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Career Opportunities

The Sheriff's Office is announcing a new salary plus bonuses for Deputy Sheriffs. New employees can receive up to $6,000 for signing and $51,619 to $70,014 annually. Lateral transfers may apply.

QUALIFICATIONS

Interested applicants must have the following qualifications:

  • Have a high school diploma, GED or an appropriate equivalent
  • Be at least 21 years of age at the time you submit your application
  • Satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical agility test and doctor's certification of fitness
  • Must be a citizen/applied for citizenship of the United States
  • Must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by:
    • A comprehensive background investigation
    • Polygraph examination
    • Psychological screening
    • Periodic drug testing

BENEFITS PACKAGE

  • 25-year retirement
  • Cleaning allowance
  • Dental, health and life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid training
  • Prescription plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Annual paid leave—Vacation, personal and sick

PAID TRAINING

  • Active shooter
  • Firearms instruction
  • Taser certification

DUTIES

Learn more about the duties and responsibilities of the Sheriff's Office.

Current Job Opportunities

Applications are being accepted for the following positions:

  • Deputy Sheriff(link is external) 
  • Deputy Sheriff(link is external) (for current or retired law enforcement)

Be sure to review the listing in its entirety to make sure you have the necessary experience required for the position. 

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