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Come make a difference as a King County Sheriff's Office Deputy! Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, in Washington State, 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. With a commissioned staff of more than 770, we are among the largest sheriff's departments in the country. Our deputies have opportunities to serve in many different communities, including unincorporated King County, numerous contract city police departments, Metro, Sound Transit police agencies, and many more. We are seeking individuals who share our values: Leadership , Integrity, Service, and Teamwork!

BENEFITS

2025 pay: $44.33 - $ 62.08 hourly / $92,215 - $129,121 annually
Pay incentives range from 1% - 16% for longevity, education, assignment pay, and foreign language fluency
Fully paid premiums for medical/dental/vision for you and your dependents
Take home vehicle program up to 25 driving miles outside King County
KCSO provides all uniforms and required equipment
KCSO fully covers the cost for Basic Law Enforcement Academy training
The opportunity to work in a large, diverse county with 16 different contract cities.
Specialty units including TAC-30 (SWAT), negotiation team, major crime detectives, multiple K9 teams, air support unit, special assault detectives, marine and dive unit, emergency driving instructor, burglary detectives, explosive technicians, drone operation, firearm instructors, and more.

REQUIREMENTS:

You must be a United States citizen, a Lawful Permanent Resident, or a 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.

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, detailed, and current within 6 months. We do not need a cover letter or resume. We will not accept "please see resume."
PST scores must be available within 30 days of the date of application.
The PHS is required and will be evaluated at the 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 careers on patrol. Jail service is 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 for 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.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

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.
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 interpersonal relations with the public and business community.
Ability to follow maps well and familiarize oneself with an 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.