Position Title: Deputy Sheriff
Salary: See 'Informational Handout' for salary ranges.
How to Apply: Applications are submitted online until Friday, August 5, 2022 at 12:00 pm. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application.
View our Informational Handout with Salary Ranges and the Physical Agility Test Standards.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a United States Citizen
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Sixty (60) credits from an accredited college or university at the time of application. A transcript must be included with the job application showing 60 credits.
- Thirty (30) credits may be waived for applicants who have a current Act 120 certification (MPOETC) and have at least two (2) years of full active military duty with an Honorable Discharge. A DD 214 showing character of discharge must be included with the application.
- Thirty (30) credits may be waived for applicants who have graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Training Academy and have at least two (2) years of full active military duty with an Honorable Discharge. A DD 214 showing character of discharge must be included with the application.
- Fifteen (15) credits may be waived for applicants with at least two (2) years of full active military duty with an Honorable Discharge. A DD 214 showing character of discharge must be included with the application.
- Fifteen (15) credits may be waived for applicants who have a current Act 120 certification (MPOETC). A copy of the Act 120 certification must be included with the application.
- Applicants who meet the above requirements AND possess Act 120 certification will be given preference during the selection process.
Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon appointment.
Important: Any applicant on the current eligibility list must apply again in order to be considered for future employment.
Written Test Information:
Test Date: Saturday, August 20, 2022
Position Summary:
Scope of the Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Agility Test
- Background Investigation
- Polygraph Examination
- Panel Interview
- Psychological Examination
- Medical Examination
- Nelson Denny Reading Test (applicable to eligible
- applicants who need to attend the Allegheny County Police Academy)
- Entry into the Allegheny County Police Academy, if applicable, to those hired
Duties: Not Applicable
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: Not Applicable
Ability to: Not Applicable
Skills: Not Applicable
Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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Additionally, you can view the Informational Handout for more information on the application process and requirements.
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