King County, WA
Join the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) as an Exceptional Entry Level Deputy! KCSO Exceptional Entry Deputies will have graduated from a Basic Law Enforcement Academy that meets or exceeds the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center's standards (720 hours) within one (1) year of application or have fewer than 12 months of experience as a full-time commissioned police officer within one (1) year of application.
No PST testing required! This opportunity will provide candidates who qualify with an expedited onboarding experience.
To ensure success as a KCSO Deputy, the KCSO's Training Unit will review candidate experience and develop an individualized training program for our Exceptional Entry hires.
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!
Job Duties
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
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. You must have a high school degree or a GED. Verify that you do not meet any of the KCSO Automatic Disqualifying Behavior requirements. In addition to minimum qualifications, candidates for Exceptional Entry Deputy must have successfully completed the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) within one (1) year of application OR have fewer than 12-months of experience as a full-time commissioned police officer within one (1) year of application. 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. If living outside of Washington state, you must be certified as a law enforcement officer and meet the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission WAC requirements. Out-of-state Exceptional Entry Deputies will be required to complete an 80-hour equivalency academy upon hire. Benefits and Salary
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. Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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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
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. You must have a high school degree or a GED. Verify that you do not meet any of the KCSO Automatic Disqualifying Behavior requirements. In addition to minimum qualifications, candidates for Exceptional Entry Deputy must have successfully completed the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) within one (1) year of application OR have fewer than 12-months of experience as a full-time commissioned police officer within one (1) year of application. 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. If living outside of Washington state, you must be certified as a law enforcement officer and meet the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission WAC requirements. Out-of-state Exceptional Entry Deputies will be required to complete an 80-hour equivalency academy upon hire. Benefits and Salary
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. Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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