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Sheriff deputy careers
Interested in a career as a deputy sheriff in King County? Find out more about entry-level and lateral positions.
King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) offers countless unique assignments that range from school or community-based positions to drug enforcement and bomb disposal.
Applying to become a KCSO deputy sheriff is your first step towards an exciting and rewarding law enforcement career serving your community.
Deputy sheriff entry-level
We are currently hiring as positions open up. Entry-level applicants who have not worked in law enforcement before will first need to create an account through Public Safety Testing. Then you will need to complete the testing process. This can take 2 to 4 months depending on several factors:
- Applicant availability
- Testing and interview schedules
- Available vacancies
The 2023 salary range for deputies is from $85,248.59 to $119,372.24, with a hiring incentive pay of $7,500.
If you have any questions, please email our recruiter at kcso.recruiter@kingcounty.gov.
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Deputy sheriff lateral
We are currently hiring as positions open up. Lateral applicants can apply through King County Civil Service.
The testing process can take anywhere from 2 to 4 months, and is often quicker for lateral applicants.
The 2023 salary range for deputies is from $85,248.59 to $119,372.24, with a hiring incentive pay of $15,000.
If you have any questions, please email our recruiter at kcso.recruiter@kingcounty.gov.