Every year the Washington County Sheriff’s Office recognizes employees who go above and beyond regarding their professionalism, work ethic, and contributions to the Sheriff’s Office, making Washington County a safer community.

This year’s Patrol Deputy of the Year is  Master Deputy Christopher Everitts. Master Deputy Everitts is a leader on his shift and within the Agency. He is involved in numerous essential aspects of the Sheriff’s Office, including training new and seasoned deputies. Master Deputy Everitts is an excellent representative of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

 

This year’s Patrol Supervisor of the Year is Sergeant Howard Ward. SGT Ward is the supervisor of the Digital Forensic Unit and an active member of the Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard. SGT Ward consistently volunteers to assist other units within the Sheriff’s Office. In 2022, when a cyber security incident impacted the Sheriff’s Office, SGT Ward worked tirelessly to assist in returning the agency operations to normal. SGT Ward prioritized the continued operations of the Agency above his own duties.

 

Corporal Kyle Snodderly is recognized for having the highest number of criminal arrests and having written the highest number of citations for the Agency.

Deputy First Class David Carr is recognized for having the highest number of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests for the Agency.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is proud of the hard work and dedication these Patrol Deputies have shown. Congratulations, keep up the great work!

One-Day Entry-Level Patrol Deputy Hiring Event

Complete and Submit the Online Employment Application by Wednesday,

July 12, 2023, @ 3 PM, and download the required PFT paperwork.

The Sheriff’s Office will conduct a One-Day Entry Level Patrol Deputy Sheriff Hiring Event on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 8:00 A.M. Applicants are to arrive at 7:30 A.M. for pre-registration. Physical Fitness/Handgun Familiarization Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 A.M. No late entries will be permitted.

PREREGISTER NOW FOR TESTING: recruit@washco-md.net

All testing and interviews will be conducted at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, 500 Western Maryland Parkway, Hagerstown, MD. 21740.

Applicants who pass the PFT will continue with the Written Test. Applicants who pass the PFT and Written Test will continue to the Oral Board Interview beginning directly afterward.

The Release of Liability and Physician’s Certification MUST be completed and submitted on the testing date, July 15, 2023. The Physician’s Certification must be completed within 30 days of the Physical Fitness Test date to be considered valid. A valid government-issued photo identification is required at the time of testing.

Appropriate attire for this event is:

Written, Physical Fitness Test and Oral Board Interview – Athletic Attire

Applications and forms are on our website, www.washcosheriff.com, under the employment tab.

Currently Hiring Court Security Deputy

 Patrol/Judiciary -1 (1) – Annual Salary- $50,877

DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS: Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 @ 4:00 pm.

Look under the employment tab for more information.

Congratulations to Master Deputy Danny Taylor for being named the Detention Division Deputy of the Year, 2022.

Master Deputy Taylor has been employed with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, as a Correctional Deputy, for fifteen years. Master Deputy Taylor is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and capable Correctional Deputy that has proven to be a valuable asset to the Detention Division of the Sheriff’s Office.

Thank you, Master Deputy Taylor, for your hard work and dedication to Washington County. Congratulations!

 

MEDIA RELEASE: UPDATED INFORMATION

Darrin Anthony White, 25, of Hagerstown, has been charged in connection to the April 11, 2023 homicide in Funkstown, MD.

The victim has been identified as Erwin Bernard Redding, 39, of Hagerstown.

White turned himself in to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office without incident

White has been charged with 1^st Degree Murder, 2md Degree Murder, 1^st Degree Assault, 2^nd Degree Assault, Possession of a Handgun, Carrying/Concealed Handgun, Possession of a Handgun in Vehicle, Carrying/Concealed Handgun in Vehicle, Firearm use/Felony/Violent Crime, and Reckless Endangerment.

White is currently being held without bond at the Washington County Detention Center.

Anyone with additional information in reference to this case is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 240-313-2170.