Entry Level Deputy Sheriff

Salary

$92,206.40 - $129,126.40 Annually

Location

Multiple locations in King County, WA

Job Type

Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week

Job Number

2025MA23567

Department

KCSO - Sheriff's Office

Division

Patrol Operations

Opening Date

04/01/2025

Closing Date

12/31/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Q1 : KCPOG-Sheriff

Full- or Part-Time

Full Time

Hours/Week

40 hours/week

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Summary

Make a Difference as a KCSO Deputy! The King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) mission is to be a trusted partner in fighting crime and improving the quality of life for our residents and guests. Deputies serve many different communities, including unincorporated King County, 13 contract city police departments, and transit police agencies.

Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, with a commissioned staff of more than 700, we are among the largest sheriff's departments in the country. We are seeking individuals who share our values: Leadership, Integrity, Service and Teamwork!

Training & Benefits

Entry Deputy cadets begin their career with a generous salary package and sponsorship to the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BELA). KCSO Deputy Benefits includes:

• 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental and vision for you and your dependents.
• Take-home car upon completion of training
• Liberal accrual of compensation time
• For more information about medical benefits go to the Deputy Sheriff Benefits Group.
  
  

HIRING PROCESS

STEP 1 – TEST VIA WWW.PUBLICSAFETYTESTING.COM

• Pass the GSI Law Enforcement written exam.
• Pass the physical ability test (PAT).
• Complete the personal history statement (PHS).
  
  

STEP 2 – APPLY VIA WWW.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM

• Applications must be complete and current within 6-months.
• PST scores must be available within 30 days from date of application.
• The PHS is required and will be evaluated at time of application
  
  

STEP 3 – ORAL BOARD EXAM

• Candidates who meet all application requirements will be invited to self-schedule an oral board exam.
• Candidates who pass the oral board will advance to the background investigation.
  
  

STEP 4 – KCSO BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

• Candidates who pass the oral board will receive a link to complete the electronic statement of personal history (eSOPH) packet.
• A fully completed eSOPH must be submitted to move forward.
• A thorough background investigation is required, including a polygraph, medical and psychological exam.
  
  

STEP 5 – ENTRY DEPUTY ELIGIBLE REGISTER

• Candidates who pass steps 1 – 4 will be placed on the Entry Deputy Eligible Register.
• Deputy Sheriff vacancies will be filled from the Entry Deputy Eligibility Register in accordance with the Civil Service Rules.
  
  

Job Duties

All deputies begin their career on patrol. Jail service in not required. Our deputies gain a strong sense of ownership in their communities by interacting with the residents, business owners, and visitors in the area. Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Patrol a designated area of the county and respond to calls of service.
• Interview victims and witnesses, secure and gather evidence.
• Complete all administrative tasks such as incident and arrest reports.
• Investigate family disputes, reports of maltreatment of children.
• Respond to calls of service involving persons with social or behavioral problems.
• Be a resource to the community and seek opportunities to participate in community activities.
• Testify in court and present facts and observations accurately and objectively.
  
  

Basic Requirements

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• You must be a United States citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident or deferred action childhood arrival (DACA) recipient.
• You must have the ability to read, speak and write in the English language fluently.
• You must be at least 20.5 years of age at the time of application.
• Pass with a 70% or above the GSI Law Enforcement Officer written exam with Public Safety Testing, as well as the physical testing within 30 days of applying.
• You must have a high school degree or a GED.
• Verify that you do not meet any of the KCSO Automatic Disqualifying Behavior requirements.
• You must be able to meet all KCSO background standards as listed in section 10.14 of the Civil Service Rules. Background requirements will be evaluated throughout the hiring process.
  
  

INCUMBENTS WILL HAVE DEMONSTRATED PROFICIENCY IN THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Skilled in verbal communication with the ability to be clear and direct.
• Skilled in problem solving under stressful conditions.
• Ability to intervene effectively in high intensity situations, using de-escalation skills.
• Ability to act with integrity on and off duty.
• Skilled in empathic and active listening.
• Ability to relate to people and communities from diverse racial, cultural and economic backgrounds with respect.
• Skilled in working with vulnerable populations, including individuals with chemical dependency and/or behavioral health challenges.
• Ability to manage conflicts and work effectively with others.
• Ability to represent the King County Sheriff’s Office through effective inter-personal relations with the public and business community.
• Ability to follow maps well and familiarize self in assigned patrol area.
• Ability to maintain physical fitness, self-care and manage stress.
• Ability to write clearly, using correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Basic computer skills are required to complete administrative tasks.
  
  

This position is represented by the King County Police Officer Guild (KCPOG). This position is eligible for overtime. Deputies are scheduled for day, swing, or graveyard shifts. Shifts are determined based on need and assigned location.

Supplemental Information

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Any questions regarding the position and its duties, please reach out to the KCSO Recruiter at kcsorec@kingcounty.gov.

Direct questions about the application and recruitment process to Civil Service Human Resource Analyst, Marc Alvarado, atMarc.Alvarado@kingcounty.gov.

Benefits

The King County Sheriff's Office offers competitive wages and a generous benefits package that includes fully paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents. We also provide fully paid premiums for basic life insurance, a generous vacation and sick leave program, and membership in Washington State's LEOFF retirement plan.

More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at:http://www.kingcounty.gov/employees/benefits/YourKingCountyBenefits.aspx

The King County Sheriff's Office offers competitive wages and a generous benefits package that includes fully-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents. We also provide fully paid premiums for basic life insurance, a generous vacation and sick leave program, and membership in Washington State's LEOFF retirement plan.

More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: http://www.kingcounty.gov/employees/benefits/YourKingCountyBenefits.aspx

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You must be a current US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or DACA recipient to qualify for civil service positions with the King County Sheriff's Office. Are you now a United States citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or DACA recipient?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Can you read, write and speak the English language?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

You are required to be at least 20.5 years of age when submitting your application for this position. When we look at your application, will you be at least 20.5 years of age?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Have you completed and passed both the written and physical (PAT) test with Public Safety Testing, completed a personal history statement (PHS) and had your scores released to the King County Sheriff's Office?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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What is your Public Safety Testing written score? You must have added KCSO at your PST examination. Your score will be verified upon application submission.

06

Did you pass the Physical Agility Test (PAT) with Public Safety Testing? If you did not take the examination, you must respond with a no. Both the written and physical exams must be successfully completed and passed in order for your scores to be considered.

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Are you requesting Veteran's Preference Points?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

A copy of your DD 214 or other proof of military service is required. Please confirm that you have either attached the required document to your application or will provide it upon hire

• Proof is attached
• Proof will be provided upon request
• Not applicable
  
  

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The background of all King County Sheriff's Office employees and applicants are thoroughly checked. The required background investigation will review and evaluate driving records, criminal records, criminal. behavior, employment histories, military records, personal and employment references, and related information. Candidates who pass the initial background investigation will be required to complete a polygraph, medical and psychological exam. Are you willing to undergo a background investigation and polygraph and psychological examination as part of the employment processes?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Do you meet any of the automatic disqualifiers pertaining to DRUGS:

• As an adult, convicted of any felony drug crime
• Any use of heroin or methamphetamines
• Any possession or use of GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyrate) or any other "date rape" drug (includes, but not limited to; Ketamine or Rohypnol), including giving it to others
• Any use of illegal drugs within three (3) years of application (other than juvenile or one-time experimentation). Illegal drugs include but are not limited to; cocaine, ecstasy, molly, MDMA (club drugs), spice, mushrooms, or Khat, or illegal use of prescription drugs (including steroids).
• Illegal use of four (4) or more different controlled substances as an adult within the past ten (10) years
• Any instance of manufacturing or cultivating illegal drugs for the purpose of sale or distribution
• Use of any illegal drugs while employed in a criminal justice capacity
• Obtaining a prescription under false pretenses
• Any instance of illegally using a drug after applying to any Law Enforcement agency
• Marijuana use will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis; however, to increase the likelihood of continuing in the hiring and background process, an applicant should not have used marijuana in the last 12 months
• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "yes" to the above, please explain. N/A if you answered "No"

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Do you meet any of the automatic disqualifiers pertaining to DRIVING:

• Conviction of Driving/Physical Control Under the Influence within the last three (3) years
• Conviction of Driving/Physical Control Under the Influence more than once will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
• As an adult, conviction of Attempting to Elude, or Hit and Run
• As an adult, conviction of Reckless or Negligent Driving 1st degree in the last three (3) years
• Driving While License Suspended/Revoked, convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis
• Yes
• No
  
  

13

If you answered "yes" to the above, please explain. N/A if you answered "No"

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Do you meet any of the automatic disqualifiers pertaining to MILITARY: A dishonorable discharge

• Yes
• No
  
  

15

If you answered "yes" to the above, please explain. N/A if you answered "No"

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Do you meet any of the automatic disqualifiers pertaining to CRIMINAL ACTIVITY:

• Any adult felony convictions
• Any adult misdemeanor conviction for crimes involving theft, violence, or crimes of dishonesty (including, but not limited to, perjury, forgery, impersonation, bribery, witness intimidation/tampering, or tampering with evidence)
• All other misdemeanor convictions as an adult within the last three (3) years
• Any conviction for a sex-related crime, including crimes involving a minor or individual with a disability, including pornography
• Any instance of required registration as a sex offender, regardless of conviction status
• Any conviction for animal cruelty as defined by RCW 16.52.205
• Any conviction for a violation of a court No-Contact, Protection, or Harassment Order
• Any candidate currently named as a Respondent in any No-Contact, Protection, or Harassment DV Order
• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "yes" to the above, please explain. N/A if you answered "No"

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Do you meet any of the automatic disqualifiers pertaining to DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Any conviction for any crime classified as a Domestic Violence offense

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If you answered "yes" to the above, please explain. N/A if you answered "No"

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The King County Sheriff's Office maintains a list of automatic disqualifiers for employment. This list can be accessed by clicking on this link Automatic Disqualifiers. Please review the disqualifiers and respond to the following question before proceeding. Do you certify that based on your review of the automatic disqualifiers that you are qualified for employment with the King County Sheriff's Office? Note - This information will be verified prior to scheduling an oral board interview.

• Yes
• No
  
  

Required Question

Employer King County

Address King Street Center

201 South Jackson Street

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Phone 206-477-3404

Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/