What is a Retired Annuitant?
This position is open to retired public employees (generally CalPERS retirees) who wish to return to work in a temporary capacity. As a Retired Annuitant, you may work up to 960 hours per fiscal year while continuing to receive your retirement benefits. In calendar year 2026, the Sheriff’s Office is authorized under SB 1379 to hire up to 17 Retired Annuitants to work beyond the standard 960-hour limit, for a maximum of 2,080 hours. This role provides an opportunity to share your experience and expertise while supporting ongoing operations, assisting with training, or helping cover staffing needs. Retired Annuitant positions are temporary, part-time, and “as-needed”, offering flexibility and the chance to stay connected to the public safety profession.
Deputy Sheriff - Lateral (Retired Annuitant)
THE POSITION
Deputy Sheriff’s provide services and protection to the public through performance of law enforcement duties. Incumbents are responsible for enforcing laws and preventing crime.
Deputy Sheriff’s serve in our Court Security bureau as bailiffs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Deputy Sheriff’s serve in our Court Security bureau as bailiffs.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience: One (1) year of recent law enforcement experience
AND
Possession of a Basic P.O.S.T Certificate
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed as needed thereafter.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES – Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.