Deputy Sheriff

Agency Overview The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is in Louisville, Kentucky and serves as the largest Sheriff’s Office and fourth largest law enforcement agency in the state. Its approximately 250 sworn, 60 civilian and 75 volunteer Reserve Deputies perform its main duties of providing court security, serving court orders, and collecting property taxes. The members of JCSO also serve the community by supporting local charitable organizations and providing a positive presence that ensures the safety of residents of Jefferson County. Position Overview Deputies of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office are fully sworn POPS certified law enforcement professionals. Deputies in the Courts Division provide security for participants of Circuit and District Courts of Jefferson County. Deputies take custody of inmates while in the Courts and during transport throughout Kentucky. Deputies in the Operations Division also serve orders on behalf of the Courts such as EPOs, IPOs, Civil Process, Evictions, and auto vehicle inspections. Deputies at JCSO do not routinely take calls for service, but are fully certified to assist in any law enforcement capacity needed to ensure public safety. Minimum Requirements Must be POPS certified in the State of Kentucky, or reciprocity approved from states outside of Kentucky. Must be U.S. citizen Must have high school diploma or equivalent Must have honorable discharge from military, if applicable Must not have had peace officer status revoked in any state Must not be prohibited from carrying a firearm Must not have been convicted of a felony – misdemeanors are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. No use of illegal controlled substances in the last 6 years. Retirees are hired under a renewable one‑year contract in accordance with KRS 70.293. Salary / Benefits Certified hires are given up to 10 years credit towards pay and leave accrual. Pay rate includes KLEFPF and $1,000 annual uniform allowance. Retirees are not eligible for health benefits or a second pension per KRS 70.293. Employees participate in the Hazardous Duty retirement under CERS offered the KPPA. JCSO pays 100% medical premiums for single coverage, and 90% for other plan levels. Competitive plans for vision and dental. Optional deferred compensation and supplemental life insurance. Certified Experience: 3 years – Hourly Rate $30.42, Annual Rate $64,269.12, Eligible for Benefits Yes*; 5 years – Hourly Rate $32.18, Annual Rate $67,937.02, Eligible for Benefits Yes*; 10 years – Hourly Rate $34.55, Annual Rate $72,869.71, Eligible for Benefits Yes* Selection Process Background Investigation (Criminal history check, credit check, employment history, references) Sheriff Staff Interview Medical Examination / Drug Screening Fingerprinting Questions related to this position or its selection process can be sent to View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr