Deputy Sheriff (Certified Lateral)

Position Overview

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is a large law enforcement agency in Louisville, Kentucky, serving as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian, and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform various duties including court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. Deputies in the Courts Division provide security for participants of Circuit and District Courts of Jefferson County, while those in the Operations Division take custody of inmates and serve legal processes.

Minimum Requirements

• MUST be POPS certified in the State of Kentucky, or reciprocity approved from states outside of Kentucky.
• MUST be a U.S. citizen.
• MUST have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• MUST have an honorable discharge from military service, 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.
• MUST not have used illegal controlled substances in the last 6 years.

Salary/Benefits

Certified Experience Hourly Rate Annual Rate Eligible for Benefits 5 years $34.28 $72,303.29 Yes* 10 years $36.82 $77,581.30 Yes* 15 years $39.35 $82,859.31 Yes*

*Retirees are not eligible for health benefits or a second pension per KRS 70.293. Employees participate in the Hazardous Duty retirement under CERS offered through the KPPA. JCSO pays 100% medical premiums for single coverage, and 90% for other plan levels. Competitive plans for vision and dental are available. Optional deferred compensation and supplemental life insurance are also provided.

Selection Process

The selection process includes:

• Background Investigation (Criminal history check, credit check, employment history, references)
• Sheriff Staff Interview
• Medical Examination / Drug Screening
• Fingerprinting

Questions related to this position or its selection process can be sent to careers@jcsoky.org.