Join The King County Sheriff's Office
The King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) 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.
Entry Deputy cadets begin their career with a generous salary package and sponsorship to the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BELA). KCSO Deputy benefits include :
- 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents.
- Take-home car upon completion of training.
- Liberal accrual of compensation time.
For more information about medical benefits, please visit the Deputy Sheriff Benefits Group.
The hiring process includes :
Pass the GSI Law Enforcement written exam.Pass the physical ability test (PAT).Complete the personal history statement (PHS).Apply via governmentjobs.com - Applications must be complete, detailed, and current within 6-months. We do not need a cover letter or resume. We will not accept "please see resume" - PST scores must be available within 30 days from date of application.The PHS is required and will be evaluated at time of application.Candidates who meet all application requirements will be invited to self-schedule an oral board exam.Candidates who pass the oral board will advance to the background investigation.Candidates who pass the oral board will receive a link to complete the electronic statement of personal history (eSOPH) packet.A fully completed eSOPH must be submitted to move forward.A thorough background investigation is required, including a polygraph, medical, and psychological exam.Candidates who pass steps 1 - 4 will be placed on the Entry Deputy Eligible Register.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 include :
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.Pass with a 70% or above the GSI Law Enforcement Officer written exam with Public Safety Testing, as well as the physical testing within 30 days of applying.You must have a high school degree or a GED.You must not meet any of the KCSO automatic disqualifying behavior requirements.You must be able to meet all KCSO background standards as listed in section 10.14 of the Civil Service Rules.Incumbents will have demonstrated proficiency in the following 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.This position is represented by the King County Police Officer Guild (KCPOG). This position is eligible for overtime. Deputies are scheduled for day, swing, or graveyard shifts. Shifts are determined based on need and assigned location.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
