The
Kern County
Sheriff’s Office
A great career awaits you!
We’re looking for leaders who want to join our winning team in providing the finest law enforcement services to the people of Kern County, California.
The Kern County Sheriff's Office
A Great Career Awaits YouWe’re looking for leaders who want to join our winning team in providing the finest law enforcement services to the people of Kern County, California.
Our Badge is a Symbol of Public Trust and Professionalism
Every member of our team has earned the right to wear our badge. Many people want to wear it, but only a few have earned it.
If you are a mature, motivated, ethically sound individual who wants to join a team of like-minded people, then a career with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office might be the place for you.
Take a look throughout our website, ask questions of our recruiters, and get an in-depth look of our office and team members by following us on social media. Then you’ll know if KCSO is where you need to be.
You Have Options With KCSO
From Deputy Sheriff to mechanics, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office has employment opportunities that need to be fulfilled by great people.
Attend one of our Career Hiring Events
We have exciting employment opportunities waiting to be filled by exceptional individuals like you. Join us at one of our hiring events and embark on a fulfilling career with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office.
Civilian Job Fair
Civilian Job Fair
See and Hear For Yourself…
Watch what we do and hear why our team members are proud to call KCSO their home.
Donny Youngblood
Sheriff | Coroner | Public Administrator
Like our unique red patch, our Sheriff’s Office is uniquely different than others. You can become a Deputy Sheriff, Detentions Deputy, or any one of our numerous civilian classifications. We also offer a transition program to allow you to move between classifications. Our over 8000 sq. miles has 13 substations where we want you to live and serve our communities. In fact, we will pay you an extra $2000 a month to live in select substation response areas. We have substations from mountains, to lakes, to the high desert. If aviation is for you, we train our own pilots to fly our 8 different aircraft. We offer great promotional opportunities that allow us to help you be the best you can be. We love our organization and invite you to explore our website to see if it’s a fit for you. We live in a county where our residents greatly appreciate us and we them. Take a look at us, we really want you to become a part of our community and family. If you have questions, call any of us and we will answer. From the Sheriff down, we await your call!!
Donny Youngblood
Sheriff, Kern County Sheriff’s Office
Great Benefits & Incentives
Take a look at what we offer and you’ll see we’re competitive, if not better, than other employers!
Recruitment & Retention Bonus*
Lateral Bonus*
Relocation Bonus*
Monthly Housing Allowance*
%
Shift Differential Pay
%
POST Certificate Pay*
*Certain conditions apply. Read further details in the job details on this website or the Kern County Jobs Website.
Inside KCSO
Get to know our agency, leadership, and the testing process to make sure it’s a good fit for both you and us.
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Get a first-hand look at your future career with Kern County Sheriff’s Office.
NOW HIRING for Latent Print Examiner! 🕵️🔎Apply at KCSOjobs.org and click “Apply online” to begin your career in forensics! Come out to our Civilian Job Fair on 🗓️DECEMBER 13 at ⏰3:30 pm- 6:30 pm, located at America’s Job Center at 📍1129 Olive Drive, Suite H in Bakersfield to learn about all of our civilian openings: Sheriff Aircraft Pilot, Sheriff’s Records Specialist, Sheriff’s Dispatcher, Latent Print Examiner, Deputy Coroner, Groundskeeper, and Maintenance Plumber. #printexaminer #career #nowhiring #dispatcher #crimescenes #csi #lawenforcementcareers #lawenforcement #kcsojobs #loveyourjob
Our Crime Prevention Unit had the pleasure of attending Rosamond’s Santa Village today 🎅🎄🎁 #community #holidaycheer #loveyourjob #christmastime
Back in September, one of our deputies was getting a victim’s statement. She was having trouble focusing on giving a statement because her baby was fussy and hungry. Deputy Turner fed the baby and got her statement at the same time. This job can’t be done without a genuine care and concern for the community you live and work in. #flashbackfriday #loveyourjob #babyduty
It’s officially December! Kern County Sheriff’s Office gets busy this time of year collaborating with community groups and other agencies to bring holiday cheer to families in need! 🎄🎅❄️☃️🎁 #community #christmascheer #holidays #christmas #communitysupport #loveyourjob #lawenforcementcareers
When To Call Wednesday
When you are experiencing an emergency, it is vital that we understand the emergency and how to respond.
Here are some tips to keep in mind when calling 9-1-1.
We are always here for you. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
NOW HIRING for Aircraft Pilot! 🚁✈️
Apply at KCSOjobs.org and click “Apply online” to make the sky your office!
Come out to our Civilian Job Fair on 🗓️DECEMBER 13 at ⏰3:30 pm- 6:30 pm, located at America’s Job Center at 📍1129 Olive Drive, Suite H in Bakersfield to learn about all of our civilian openings: Sheriff Aircraft Pilot, Sheriff’s Records Specialist, Sheriff’s Dispatcher, Latent Print Examiner, Deputy Coroner, Groundskeeper, and Maintenance Plumber. #pilot #career #nowhiring #dispatcher #crimescenes #csi #lawenforcementcareers #lawenforcement #kcsojobs #loveyourjob
Shots Fired Investigation, 10 Firearms seized
On November 26, 2023, at about 5:00 p.m., Kern County Sheriff’s Office deputies assigned to the North Area Substation were dispatched to the 800 block of Bussell Road to investigate reports of shots fired involving a pickup truck. Deputies located the vehicle and contacted the driver, REESE REYNOLDS, age 22. Deputies determined REYNOLDS was in possession of an illegal assault rifle equipped with a suppressor. During their investigation, Deputies seized a total of 10 firearms. REYNOLDS was arrested and booked into jail for weapons violations.
Last Friday Lt Victor Garcia graduated the 8 month program at the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute. This program specializes in personal growth and development of skills and qualities for effective public safety leadership. Congratulations Lt Garcia!
If you’re already out Black Friday Shopping grab a toy and toss it in your basket to help make a child’s Christmas brighter! We’ll be out at Sam’s Club on Gosford until 11 am with a transportation bus trying to fill it with toys for our annual Christmas events! #community #communitysupport #holidays #blackfriday #christmascheer
On November 15, 2023, from approximately 7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., Kern County Sheriff`s deputies assigned to Metro Patrol Squad 4 partnered with officers from the Kern County Probation Department and conducted a Problem Oriented Policing project in the residential areas surrounding Munsey Elementary School.
In the past year, residents in the area, have reported increased tagging and gang activity. Excessive graffiti is a quality-of-life issue for the residents of Kern County and represents a potential safety issue as most of the graffiti is related to criminal street gangs.
With the help of the Kern County Probation Department, deputies conducted numerous traffic stops, pedestrian stops and probation checks.
The following arrests were made:
DAVID FAJARDO (32 Y/O) was arrested for being in possession of narcotics and drug paraphernalia.
ALEJANDRO HERNANDEZ (22Y/O) was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and being in possession of narcotics.
CORY LAFAVOR (45Y/O) was arrested for a misdemeanor warrant involving narcotics.
JAYSON PERSON (44Y/O) was arrested on a felony warrant and misdemeanor warrant involving narcotics.
NATHANIEL WINSTON (38Y/O) was arrested on a misdemeanor warrant involving trespassing.
RAUL CRUZ (32Y/O) was arrested for a felony warrant for failure to appear in court on a felony charge (stolen vehicle).
JUSTIN LAFOND (46Y/O) was arrested for 5 misdemeanor warrants involving trespassing and narcotics.
Before the week finishes, Kern County Sheriff’s Office wants to thank our Records Staff for all they do! There are so many different roles our support staff have in keeping our community safe. This week our Records Staff had a week full of celebration and appreciation. They closed out the week with a Harry Potter themed day with magical treats! Thanks for being WANDerful! #appreciation #records #loveyourjob kcsojobs.org
