Washington County Sheriff's Office
Employment Opportunities




The Sheriff's Office has the following vacancies:
(click the name for the job description)

GIS/Crime Analyst, 36731.10/yr.
Property, Planning, Fleet Management and Grants Coordinator, 34010.55/yr.
Training and Accreditation Manager, 31490.55/yr.
Sexual Offender Registrar, 29158.5/yr.

Applications must be returned to the Sheriff's Office on or before July 11, 2008, 4:00 PM.

Please scroll down or select from the following employment information:

Patrol Division
Judicial Services
Detention Center
Benefits
How to Apply
Advantages of working at the Sheriff's Office
Minimum Requirements for Law Enforcement Positions (Patrol and Judicial Divisions)
Minimum Requirements for Correctional Deputy Positions
Sheriff's Office Job Descriptions
Physical Fitness Test/Handgun Familiarization Test
Washington County Government employment vacancies

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/H/V.



The Office of Sheriff for Washington County has inherited a proud heritage which, unlike other law enforcement agencies, receives its mandate from the Maryland Constitution. The Office of Sheriff is constitutionally responsible for the preservation of order, care and confinement of persons committed to the Detention Center, security for the courts and service of all legal papers.

In order for the Sheriff to meet his mandates, his employees must possess superior skills, integrity and knowledge. If you are looking for a fast-paced, rewarding career in a rural, but fast growing area, we invite you to complete an employment application for one of the following positions.



PATROL DIVISION

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Entry level: $37,030

The Patrol Division is the law enforcement arm of the Sheriff's Office. Patrol Deputies enforce all criminal and traffic laws in Washington County. They patrol an area of 458 square miles containing 875 miles of county roads and 774 miles of state roads.

Some specialized assignments available are:

  • Special Response Team
  • Canine
  • Honor Guard
  • Hostage Negotiation
  • Warrant Unit
  • Narcotics Task Force
  • Community Relations
  • Criminal Investigation Unit
  • Training Instructor

    • The Sheriff's Office offers employment testing for Patrol Deputy in the fall and spring of each year.

    The application cut-off dates are October 1 for the fall session and April 1 for the spring session.

    Testing is conducted to establish an eligibility list for future hiring needs and the eligibility list will be valid until the next testing session.

    If you are not hired by the next testing session, you must submit a new application.

    The Physical Fitness Test/Handgun Familiarization Test can be viewed by clicking this link.

    JUDICIAL DIVISION

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    Entry level: $37,030

    The Judicial Division's primary responsibilities are to provide security for the Circuit Court Judges, trials and Circuit Court grounds, serve all legal papers issued by the District and Circuit Courts and prisoner transports.

    Judicial Deputies are Maryland certified police officers and perform law enforcement duties as may be necessary.



    DETENTION DIVISION

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    Entry level: $32,310

    The Detention Division's primary responsibility is the care and confinement of persons committed to the Washington County Detention Center.

    Detention Deputies have no police authority and are responsible for managing the inmate population in all facets of daily activities including, controlling inmate movement, monitoring recreation, visiting privileges, performing searches and assisting inmates in solving problems.

    Some specialized assignments available are:

  • Transportation Unit
  • Intake Office
  • Home Detention Program
  • Work Release Program



    EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

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    Patrol and Detention Deputies are paid an extra day's pay for each County Holiday (currently ten per year), and are eligible for shift differential (depending upon when the shift begins).

    Patrol and Detention Deputies work varying shifts and are assigned varying days off. The Patrol and Detention Divisions operate on a 24 hour a day, 365 days a year basis.

    Patrol and Judicial Deputies are eligible for contractual overtime assignments, as available.

    The Sheriff's Office also employs records clerks, secretaries, Detention Center cooks, facilities maintenance personnel, classification counselors, and police communications operators. The rate of pay depends on the position for which you are applying.

    Some non-sworn positions operate on a 24 hour a day, 365 days a year basis.

    The Washington County Government offers a benefits package which includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision benefits, paid holidays/sick leave/vacation. The retirement benefits include retirement at age 50 or with 25 years of service for sworn employees and retirement at age 60 or with 30 years of service for non-sworn employees. For further information on the Washington County Government benefits package, call the Washington County Department of Human Resources at 240-313-2350.

    The Washington County Government participates in a deferred compensation program and employees are eligible for membership in the State Employees Credit Union.

    The benefits listed above may be changed at any time at the discretion of the Board of County Commissioners for Washington County, Maryland






    OBTAINING AN APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

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    There are several ways to obtain an application:

  • 1. In person at the Sheriff's Office Monday through Friday (except County holidays), 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • 2. Print a .pdf application
  • 3. To obtain a detention center application, questions about Detention Center employment, or to request special accommodation, call 240-313-2124 or email Sgt. T. Shank.
  • 4. To obtain a patrol division application, questions about Patrol Division employment, or to request special accommodation, call 240-313-2193 or email Sgt. R. Willis.

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    ADVANTAGES OF EMPLOYMENT WITH WASHINGTON COUNTY

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    The Washington County Government offers a salary/benefits package comparable with the surrounding area businesses/governments. Washington County offers employment in a mostly rural setting with a lower cost of living than most areas of Maryland. For more information on the Washington County area, click one the following links.

    Maryland Memories

    Hagerstown, Maryland

    Washington County, Maryland

    The Washington County Government is a participant in the Maryland House Keys for Employees Program. This program assists employees with settlement costs of a new home. For further information, click here or call our Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350.






    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT POSITIONS (Patrol and Judicial Divisions)
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  • Minimum age of 21 at time of appointment or at time of graduation from entrance level training. (COMAR 12.04.01.04A)

  • U. S. citizenship and ability to furnish required documentation verifying citizenship. (COMAR 12.04.01.04B)

  • Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. issued or recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education. (COMAR 12.04.01 .04C)

  • Possess a valid driver's license. (COMAR 12.04.01.04H)

  • Possess good moral character and reputation, be emotionally stable and display the necessary behavior to perform the duties of a police officer. (COMAR 12.04.01.05A(1)a-c)

  • No felony convictions. (COMAR 12.04.01.05B(4))

  • No misdemeanor convictions for which a sentence of 1 or more years of incarceration could have been imposed. (COMAR 12.04.01.05B(4))

  • Ability to pass Maryland Police Training Commission drug use standards. (COMAR 12.04.01.19)

  • Eyesight correctable to 20/20 in both eyes.

  • Ability to read, write and speak the English language in a clear, effective manner using proper pronunciation, diction and grammar.

  • Ability to pass pre-employment competitive testing, including but not limited to written, physical and oral examinations.

  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, including but not limited to a truth verification test.

  • Ability to pass post-employment offer testing, including but not limited to medical, agility, drug and psychological testing.

  • To view the Physical Fitness and Handgun Familiarizations Tests, Click Here.



    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR CORRECTIONAL DEPUTY POSITIONS
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  • Twenty one years of age

  • Good physical condition with weight commensurate to height

  • 20/50 vision in both eyes correctable to 20/20

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Possession of a current valid driver's license

  • No previous felony convictions

  • Good oral and written communications skills

  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

  • Ability to work effectively under stressful and hazardous conditions



    Contact Information

    Emergency Dial 911


    Patrol Assistance 301-791-3020
    Sheriff's Office Main Number 240-313-2100
    Patrol Division Fax 240-313-2197
    Judicial Division 240-313-2530
    Judicial Division Fax 240-313-2531
    Administration Fax 240-313-2105
    Detention Center Fax 240-313-2152

    Email



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