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Description The Pierce County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for entry level Deputy Sheriff. Please apply and test with Public Safety Testing. Now Offering a $10,000 Hiring Incentive for Entry Level Deputy Sheriff.

**Lateral Candidates DO NOT need to take a written exam. If you are a commissioned corrections officer and are interested in a lateral opportunity, please contact Pierce County Civil Service at pccivilservice@piercecountywa.gov** New lateral hires receive a hiring incentive of $25,000 and 80 hours of sick leave available immediately and 80 hours of vacation leave available for use after six months of employment. Questions If you have any questions regarding testing, the background process, or the position, you may schedule an appointment to speak with the HR Specialist

Or email your questions to pccivilservice@piercecountywa.gov. About the Sheriff's Department: The Pierce County Sheriff's Office has 336 commissioned staff who serve a rural and urban landscape covering 1,806 square miles. We are a "full-service agency" that provides law enforcement, jail, court security, civil processing services to all areas of unincorporated Pierce County and the contract cities of Edgewood and University Place

We provide law enforcement services over a very large and difficult geography that stretches from the Key Peninsula to Mount Rainier. This includes mountains, rivers, lakes, coastline, and heavily wooded areas that border populous residential areas, a large military base, and a major interstate. Why it's a great opportunity: The Pierce County Sheriff's Office prides itself on upholding our Core Values: Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Respect and Responsibility.

Pierce County Sheriff's deputies are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism to serve citizens and help make Pierce County one of the best places to live and work in the beautiful Great Northwest. We encourage you to learn more about our department by clicking here. We also now provide GI Bill Approved On-the Job-Training (OJT) Program eligible for VA Benefits during the training program.

Law Enforcement Training Program is certified for 18 months of benefits. Future Opportunities: The Sheriff's Office has additional duty assignments available for patrol deputies in Search and Rescue, Marine Services, Dive Team, SWAT Team, Hazardous Device Team, Special Investigations Unit, Community Support Team, and the Gang Unit. There are also promotional opportunities to move up through the ranks of leadership and investigational positions.

Summary Position Summary This is responsible, general duty and investigatory law enforcement work involving the protection of life/property and the preservation of the peace for the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Work is performed in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the Sheriff's Office, and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws. Click Deputy Sheriff for a classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions, competencies, physical demands and working conditions/environment.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY: High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate. At least age twenty-one (21) at time of appointment

Valid Washington State driver's license at time of appointment and be able to provide proof of insurability. Must be a United States citizen, lawful permanent resident or deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) recipient, and ability to speak, read and write the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100. Ability to successfully complete Pierce County Sheriff's Office background investigation

Condition of continued employment: Ability to pass the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission physical fitness requirements and the physical fitness standards required by the Sheriff's Office at time of entrance to the Basic Law Enforcement Academy. Condition of continued employment: Entrance to and successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Academy as required by RCW 43.101. Supplemental Information What happens after I take the exam with Public Safety Testing

Applicants must achieve a score of 70% or higher on the written exam and pass the physical abilities test (PAT) with Public Safety Testing. Once you have passed the written and PAT, applicants will be invited to complete a Pierce County Sheriff's Office application. Once a completed application is received, applicants will be placed on a Civil Service Employment Register according to their score on the written exam.

Deputy Sheriff employment registers are established every month. Applicants who make the employment register will undergo a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, a personal history statement, pre-oral board interview, oral board, polygraph, fingerprinting, suitability assessment report (SAR) as well as criminal records, credit, driving, reference and employment checks. After a conditional offer of employment is given, applicants take the psychological and medical exams.

During the background process, candidates are required to complete the Sheriff's Office physical ability test (PAT) which includes the following: Exercise Max time to complete Required Reps 1 300-meter sprint 71 seconds 1 2 1.5-mile run 14:31 minutes/sec 1 3 Push-ups 90 seconds 20 4 Sit-Ups 90 seconds 25 5 Squat Thrusts 3 minutes 35 For additional information regarding the background standards, please read the job announcement on the Public Safety Testing website. If you have a question about this opportunity, please email Civil Service at PCCivilService@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Title. If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers

Individuals needing accommodation in the application or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need. ATTENTION: All communication from Pierce County Civil Service is sent by email using the email address listed on your application. This may include communication that contains confidential or private information such as exam results and reasons for removal, etc.

You are responsible for keeping your email address updated. At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career.

We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place people are proud to call home.

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