Deputy Sheriff August 2026 Academy - Denver Sheriff Department

About Our Job The Denver Sheriff Department (DSD) is seeking qualified applicants to join our August2026 Training Academy for the Deputy Sheriff position. Position Details Deputy Sheriffs work in detention facilities, courts, medical settings, and transportation operations. The role requires flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may involve reassignment based on operational needs. Training Requirements All successful applicants must complete a 16‑ to18‑week Recruit Training Academy covering: Physical fitness and defensive tactics Persons in Custody management Firearms training and emergency driving techniques Report writing and legal procedures Scenario‑based training Key Responsibilities Work a variety of shifts (nights, weekends, and holidays required) Lead, supervise, and interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds in sensitive situations Maintain custody, safety, and care of persons in custody across operational environments Conduct searches for contraband, inspect for maintenance and safety hazards, and monitor behavior and well‑being Transport persons in custody between detention centers, courts, medical facilities, and other locations Conduct intake and booking processes, review charges and court orders for proper classification and housing Inventory, receipt, and maintain accountability of inmate property and departmental equipment Calculate release dates, communicate custody policies, and prepare required documentation including bonds and census reports Respond to and investigate incidents, preserve scenes, maintain chain of custody for evidence, prepare reports, and provide testimony in court when necessary Meet certification standards in firearms and tactical weapons; participate in ongoing training and qualification Serve in specialized or administrative roles as needed (dispatch, civil service, training, recruitment, policy development, gang intelligence, vehicle impound operations) Exercise sound judgment in applying policies and procedures, escalating non‑routine issues through the appropriate chain of command Benefits Competitive salary up to$102,914 with a possible $3,000 signing bonus (subject to collective bargaining agreement) Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, life insurance, retirement plans Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave Shift differential Comprehensive pregnancy policy and paid parental leave 25% educational grants for DSD employees and families through Colorado Technical University (CTU) Tuition savings up to30% and CTU Fast Track degree acceleration Qualifications Minimum requirements: High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC) No prior experience required Applicant must be 21 years or older by start of academy and hold a valid driver’s license Must meet departmental physical fitness standards; keep licenses and certifications current Lateral Deputy Sheriff Requirements Currently employed by a law‑enforcement agency, or separated from a peace officer position within one year and have at least three years of experience No current internal affairs investigation pending in current agency No sustained discipline in the last three years Ability to perform essential functions of a deputy sheriff Hiring pay for laterals in2026 will be determined by years of relevant experience Equal Employment Opportunity The City and County of Denver provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real‑time captioning via CART, or disability‑related accommodations. To request these services at no cost, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with three business days’ notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr