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The Blaine County Sheriff's Office is more than a job — it's a calling. Our deputies serve one of the most diverse jurisdictions in San Andreas, covering vast stretches of rural land, tight-knit communities, and everything in between.
🌟 Meaningful Work
Every day at the BCSO is different. You'll be making a real difference in the lives of Blaine County citizens.
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👷 Career Growth
From patrol to detective to command staff — the BCSO offers real advancement opportunities for those who earn it.
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💰 Competitive Pay
Starting salary of $38,500 with step increases. Top deputies earn $60,000+.
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🤺 Brotherhood
The bonds you form at the BCSO last a lifetime. We take care of our own.
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To be considered for a position as a Patrol Deputy with the Blaine County Sheriff's Office, applicants must meet all of the following minimum requirements at the time of application:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
- Must possess a valid San Andreas driver's license
- High school diploma or GED required (college preferred)
- Must pass a written examination
- Must pass a physical agility test
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- Must pass a thorough background investigation
- Must pass a polygraph examination
- Must pass a psychological evaluation
- Must pass a medical/physical examination
- No felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanors
- No dishonorable discharge from military service
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⚠ AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFIERS: Felony convictions, domestic violence convictions, illegal drug use within the past 3 years, unresolved criminal charges, and falsification of application materials will result in immediate disqualification.
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| 1 | Application & Written Exam | Submit application online or in-person. Take the BCSO written examination at our Sandy Shores headquarters. |
| 2 | Physical Agility Test (PAT) | 1.5 mile run, push-ups, sit-ups, and obstacle course. Minimum standards must be met. |
| 3 | Oral Board Interview | Panel interview with BCSO command staff. Assess communication, judgment, and fitness for duty. |
| 4 | Background Investigation | Comprehensive background check including criminal, financial, employment, and personal history. Polygraph included. |
| 5 | Psychological & Medical | Psychological evaluation and full physical examination including vision, hearing, and drug screening. |
| 6 | Conditional Job Offer | Successful candidates receive a conditional job offer pending completion of all phases. |
| 7 | BCSO Training Academy | 16-week residential academy covering patrol procedures, use of force, laws of arrest, emergency driving, and more. |
| 8 | Field Training Program (FTP) | 12 weeks of supervised field training with an experienced Field Training Officer (FTO). |
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Salary Scale
| Rank | Annual Salary |
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| Recruit (Academy) | $28,000 |
| Deputy I | $38,500 |
| Deputy II | $42,000 |
| Corporal | $47,500 |
| Sergeant | $54,000 |
| Lieutenant | $64,000 |
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Benefits Package
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- CalPERS Retirement (3% @ 50)
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Uniform & Equipment Allowance
- College Tuition Reimbursement
- Overtime & Specialty Pay
- Take-Home Vehicle Program (eligible)
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HUNTING IN BLAINE COUNTY
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Hunting, sport shooting, and responsible firearm ownership are proud traditions in Blaine County — and the BCSO stands firmly behind every law-abiding gun owner in this community.
Even our Mayor is known to take to the open land with his sidearm. Blaine County is God's country, and the people who live here know how to take care of themselves and their neighbors.
As a BCSO deputy, you'll serve a community that deeply values self-reliance, the right to bear arms, and the traditions that have made this county what it is. That's not just a job description — it's a way of life.
"You can't protect the people unless you understand them. Out here in Blaine County, that means knowing your way around a firearm and respecting the land."
— Sheriff Dusty Hargrove
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Complete the form below to express interest in the Spring 2026 Academy class. A recruiting officer will contact you with next steps. This is not a formal application.
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