SERGEANT - SHERIFF'S OFFICE (DEPARTMENT PROMOTIONAL ONLY

Sergeant Recruitment

Under general supervision, schedules, coordinates and supervises personnel assigned to a shift or unit; conducts training; performs the more difficult work in a specialized area; and performs related work as assigned.

This is a Department Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill future full-time vacancies in the Washoe County Sheriffs Office (WCSO). Only those applicants currently working in the WCSO in the classified service for at least six months are eligible to apply. Unclassified Deputy Sheriff Appointees are not eligible for this promotional exam.

Note : The current list for Sergeant will remain in effect until a new list is established from this recruitment. The appointing authority has the right to select any eligible candidate from the qualifying list based on the Merit principles and processes and the operational needs of the agency.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https : / / www.washoecounty.gov / humanresources / Careers / jobspecs.php

Four years of full-time paid public law enforcement experience, including three years as a Deputy Sheriff with the Washoe County Sheriffs Office (WCSO). License or Certificate

• A valid drivers license is required at the time of application and for continued employment in this classification.
• Possession of a Nevada Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certificate is required at the time of application.
• Required to maintain Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate as Category I Police Officer per NRS / NAC 289.
• Required to complete P.O.S.T. continuing education requirements in accordance with NRS / NAC 289.
• Successful completion of the Detention Training Program is required at the time of application.
• Required to be Patrol Certified as defined in WCSO Policies and Procedures at the time of application for assignments in Operations.

The Ideal Candidate Will

The Washoe County Sheriffs Supervisory Deputies Association (WCSSDA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Sergeant position.

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.

Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.

After your application is screened, you will be notified via the email you provided whether you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have one (1) business day to file an appeal and request a review of their qualifications. If you have met the minimum requirements, you will receive an additional email inviting you to schedule your Sergeant exam. If you do not receive an invitation to schedule your exam within (5) days of the scheduled exam date, please contact careers@washoecounty.gov. You will receive an initial confirmation email once you have selected an exam date and time. In addition, you will receive a follow up email before the exam date with further details related to the examination process. Part I The Sergeant exam will tentatively be held on January 5, 2026; the exact time of day will be sent with your invitation. There will be NO make-up exams. This exam will be administered and proctored in Reno, NV, and is multiple choice. Candidates must pass the written exam to participate in the Assessment Center. Part II The Sergeant Assessment Center is tentatively scheduled for the week of January 26, 2026. The Assessment Center will consist of a variety of assessment exercises designed to allow candidates the opportunity to demonstrate, under standardized conditions, the entry level knowledge, skills and abilities most essential for success as a Sergeant with the Washoe County Sheriffs Office.

After the exam is completed, you will receive an additional email notifying you of your score and rank. Scores will be weighed at 40% written exam, 60% Assessment Center. Please be advised you can log in to your NeoGov account and select : Applications to view a list of the recruitments which you have applied for, your submitted application for each recruitment, a copy of the job listing, and your applicant history for each recruitment. Inbox to view the notices which have been sent to you for each recruitment. Account to update your contact information. Please note to update your phone number on previously submitted applications you must contact careers@washoecounty.gov.

The recommended study material for the 2026 Sergeant testing process is available in the N drive and labeled 2026 Sgt Test Study Material. Candidates are responsible for knowledge of forms, information and current trends pertinent to the job of a Sergeant at the Washoe County Sheriffs Office. The recommended study material includes :

2026 Sgt Test Examination Study Material

Washoe County Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation

Labor Contracts

WCEA Civilian Contract 2024-2028

WCSDA Deputy Contract FY 2024-2028

NRS

Chapter 200 : Crimes against Persons

Chapter 201 : Crimes Against Public Decency and Good Morals

Chapter 202 : Crimes Against Public Health and Safety

Chapter 205 : Crimes Against Property

Chapter 289 : Peace Officers

Training Brief Bulletins

11 / 01 / 2024 LEOKA Infographic

11 / 14 / 2024 NCIC Violent Person Quick Reference

12 / 12 / 2024 Multi-Casualty Incident Plan (MCIP)

12 / 31 / 2024 DMV Communications Symbol

01 / 23 / 2025 Hospital Guard Duty

02 / 04 / 2025 Cryptocurrency Field Guide

03 / 25 / 2025 Swatting Awareness for Law Enforcement

04 / 24 / 2025 Emotional Intelligence for Law Enforcement

08 / 04 / 2025 Secondary Trauma

08 / 28 / 2025 Key Tracer Training

09 / 03 / 2025 Ex Parte Order for Protection Against High-Risk Behaviors

09 / 03 / 2025 Duty to Intercede

09 / 18 / 2025 4th Amendment Search and Seizure

09 / 25 / 2025 Taser 10 Quick Reference

09 / 29 / 2025 Basic Gun Law Refresher

WCSO Core Policies

200 Organizational Charts

201 Department Directives and Special Orders

202 Emergency Management

300 Use of Force

301 Handcuffing and Restraining

303 Conductive Energy Weapon (CEW)

306 Search and Seizure

403 Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity

404 Hostage Negotiations and SWAT

426 Peace Officer Involved Shooting / Fatal Incident

427 Vehicle Pursuits

429 Domestic Violence

901 PREA