Patrol Deputy

Shelby County Sheriff's Office; Shelby, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Sheriff's Office is seeking Patrol Deputy recruits to begin their career through the Training Academy. Entry requirements include a high school diploma and willingness to serve the community. The Salary Schedule shows hourly wages from $25.02 to $38.19, monthly from $4,336.80 to $6,619.60, and annual pay from $52,041.60 to $79,435.20.

Class begins Q1 2027 with an open posting through December 31, 2026. Applications run January 12 to October 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required to apply.
• Age 21+ may apply as per posting.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Sheriff Deputy Recruits go through vigorous enforcement training as part of their curricula at the Training Academy. They are trained in many types of situations they may encounter as a sheriff’s deputy.

Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is looking for people just like you to answer the call to start your career as a Patrol Deputy. If you have a high school diploma and our community is your calling,

SALARY SCHEDULE

TIME IN SERVICE

Entry Level

After 1 Year

After 2 Years

After 3 Years

HOURLY

$25.02

$30.74

$34.31

$38.19

MONTHLY

$4,336.80

$5,328.26

$5,947.06

$6,619.60

ANNUAL

$52,041.60

$63,939.20

$71,364.80

$79,435.20

Age 21+ can apply

YOUR PATH TO THE BADGE

CLASS BEGINS:

Q1 2027

Applications for this class:

January 12 - October 4, 2026

Job posting remains active through December 31, 2026

The 2026-2027 Hiring Timeline

A clear view of the major processing dates for the November 2 Patrol Deputy Class.

Ready to Answer the Call?

Human Resources: [phone] Schedule subject to change.