Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level
About the role
The Pierce County Sheriff's Office is seeking entry-level Deputy Sheriff candidates. Applications can be submitted and tested through Public Safety Testing. A $10,000 hiring incentive is offered for new hires.
Responsibilities
This position involves protecting life and property, preserving peace, and performing general duty and investigative law enforcement work for the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Work is performed in accordance with the Sheriff's Office's mission, goals, and objectives, and in compliance with governing laws.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- At least age 21 at time of appointment
- Valid Washington State driver's license at time of appointment
- United States citizenship, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient
- Ability to speak, read, and write English as required by RCW 41.14.100
- Pass Pierce County Sheriff's Office background investigation
- Pass Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission physical fitness requirements
- Pass physical fitness standards required by the Sheriff's Office
- Successfully complete Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Qualifications
Ability to successfully complete 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.
Skills
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Benefits
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.
Pay
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Schedule
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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.
Future Opportunities
The Sheriff’s Office offers additional duty assignments and promotional opportunities for patrol deputies in various units.
Summary
This position involves protecting life and property, preserving peace, and performing general duty and investigative law enforcement work for the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Work is performed in accordance with the Sheriff's Office's mission, goals, and objectives, and in compliance with governing laws.
Supplemental Information
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. 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? We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.