Body Captain Frank Gonzalez serves as the Chief of Police Services for the city of Dana Point. Dana Point continues to be a leader in South Orange County by providing responsive and professional level of law enforcement services. Programs implemented by Dana Point Police Services have been recognized statewide and duplicated...

Body We are excited to offer two teen academies in the summer for young adults, ages 16 to 18. The Teen Academy is a five-day intensive workshop designed to be a fun, hands-on experience for young adults to learn about the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. Teens will learn about the training...

Body National Prescription Take Back Day is Saturday, April 25 from 10 AM to 2 PM Did you know 60-70% of teens report their home medicine cabinet as their source for drugs? Please take this opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted and expired prescription medication. Don't let your medicine cabinet be...

Body Date Course Title Location Hours POST Plan May 27 – 29, 2026 Autopsy Technician Course Santa Ana 24 IV September 28 - October 9, 2026 Basic Death Investigation Santa Ana 80 IV

Body 2026 Citizens’ Academy The 2026 Citizens' Academy will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. beginning on June 25, 2026 and ending on August 20, 2026. The application window is open until April 30, 2026. The application can be downloaded below. About the Citizens' Academy The Orange...

Body Salary Correctional Services Assistant Trainee: $23.79 - $30.21 hourly/$49,483.20 - $62,836.80 annually Correctional Services Assistant (Entry Level):$27.24 hourly/ $56,659.20 annually Correctional Services Assistant (Maximum): $36.47 hourly/$75,857.60 annually The Position Correctional Services Assistant Trainee This is a non-sworn trainee class. Incumbents attend a department mandated in-service training program to develop the...

Body Captain Matt Timmins serves as the Chief of Police Services for the city of Villa Park. The Sheriff's Department has provided police protection to Villa Park since long before its incorporation. The City contracts with the Sheriff's Department enforcement, traffic and criminal investigations. Villa Park has one of the lowest...

Body Captain Matt Timmins serves as the Chief of Police Services for the North Patrol Bureau. North Patrol provides police services for the more than 70,000 residents of unincorporated Orange County. Dozens of unincorporated county islands are located in Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Brea, Garden Grove, Orange, Santa Ana, Tustin, La Mirada...

Body Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) I am a resident of a U.S. state or territory other than California; can I apply? Yes, you can apply if you plan to spend time within Orange County, California, during the next 12 months. For more details, please click the following link: Out of State...

Body All CCW applications must be submitted through the CCW PRO system . The application process includes a review of your submission, required documents, along with a comprehensive background and criminal history check. Required Documentation Please ensure that all required supporting documents are uploaded at the time of application. Incomplete applications...