Deputy Sheriff

Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is now hiring motivated and service-minded individuals to join its team as Deputy Sheriffs. If you are looking for a rewarding career dedicated to protecting your community, upholding the law, and making a difference in the lives of Berkeley County residents, this opportunity may be right for you. Whether you are beginning your law enforcement career or bring prior policing experience, Berkeley County offers competitive pay, professional training, advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve with pride in one of West Virginia's growing communities.

Deputy Sheriff

Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Martinsburg, WV
Department: Sheriff's Office

If selected to move forward in the hiring process, applicants will be contacted via email and will be required to submit the requested documentation, including the Applicant's Statement.

Salary

• $57,466 with no prior experience
• $59,187 upon graduation from the West Virginia State Police Academy
• Up to $67,668 for pre-certified officers (based on years of service)

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Be at least 18 years of age (per West Virginia Code)
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be in excellent physical health, maintaining appropriate weight in proportion to height
• Successfully pass all Civil Service Commission examinations
• Successfully complete a physical agility test administered by the Civil Service Commission
• Submit additional evaluations throughout the hiring process, including psychological and polygraph examinations
• Meet all fitness standards required for police academy admission
• Successfully pass a medical examination prior to employment
• Attend and complete all required training programs
• Be willing to accept a variety of assignments, including but not limited to K-9 Deputy, Court Security Officer, School Resource Officer, and other duties assigned by the Sheriff of Berkeley County

Additional Benefits

Deputies may be eligible for a take-home vehicle if they reside within a 25-mile radius of the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office, subject to the discretion and approval of the Sheriff.

Testing Information

• Physical Agility Test: Saturday, September 26, 2026
• Written Examination: Saturday, September 26, 2026

Serve Your Community

As a Deputy Sheriff with Berkeley County, you will play a vital role in protecting residents, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, maintaining public safety, and building positive relationships throughout the community. This position offers a challenging and rewarding career for individuals committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Berkeley County Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. The County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary/Compensation: $57,466 - $67,668 per year