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Champaign County

Deputy Sheriff

Urbana, IL · On-site

$79K/yr

Deputies are required to be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment and have no felony ... Champaign County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Deputy Recruitment Packet EXPERIENCED/LATERAL ...

Utah County Sheriff

$35.35 - $40.61/hr

Deputy Sheriff I - Enforcement (Currently Attending POST Academy) Starting Pay: $30.74-$35.35 (Based on experience) Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent Currently enrolled in a POST ...

Isle of Wight County

Deputy Sheriff

Isle Of Wight, VA

$54K - $75K/yr

Candidates must have no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude. Ideal ... experience and/or college level course work in Criminal Justice or a related field. Selected ...

County of Chester, PA

Deputy Sheriff I

West Chester, PA · On-site

$27.75/hr

Sheriff Division: Sheriff Opening Date: 08/26/2023 Closing Date: Continuous Weekly Hours: 40 ... Experience * High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) * No prior Act 120 or Act 2 ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for no experience sheriff in the United States is $70,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A 'No Experience Sheriff' typically refers to a newly elected or appointed sheriff who has little to no prior law enforcement experience. Sheriffs are usually responsible for enforcing the law within a county, managing the county jail, and providing court security. While many sheriffs have backgrounds in law enforcement, some may be elected based on leadership qualities or community trust, even if they lack direct experience in policing. Such sheriffs often rely heavily on experienced deputies and staff to manage daily operations and may pursue training to build their expertise.

What entry-level responsibilities can someone expect when starting as a sheriff with no prior experience?

For individuals entering the sheriff's office with no prior law enforcement experience, typical responsibilities may include supporting senior deputies, performing administrative tasks, observing patrols, assisting with court security, and responding to non-emergency situations. New hires often undergo comprehensive training and are closely supervised as they learn departmental procedures and law enforcement protocols. Teamwork and clear communication are crucial, as new sheriffs regularly collaborate with more experienced officers and other public safety personnel. Over time, as proficiency grows, responsibilities expand to include more direct law enforcement duties.

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To thrive as a Sheriff, you typically need law enforcement experience, a strong understanding of criminal justice, and formal training—often supported by police academy graduation and relevant certifications. Familiarity with law enforcement technology, case management systems, and firearms proficiency are essential. Leadership, integrity, and excellent decision-making skills are crucial soft skills for managing deputies and serving the community effectively. These qualifications ensure the Sheriff can uphold the law, maintain public safety, and lead their department with authority and trust.
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Deputy Sheriff

Champaign County

Urbana, IL • On-site

$79K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Do you have what it takes to be successful in this challenging, yet rewarding, career? 

For those interested in a career in criminal justice, there are a variety of opportunities at the Sheriff's office. If you're interested in a rewarding career where you can make a true difference in our community, look no further! https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com 

  Law Enforcement Deputy Applicant Testing 

The Sheriff's office allows candidates to test year-round for the positions of deputy sheriff.  Deputies are required to be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment and have no felony or certain misdemeanor convictions (a full list of the disqualifying misdemeanor convictions can be found on the ILETSB webpage: https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/resources/decertification/)  Upon employment, deputies are required to live in Champaign County or a surrounding county bordering Champaign County. Deputies living within Champaign County have the added benefit of a take-home patrol car.

 

Starting salary in 2023 for a patrol deputy is approximately $61,006 in the first year, $68,307 after a year of service, and $79,248 by five years of service.

  ENTRY-LEVEL APPLICANTS 

To fill out an application and schedule a test, go to https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and select Law Enforcement and sign up for the Champaign County Sheriff's Office.

 

What to expect at the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:

 
  • Completion of the application process
  • Review all information related to the Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Deputy position, including minimum requirements, salary and benefits.
  • Detailed information about the testing process for the entry level test.
  • Opportunity to take online practice tests at www.frontlinetest.com
  • Schedule your own convenient test time. Tests are offered multiple times a week, including Saturdays.
  • Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment.
 

Upon completion of the entry level exam, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the Champaign County Sheriff's Office. Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry level exam will be placed on the department's eligibility list. The Champaign County Sheriff's Office will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to continue to participate in other stages of the selection process as the opportunity arises, including an interview, physical agility test (for patrol deputy candidates), an in-depth background check, psychological exam, and medical exam, to include a drug screen (candidates must test negative for all illicit drugs, including marijuana).

 

National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Champaign County Sheriff's Office responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the Champaign County Sheriff's Office where the final decisions are made.

 

More information on each of these positions can be found here:

 

Champaign County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Deputy Recruitment Packet

  EXPERIENCED/LATERAL APPLICANTS 

Deputy applicants with at least one year of full-time law enforcement experience may forego the written exam and move directly to the interview phase of the hiring process. Experiences/lateral applicants may also be able to start higher on the wage scale than an entry-level employee, based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

 

To express interest as an experienced/lateral applicant, please e-mail a copy of your resume to Teresa Schleinz at tschleinz@co.champaign.il.us. or contact her at 217-384-1205 for more information or questions.

 

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