Sheriff's Office Recruiting

The following questions are some of the more frequent ones asked at our recruiting fairs and through email. If you do not see your question here, please contact our recruiting section for an answer.

Q - How do I get hired?
A - Typically, you would complete an online application process. By clicking on the "Apply Now!" link to the left, you can begin this process. If you wish to do this from the Bexar County website, please follow this link: Bexar County Employment Opportunities

After going to the link above, expand the tree on the left and select LAW ENFORCEMENT / DETENTION, and expand that tree to the Deputy Sheriff - Detention Cadet choice.

Q - Do I need prior experience?
A - While prior experience is a benefit, it is not necessary as this is an entry level position. You will learn everything you need to know at our training academy and through on-the-job-training.

Q - How long is the training academy?
A - The Guerra Training Academy course is 12 weeks, with your schedule being Monday - Friday and possibly other times as required.

Q - How do I contact applicant processing?
A - Please call Claudell Blockley at 210-335-6802, Joseph Perez at 210-335-6801 or Cheryl Iglehart-Connley at 210-335-6486

Q - Where is the testing location?
A - You will take your test at the Guerra Training Academy located at 1930 Herbert Lane in San Antonio. You will find parking behind the building and you will enter through the left side double doors. Do not bring cell phones, purse, gym bags, pens, paper or other items into the test room. You may bring your car keys and wallet for identification.

Q - What time is the test?
A - Unless otherwise specified, tests are scheduled by applicant processing and you can arrive as early as 7:30 a.m., but no later than 7:45 a.m. The test begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. and the doors will be closed. If you are late, you will not be permitted to test that day.

Q - How should I dress for testing?
A - Please wear gym clothes.

Q - Is there a study guide?
A - No, the written portion of the test consists of a story, some basic math and a map to determine reading comprehension and memory.

Q - What is required on the physical agility test?
A - You will be tested on a 1.5 mile run, sit and reach, push ups and sit ups. There is a 1 minute time limit for the push ups and sit ups. To see acceptable times for the physical agility test, please visit here.

Q - How often can I retake the written test?
A - The written test can be retaken at the next scheduled test date. Please contact applicant processing for this date and time.

Q - How often can I retake the physical agility test?
A - The physical agility test can be retaken after 30 days.

Q - What is a Class B Misdemeanor?
A - A Class B Misdemeanor under Texas law is an offense punishable by up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,000. Some examples of Class B Misdemeanors include DWI (1st offense), possession of marijuana (0-2oz), Terroristic Threat, Indecent exposure, Harassment, Disorderly Conduct (discharge/display firearm), Theft >$50, Criminal Mischief where the damage is >$50. Applicants with a criminal record should know whether their case is a felony or a misdemeanor as well as what class, whether it was dismissed or if you were convicted (probation, deferred adjudication or a sentence). If you are unsure, you need to contact your attorney or the District Clerk/County Clerk of the county the charge was handled in.

ALL CLASS B MISDEMEANOR CONVICTIONS MUST BE 10 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. NO FELONIES ARE ACCEPTED AT ALL.

Q - Is there a height or weight requirement?
A - No.

Q - Is there an age requirement?
A - Applicants must be at least 21 years old.

Q - Where will I be working?
A - Typically, Detention Officers work at either the Adult Detention Center located at 200 N. Comal or at the Detention Center Annex on Travis Street. At times, you may be assigned to other areas as needed, such as a local hospital.

Q - What hours will I be expected to work?
A - Being a Detention Officer requires you to work a "shift". These shifts are typically 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. or 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. In the past, staffing schedules have been changed to accomodate mandates by Texas Jail Standards. These changes are very uncommon.