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.
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.
From Deputy Sheriff to mechanics, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office has employment opportunities that need to be fulfilled by great people.
Get a first-hand look at your future career with Kern County Sheriff’s Office.
Local Law Enforcement Professionals Graduate From FBI National Academy Session #291, including Kern County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Erik Levig!! 🎉 Congratulations on all of your sacrifice and hard work!
Professionals Graduate From FBI National Academy Session #291, including Kern County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Erik Levig!! 🎉 Congratulations on all of your sacrifice and hard work!" />
Happy National Police Woman Day to all of our women who serve and protect. Kern County Sheriff’s Office is proud of all of our deputies, but would like to celebrate the women of KCSO today. #loveyourjob #nationalpolicewomanday 🚨🚓
In Memoriam: Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel Lee Archuleta
Deputy Archuleta was a 3-year veteran. End of watch September 12, 2004, as a result of a single vehicle accident while responding to assist deputies in the Township of Tupman.
Honor. Remember. Reflect. 🇺🇸 #patriotsday #neverforget
Kern County Sheriff’s Office Rural Crime Investigations Unit recovers 16 stolen vehicles, including farm and construction equipment in Rosamond. One arrested.
On August 28, 2024, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Rural Crime Investigations Unit conducted an investigation regarding a stolen tractor near Enos Lane and Stockdale Highway. Rural Crime Detectives began their investigation and obtained video evidence of the theft. Detectives identified the subject involved as CHRISTOPHER ZUBER (43), of Helendale, CA. As detectives continued the investigation, they believed ZUBER was involved in several other equipment thefts in Kern County.
On September 10, 2024, Rural Crime Detectives were led to the Rosamond area, near 62nd Street West, and Sweetser Road. Zuber was located in the area and arrested. A search warrant of a nearby property was obtained. While executing the search warrant, Rural Crime Detectives located the stolen tractor from Enos Lane and Stockdale Highway. As the search continued detectives located two more stolen John Deere tractors, one of which was stolen in Arizona, a stolen 42’ travel trailer, also reported out of Arizona, an industrial forklift, five stolen trailers, a stolen semi-truck, a stolen Chevrolet truck, Yamaha quad, and a stolen light tower. Detectives also located a large quantity of narcotics and several firearms.
ZUBER was booked at the Kern County Jail for VC 10851(A)-Grand theft auto, PC 182(a)(1)-Conspiracy, HS 11352(a)-Transport/sell Narcotics, HS 11351-Possess/purchase for sale narcotics, HS 11379(a)- Transport substance, HS 11370.1(a)- Posses controlled substance while armed, VC 10801- Own/operate chop shop, PC 496d(a)- Posses stolen vehicle, and HS 11378- Possess controlled substance.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Rural Crime Investigations Unit at (661)392-6093 or the Secret Witness Hotline at (661)322-4040.
SCAM ALERT- THIS CALL IS A SCAM
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn the public about a phone scam targeting individuals in Kern County.
At this time, we continue to receive reports that residents are receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be Sheriff`s Office personnel asking for payment for missing a grand jury duty subpoena, not showing up for court as an expert witness, contempt of court, failure to appear, etc. The caller is asking for electronic payment to avoid jailtime. Payment is usually gift cards, bitcoin, or some other form of electronic payment. They are threatening arrest if payment is not received.
There are also reports that once the victim has paid that they must come into the Sheriff’s Office for a service such as signature comparison or to receive documents.
The callback number that appears is the Sheriff’s Office number. These scam callers use "spoofing" apps to make it appear that they are calling from the Sheriff`s Office.
This is a scam. Kern County Sheriff’s Office DOES NOT ASK FOR MONEY, banking or payment information over the phone or accept payment for fees, tickets, or fines. IF THERE IS A WARRANT OUT FOR YOUR ARREST, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A CALL.
When you take a phone call you suspect to be a scam; you can ask the caller for their name, employee identification number, callback number, and a reference number for the matter they are calling about. This information can be used to contact the organization directly to determine the validity of the request.
Community members are reporting that the caller is not "letting" them hang up. This urgency is a red flag. Hang up the phone immediately if you suspect it is a scam call. If there is a warrant for your arrest, you will not receive a phone call.
If you receive suspicious telephone calls that you believe to be a scam, you are urged to contact the Kern County Sheriff`s Office at (661) 861-3110, or your local law enforcement agency to report the incident.
to be a scam; you can ask the caller for their name, employee identification number, callback number, and a reference number for the matter they are calling about. This information can be used to contact the organization directly to determine the validity of the request. Community members are reporting that the caller is not "letting" them hang up. This urgency is a red flag. Hang up the phone immediately if you suspect it is a scam call. If there is a warrant for your arrest, you will not receive a phone call. If you receive suspicious telephone calls that you believe to be a scam, you are urged to contact the Kern County Sheriff's Office at (661) 861-3110, or your local law enforcement agency to report the incident." />
SAR Recovery in Kern River- On July 23, 2024, Kern County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (SAR) Teams responded to the Kern River near Hwy 178 for a possible submerged vehicle. SAR deployed a drone,cameras, and vessels to determine if there were any occupants in the vehicle.
Due to clarity of water, unsafe water conditions, and high water levels SAR was unable to complete the recovery or determine if any occupants were in the vehicle.
SAR has been out to the location weekly to check the depth and flow of water, but CFS (cubic feet per second) has been too high. Due to the dangerous conditions, the divers were not able to conduct a recovery mission.
SAR has been in regular contact with the water master from the Army Corps to monitor water levels until it is acceptable for a dive team to go in safely.
Today, September 10, 2024, SAR divers evaluated the vehicle and determined it is still too dangerous of a mission for our divers.
As soon as conditions improve, and divers can safely enter the water, SAR will make efforts to recover the vehicle.
and vessels to determine if there were any occupants in the vehicle. Due to clarity of water, unsafe water conditions, and high water levels SAR was unable to complete the recovery or determine if any occupants were in the vehicle. SAR has been out to the location weekly to check the depth and flow of water, but CFS (cubic feet per second) has been too high. Due to the dangerous conditions, the divers were not able to conduct a recovery mission. SAR has been in regular contact with the water master from the Army Corps to monitor water levels until it is acceptable for a dive team to go in safely. Today, September 10, 2024, SAR divers evaluated the vehicle and determined it is still too dangerous of a mission for our divers. As soon as conditions improve, and divers can safely enter the water, SAR will make efforts to recover the vehicle." />
Today members of the Crisis Negotiations Team participated in the 10th Annual Stop Out Suicide Walk at The Park at Riverwalk. Crisis Negotiators communicate and attempt to de-escalate subjects that are in crisis, suicidal, or suffering from mental illness. CNT is dedicated as a team to do everything in power to gain a peaceful and safe resolution. Suicide is something that has effected every member of our Negotiations Team. #suicidepreventionmonth #crisisnegotiation
Over Labor Day weekend KCSO OHV team deployed new Honda Talon side by sides. Deputies responded to a report of stranded motorcyclists in the Mojave mountains. The riders were located and safely taken out of the area and given a ride home. Our OHV team also responded to a lost juvenile in the Dove Springs OHV area. It was reported that the juvenile was riding alone and missing for about 3 hours. He was more than 6 miles from camp in 103-degree weather. KCSO Air Unit and OHV team were able to locate and safely return the juvenile to his family.
Over Labor Day weekend KCSO OHV team deployed new Honda Talon side by sides. Deputies responded to a report of stranded motorcyclists in the Mojave mountains. The riders were located and safely taken out of the area and given a ride home. Our OHV team also responded to a lost juvenile in the Dove Springs OHV area. It was reported that the juvenile was riding alone and missing for about 3 hours. He was more than 6 miles from camp in 103-degree weather. KCSO Air Unit and OHV team were able to locate and safely return the juvenile to his family." />
KCSO is looking to hire civilians in multiple positions including:
✅Autopsy Assistant
✅ Deputy Coroner
✅ Dispatch Assistant
✅ Dispatcher
✅ Records Specialist
✅ Sheriff’s Support Tech
✅ Sheriff’s Support Specialist
✅ and MORE!
Stop by and see us at an upcoming civilian hiring event!
🗓️Thursday, August 29
⏰ 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 County Administrative Building , 1115 Truxtun Ave
Start your future career NOW by applying at KCSOJOBS.org
