Entry Level Patrol Deputy
Entry Level Patrol Deputy
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Summary
This is a fulltime positionsworn (Commissioned) position within the Island County Sheriffs Office and requires a Civil Service Examination. Under general supervision the entry level patrol deputy performs general duty police work with a shift or unit of the Sheriffs Office involving a wide range of duties performed to protect life and property enforce laws and ordinances and preserve order within the community.
Read this announcement thoroughly it contains vital information about the Application and Civil Service Examination process. All notifications regarding this process will be sent to you by email unless you express a preference otherwise by written notice.
This is a Continuous Examination process. Preemployment written and physical ability testing is offered continuously through Public Safety Testing.
PLEASE NOTE: You MUST successfully complete both the physical ability test (PAT) and the written examination offered by Public Safety Testing submit a Personal History Statement questionnaire and complete an Island County Application for Employment before your application will be deemed complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered and you will not be contacted.
APPLICATION PROCESS:- Applicants must successfully complete the physical ability test (PAT) and written examination offered by Public Safety Testing. For information see must complete an Island County Application for Employment powered by NEOGOV as well upload to it the documents listed below in items 3 4 (and 5 if applicable). Have these documents ready prior to submitting your application so that you are able to upload them when requested while filling out the NEOGOV application.
- Applicantsshould upload to your NEOGOV application a cover letter and a resume and any other documents you feel support your abilities to perform as apatrol deputy.
- Applicants must download and complete this form Authorization to Release Information sign it then upload it to your NEOGOV application.
- If you are claiming Veterans Scoring Criteria Status upload a completed Claim for Veterans Criteria Status form and upload the requested documentation.
CIVIL SERVICE SELECTION PROCESS: Vacancies are filled by the Civil Service rule of five with the top five eligibles forwarded to the appointing authority (Sheriff) for interview and background investigation as vacancies occur. Applicants given a conditional offer of employment are subject to further processes including polygraph examination psychological examination medical examination and background investigation. Applicants must pass a Civil Service examination; AND preemployment examinations including but not limited to a complete background investigation fingerprinting criminal record check polygraph examination a medical examination and a psychological evaluation.
All appointments are subject to successful completion of a one year probationary period as set forth in the Civil Service Rules for Island County Sheriffs Department Section 11.02 or its successor.
If you have questions please contact Nicole Wheat Chief Examiner:Please leave a message. Email Address:
ISLAND COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERJob Duties
Duties include those set forth in this linkJob Description for Patrol Deputy.
Education Experience & Certifications
All applicants must meet minimum qualifications:
- Attainment of the minimum age of 21 maximum age requirement.
- Possession of or ability to obtain prior to employment a valid Washington State Driver License.
- Be a high school graduate or possess GED certification.
- Be a United States Citizen or a lawful permanent residentwho can read and write the English language. (RCW 41.14.100
* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Island County does not provide visa sponsorship. *
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
