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Kootenai County

Deputy Sheriff, Patrol Lateral

Kootenai County, Hayden, Idaho, United States, 83835

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ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A CHANGE? Now accepting Lateral applications!

INTERVIEWS ARE SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025 AND CAN BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY.

Applications must be received by November 28, 2025.

Why Join Us?

Rewarding, meaningful work serving your community

Extensive paid training and continuing education

Advancement opportunities and specialized units: SWAT, K9, Dive Team, Range, Traffic Investigation, Back Country Patrol & more

Take-home vehicle upon completion of Field Training Program

PERSI Retirement – 14.65% employer contribution, lifetime payout after 5-year vesting

Comprehensive benefits including free medical clinic for health plan members & dependents

Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligible (PSLF) – potential for 100% loan forgiveness

Military Veteran Friendly – On-the-Job Training & Apprenticeship Certified Employer

Pay & Benefits

$32.93 – $41.71/hour to start (includes $0.50 shift differential)

Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI)

Free in-house medical clinic (primary care, prescriptions, labs & more)

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and extensive paid training

Call for a personalized rate of pay quote

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED (No college degree required)

Minimum 24 months experience as a certified Patrol Deputy/Officer

Successful completion of a Basic POST Academy & current Peace Officer certification

Valid driver’s license & insurable driving record

How to Apply

Review the automatic disqualifiers before applying.

Be truthful and thorough in all application materials.

Contact our recruiting team any time with questions: KCSOrecruit@kcgov.us

For a full job description and to apply, visit our careers page or call for more information.

CONTACT US: KCSO Recruiting Team

kcsorecruit@kcgov.us

Marcia Heglie, Personnel Administrator

mheglie@kcgov.us or (208) 446-1306

Human Resources (208) 446-1640

kchr@kcgov.us

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