The voluntary Reserve Deputy Sheriff-Entry Level (RDS-Entry Level) position receives monetary compensation of $1.00 annually for the performance of their duties. This position is part of a volunteer organization of individuals who supplement the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's law enforcement manpower. Reserve Deputy Sheriffs undergo the same hiring standards as full-time Deputies and work alongside them in support of every aspect of the Department operations. After becoming field qualified, a Level 1 reserve deputy can work patrol alone or with a partner and has peace officer status.