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Pierce County

Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$44.96 - $59.50/hr

... County and the contract cities of Edgewood and University Place We provide law enforcement services ... Pierce County Sheriff's deputies are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ...

Pierce County, WA

Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$44.96 - $59.50/hr

Sheriff - Police Protection Opening Date: 04/10/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Description The ... County and the contract cities of Edgewood and University Place. We provide law enforcement ...

Pierce County, WA

Deputy Sheriff - Lateral

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$44.96 - $59.50/hr

Sheriff - Police Protection Opening Date: 04/10/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Description **Lateral ... County and the contract cities of Edgewood and University Place. We provide law enforcement ...

Pierce County

Deputy Sheriff - Lateral

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$44.96 - $59.50/hr

About the Sheriff's Office: The Pierce County Sheriff's Office has 312 patrol deputies who serve a ... County and the contract cities of Edgewood and University Place. We provide law enforcement ...

Arlington County, VA

Deputy Sheriff

Arlington, VA · On-site

$67K - $113K/yr

No academy required. 3-year contract required. Bonus can be split into two payments. Arlington County Sheriff's Office, nationally recognized for Excellence and awarded re-accreditation by the ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract ocean county sheriff in the United States is $112,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Ocean County Sheriff vs Contract Ocean County Deputy?

AspectContract Ocean County SheriffContract Ocean County Deputy
CredentialsLaw enforcement certification, sheriff's academyLaw enforcement certification, sheriff's academy
Work EnvironmentCounty jail, sheriff's office, law enforcement dutiesPatrol, law enforcement, detention facilities
Employer & IndustryOcean County Sheriff's Office, law enforcementOcean County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement

The Contract Ocean County Sheriff and Contract Ocean County Deputy roles both require law enforcement certifications and work within the Ocean County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff typically oversees the entire department, while Deputies perform patrol and enforcement duties. Both positions are integral to county law enforcement operations, with similar credentials and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Contract Ocean County Sheriff job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,878 per year, or $54.3 per hour.

Deputy Sheriff Recruit

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

Louisville, KY • On-site

$57K - $62K/yr

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Title: Deputy Sheriff Recruit ID: 2025-1 Location: Louisville, KY Salary Range: $57,997.02 (during training) -$62,559.02 (upon graduation)
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AGENCY OVERVIEW
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff's Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting the work of local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Deputies of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office are fully sworn POPS certified law enforcement professionals. Deputies in the Courts Division provide security for participants of Circuit and District Courts of Jefferson County. Deputies take custody of inmates while in the Courts and during transport throughout Kentucky. Deputies in the Operations Division also serve orders on behalf of the Courts such as EPOs, IPOs, Civil Process, Evictions, and auto vehicle inspections. Deputies at JCSO do not routinely take calls for service, but are fully certified to assist in any law enforcement capacity needed to ensure public safety.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants may apply at 20 years of age. Must be at least 21 years of age at time of academy graduation.
Must be U.S. citizen
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have honorable discharge from military, if applicable
Must not have had peace officer status revoked in any state
Must not be prohibited from carrying a firearm
Must not have been convicted of a felony - misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis.
No use of illegal controlled substances in the last 6 years.
 

Upon academy graduation, a 3 year employment contract is required by the graduate.

SALARY/BENEFITS
 

  Hourly Rate Annual Rate Eligible for Benefits During Training $27.88 $57,997.02 Yes After Academy Training* $29.59 $62,559.02 Yes

*Includes KLEFPF and $1,000 annual uniform allowance
Employees participate in the Hazardous Duty retirement under CERS offered the KPPA.
JCSO pays 100% medical premiums for single coverage, and 90% for other plan levels.
Competitive plans for vision and dental.
Optional deferred compensation and supplemental life insurance.
SELECTION PROCESS
Criminal History Check
Interview and Facility Tour
POPS Physical Agility Test (Training Guide) (Video Overview)
Written Psychological Assessment
Polygraph Examination
Background Investigation (Criminal history check, credit check, employment history, references)
Sheriff Staff Interview
Medical Examination / Drug Screening
Fingerprinting
ACADEMY INFORMATION
Upon hire, recruits begin working in the courts performing on-the-job training while waiting for a spot in the academy.
Recruits are sent to the DOCJT Law Enforcement Basic Academy located in Richmond, Kentucky.
The academy consists of 800+ hours of instruction including both online (4 weeks) and an in person, live-in academy (16 weeks) where room and board is provided. Recruits may go home on weekends and holidays.
Law Enforcement Basic Training lasts approximately 20 weeks.
Questions related to this position or its selection process can be sent to careers@jcsoky.org.

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