmember 19, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
December
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Biscailuz Center Academy Training
7:00AM – 2:30PM
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
STARS Center, Whittier
4:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Biscailuz Center Academy Training
7:00AM – 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.