Deputy Recruit - Launch Your Law Enforcement Career

Oakland County Sheriff's Office; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland County Sheriff's Office in Michigan seeks motivated individuals to start a career as a Deputy Recruit, with sponsorship to attend the Police Academy. You will learn laws, procedures, and the skills needed to protect life and property while serving the community.

This entry-level role offers structured training, mentorship, and a clear path for advancement within a respected agency. Eligibility includes U.S. citizenship, MCOLES-aligned testing, and eventual Police Academy completion.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must successfully complete and have valid Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) Police Academy Pre-Enrollment Test Results (Physical Fitness Testing and Reading/Writing Testing).
• Applicants who do not possess proof of completion of the standards above at the time of application must provide proof of completion to the Sheriff’s Office by the date of interview.
• Must successfully complete the Police Academy as a sponsored/in-service Sheriff’s Office Deputy Recruit, being placed into the next available Police Academy upon hire; OR
• Must be accepted and awaiting start date of a Police Academy training or its equivalent (as required by MCOLES); OR
• Must be currently attending a Police Academy training or its equivalent (as required by MCOLES.)
• NOTE: Must be eligible to be MCOLES licensed and hired as a Deputy II upon successful completion of the Police Academy.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
• Have no prior felony convictions. Misdemeanor convictions will be reviewed on a case- by-case basis to determine qualifying status. Domestic violence convictions are basis for automatically disqualifying.
• Have at least corrected 20/20 vision in each eye, have normal color vision and depth perception in both eyes, per Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
• Have normal corrected hearing in each ear, per Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete Police Academy training
• Learn and apply laws, policies, and procedures related to law enforcement duties
• Develop skills in crime prevention, public safety, and peacekeeping
• Assist in protecting life and property within the community
• Learn to render aid in emergency situations
• Prepare clear and accurate reports
• Learn to issue citations and make criminal arrests in accordance with the law
• Use Countywide and department-specific software to complete assignments and documentation

Skills

US citizenship

MCOLES eligibility

Police Academy enrollment

Background investigation

Valid driver's license

Job description

Oakland County Sheriff's Office in Michigan seeks motivated individuals to start a career as a Deputy Recruit, with sponsorship to attend the Police Academy. You will learn laws, procedures, and the skills needed to protect life and property while serving the community.

This entry-level role offers structured training, mentorship, and a clear path for advancement within a respected agency. Eligibility includes U.S. citizenship, MCOLES-aligned testing, and eventual Police Academy completion.