Hiring

In order to meet the requirements to join the police force, you must pass a physical examination. The purpose of the physical agility examination is to assure the department that the applicant has sufficient endurance, strength and agility to perform physical tasks similar to those that could be required of a Deputy Sheriff daily. The physical agility test consists of the following five events:

1. Obstacle Course: Run a 100 yard obstacle course consisting of several turns and physical obstacles. This is a timed course and must be completed within the time allotted.
2. Body Drag: Lift and drag 150 pounds for a specified distance.
3. Climbing Obstacle: Climb a six foot fence followed by a 50 yard run. This must be completed for both chain link and solid fences.
4. Timed Run - Run 400 meters (one lap around a track) within the allotted time.

The test is scored on a "total points" basis. All applicants must accumulate enough points to meet the minimum passing score.

The applicant will be interviewed to determine his/her qualifications. If successful, the applicant will be given a Personal History Statement (PHS) packet to complete.

The applicant will be called for an interview with their assigned background investigator. During this step, the applicant will also be fingerprinted and submit an autobiography. Please note that references and background details will be thoroughly vetted to ensure compliance with State laws.

A polygraph examination will be administered to verify information obtained during the background interview.

The background investigation will include checks of current and former employment, criminal records, financial history, education and military records, as well as interviews with family members, neighbors, supervisors, co-workers and friends.

The Department interview will be conducted by a member of the Sheriff’s Executive Staff and either the Commander or Lieutenant of Employee Resources Department. The panel will evaluate candidates to assess their interpersonal skills, oral communication skills and qualifications for the position. If successful, the candidate may be given a conditional job offer.

The medical evaluation is thorough and it is essential that you be in excellent health with no conditions which would restrict your ability to safely do law enforcement work.

The psychological evaluation consists of an individual written questionnaire and oral interview by a psychologist on factors related to successful performance in the difficult and stressful job in which you applied for.