Exceptional Entry Level Deputy Sheriff

King County Sheriff's Office; Washington; On-site; USD 63,369 - 88,166; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance for you and dependอ

Dental & Vision coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

King County Sheriff's Office in Washington invites exceptional entry level deputies. The department seeks candidates who will begin their careers on patrol and work with diverse communities across King County and contract city agencies. A BLEA qualification within one year of application or limited policing experience is acceptable.

This fast-track program includes an individualized training plan. The agency emphasizes leadership, integrity, service, and teamwork and offers a comprehensive

Qualifications

• You must be a United States citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or deferred action childhood arrival (DACA) recipient.
• You must be able 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.
• You must have a high school degree or a GED.
• Complete Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) within 1 year of application or have fewer than 12 months of experience as a full-time commissioned officer.
• You must meet background standards as listed in Civil Service Rules 10.14.
• Out-of-state applicants must be certified as a law enforcement officer and meet WAC requirements; 80-hour equivalency academy on hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol a designated area of the county and respond to calls for service.
• Interview victims and witnesses, secure and gather evidence.
• Complete administrative tasks such as incident and arrest reports.
• Investigate family disputes and maltreatment of children.
• Respond to calls involving individuals with social or behavioral challenges.
• Be a resource to the community and participate in community activities.
• Testify in court and present facts and observations clearly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Problem solving

De-escalation

Integrity

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Diversity respect

Conflict management

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLEA completion within 1 year

Job description

Salary: $46.11 - $64.56 Hourly

Location: Multiple locations in King County, WA

Job Type: Full Time, 40 hrs/week

Job Number: 2025MA25491

Department: KCSO - Sheriff's Office

Division: Patrol Operations

Opening Date: 10/01/2025

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: Q1 : KCPOG-Sheriff

Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Job Summary

Join the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) as an Exceptional Entry Level Deputy! KCSO Exceptional Entry Deputies will have graduated from a Basic Law Enforcement Academy that meets or exceeds the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center's standards (720 hours) within one (1) year of application or have fewer than 12 months of experience as a full-time commissioned police officer within one (1) year of application.

No PST testing required! This opportunity will provide candidates who qualify with an expedited onboarding experience.

To ensure success as a KCSO Deputy, the KCSO's Training Unit will review candidate experience and develop an individualized training program for our Exceptional Entry hires.

The KCSO’s mission is to be a trusted partner in fighting crime and improving the quality of life for our residents and guests. Deputies serve many different communities, including unincorporated King County, 13 contract city police departments, and transit police agencies.

Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, with a commissioned staff of more than 700, we are among the largest sheriff's departments in the country. We are seeking individuals who share our values: Leadership, Integrity, Service and Teamwork!

Job Duties

All deputies begin their career 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 of 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.

Basic Requirements and Qualifications

• 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.
• You must have a high school degree or a GED.
• Verify that you do not meet any of the KCSO Automatic Disqualifying Behavior requirements.
• In addition to minimum qualifications, candidates for Exceptional Entry Deputy must have successfully completed the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) within one (1) year of application or have fewer than 12-months of experience as a full-time commissioned police officer within one (1) year of application. Federal law enforcement certification (FLETC) is not accepted at this time.
• 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.
• If living outside of Washington state, you must be certified as a law enforcement officer and meet the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission WAC requirements. Out-of-state Exceptional Entry Deputies will be required to complete an 80-hour equivalency academy upon hire.
• Documentation or certifications may be requested by HR personnel for verification purposes.

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 inter-personal relations with the public and business community.
• Ability to follow maps well and familiarize self in 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.

Benefits

The King County Sheriff's Office offers competitive wages and a generous benefits package that includes fully-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents. We also provide fully paid premiums for basic life insurance, a generous vacation and sick leave program, and membership in Washington State's LEOFF retirement plan.

More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: http://www.kingcounty.gov/employees/benefits/YourKingCountyBenefits.aspx

EEO Statement

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.