The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/H/V.
The Office of Sheriff for Washington County has inherited a proud heritage which, unlike other law enforcement agencies, receives its mandate from the Maryland Constitution. The Office of Sheriff is constitutionally responsible for the preservation of order, care and confinement of persons committed to the Detention Center, security for the courts and service of all legal papers.
In order for the Sheriff to meet his mandates, his employees must possess superior skills, integrity and knowledge. If you are looking for a fast-paced, rewarding career in a rural, but fast growing area, we invite you to complete an employment application for one of the following positions.
Civilian Employment Openings
No Open Positions at this Time.
Patrol Division
Entry level: $44,179
The Patrol Division is the law enforcement arm of the Sheriff’s Office. Patrol Deputies enforce all criminal and traffic laws in Washington County. They patrol an area of 458 square miles containing 875 miles of county roads and 774 miles of state roads.
Some specialized assignments within the Patrol Division are:
- Special Response Team
- Canine
- Honor Guard
- Hostage Negotiation
- Warrant Unit
- Narcotics Task Force
- Community Relations
- Criminal Investigation Unit
- Training Instructor
Application Information
- The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is in the process of accepting Patrol Deputy applicants.
- A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
- The Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains a policy in reference to professional appearance. Body piercings, tattooing, branding and mutilation are included in this policy. Policy clarification should be directed to the appropriate contact listed below.
- If you have questions about Patrol Deputy positions call: 240-313-2193.
How to Apply for Law Enforcement positions:
The Sheriff’s Office is continually excepting applications for the position of Patrol Deputy. Please contact Training Coordinator, Mike Lowry, at 240-313-2193 for more information.
One-Day Applicant Processing Event.
At this time, a One-Day Applicant Processing Event has not been scheduled.
During the One-Day Processing event, applicants will take a Written Test. Applicants who pass the Written Test will continue with a Physical Fitness Test. Applicants who pass the Written Test and Physical Fitness Test will be scheduled for an Oral Board Interviews.
All testing and interviews will take place at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, 500 Western Maryland Parkway, Hagerstown, MD.
The Release of Liability and Physician’s Certification must be completed and submitted on the testing date. The Physician’s Certification must be completed within 30 days of the Physical Fitness Test date in order to be valid.
Pre-employment Packet (2 documents):
Law Enforcement Cadet
APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT CADET POSITION
Entry level: $25,463
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Law Enforcement Cadet position. This position is trainee level law enforcement work for individuals between the ages of 18 and 20. The starting salary is $25,463 with a competitive benefits package.
Applicants will take a Written Test and Physical Fitness Test on Saturday, April 11, 2020, starting at 8:00 A.M. The testing will take place at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Building located at 500 Western Maryland Parkway, Hagerstown, MD 21740. Applicants who pass the Written and Physical Fitness Tests will be scheduled for Oral Interviews at a later date.
Applicants MUST bring a completed pre-employment packet with them on April 11, 2020. Applicants who plan on attending the Processing Event MUST register their attendance with our Training Coordinator, Mike Lowry, by emailing mlowry@washco-md.net or calling 240-313-2193 no later than Saturday, April 4, 2020.
The pre-employment packet includes (1) Application for Employment, (2) Release of Liability, and (3) Physician’s Certification. The Physician’s Certification MUST be signed by a physician in order for the applicant to be eligible to participate in the process. The Physician’s Certification must be completed within 30 days of the physical fitness test in order to be considered valid. The pre-employment packet is located below.
Appropriate attire for the event is; athletic clothing for the Written Test and Physical Fitness Test, business attire for the Oral Interviews.
Questions in reference to this event should be directed to Mike Lowry, Training Coordinator, 240-313-2193.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PACKET FOR CADET
The Law Enforcement Cadet position is trainee level law enforcement work for individuals between the ages of 18 and 21. The Cadet will experience various duties and responsibilities performed by sworn personnel in preparation for and anticipation of the Cadet’s acceptance and entry into a Maryland accredited Law Enforcement Academy. A cadet who has reached the age of 21 is only eligible to serve in such a position until acceptance and entry into the next available law enforcement academy class. Employment will be terminated if the cadet cannot successfully enter and complete the academy.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Graduate or G.E.D.
- Minimum of 18 years of age and no older than 20 years of age.
- To achieve necessary scores in competitive testing, (written, psychological, and oral interview testing).
- Successful completion of agency background investigation, (to include polygraph/CVSA testing, physical fitness testing), with no disqualifying factors. Falsification of any portion of the application would be a disqualifying factor. Applicants must be of good moral character.
- Complete post job offer physical and psychological examination by a licensed physician and psychologist with no disqualifying factors. Must be in good physical condition with weight commensurate too height and body build.
- Applicants must be a citizen of the United States at time of appointment.
- Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to operate any class of vehicle necessary to perform the duties of the position.
Application Information
- The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is in the process of accepting applications for the Cadet position.
- A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
- The Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains a policy in reference to professional appearance. Body piercings, tattooing, branding and mutilation are included in this policy. Policy clarification should be directed to the appropriate contact listed below.
- If you have questions about Cadet position call: 240-313-2193
Those persons interested in applying for Non-Law enforcement and Correctional Deputy positions should make application by downloading and submitting the application under the Employment tab.
Judicial Division
Entry level: $44,179
The Judicial Division’s primary responsibilities are to provide security for the Circuit Court Judges, trials and Circuit Court grounds, serve all legal papers issued by the District and Circuit Courts and prisoner transports.
Judicial Deputies are Maryland certified police officers and perform law enforcement duties as may be necessary.
Detention Division
Entry level: $38,542
The Detention Division’s primary responsibility is the care and confinement of persons committed to the Washington County Detention Center.
Detention Deputies have no police authority and are responsible for managing the inmate population in all facets of daily activities including, controlling inmate movement, monitoring recreation, visiting privileges, performing searches and assisting inmates in solving problems.
Some specialized assignments within the Detention Division are:
- Transportation Unit
- Intake Office
- Home Detention Program
- Work Release Program
- Central Booking
- Inmate Services
- Inmate Classification
- Inmate Accounts
One-Day Hiring Event for Correctional Deputy Position Only
The Detention Division of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a 1 Day Hiring Event for the position of Correctional Officer on Saturday, January 25, 2020.
The event will start at 8:00 a.m. and be held on the grounds of the Detention Center at 500 Western Maryland Parkway, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
The 1 day event will encompass 3 stages of the hiring process into just 1 day. These stages include a physical agility test and a written examination.
If an applicant passes both of these stages, they will be then scheduled for an oral interview board later in the day. If an applicant fails any portion of the first 2 stages, they will not be interviewed and will be allowed to re-apply for employment at a later date.
If an applicant passes the oral board interview, they will be scheduled for a command staff interview at a later date. If they fail the first interview, they will be allowed to re-apply for employment after a period of 1 year.
Anyone with questions in reference to this event should contact Sgt. Steven McCoy at 240-313-2124.
All applicants must fill out an application for employment with the detention center for the position of correctional officer only.
The application can be downloaded by clicking the link below.
All applicants must have a certified physician sign a form stating that they are physically able to partake in the physical agility testing portion of the event. Applicants must also sign a liability waiver form. Both forms must be brought will the applicant on the day of the event or they will not be allowed to test.
Contact Sgt. McCoy to obtain all forms and information concerning this event.
Application Information
- The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is in the process of accepting Correctional Officer applications.
- A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
- The Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains a policy in reference to professional appearance. Body piercings, tattooing, branding and mutilation are included in this policy. Policy clarification should be directed to the appropriate contact listed below.
- If you have questions about Correctional Officer positions call: 240-313-2124.
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Employment Benefits
Patrol and Detention Deputies are paid an extra day’s pay for each County Holiday (currently twelve per year), and are eligible for shift differential (depending upon when the shift begins).
Patrol and Detention Deputies work varying shifts and are assigned varying days off. The Patrol and Detention Divisions operate on a 24 hour a day, 365 days a year basis.
Patrol and Judicial Deputies are eligible for contractual overtime assignments, as available.
The Sheriff’s Office also employs several civilian (non-law enforcement) personnel. These positions provide administrative, technical and specialized support. Examples of civilian positions are program coordinators, specialized technicians, records clerks, secretaries,
Detention Center cooks, classification counselors, vehicle mechanic, and facilities maintenance personnel. The rate of pay depends on the position for which you are applying.
Some non-sworn positions operate on a 24 hour a day, 365 days a year basis.
The Washington County Government offers a benefits package which includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision benefits, paid holidays/sick leave/vacation. The retirement benefits include retirement at age 50 or with 25 years of service for sworn employees and retirement at age 60 or with 30 years of service for non-sworn employees. For further information on the Washington County Government benefits package, call the Washington County Department of Human Resources at 240-313-2350.
The Washington County Government participates in a deferred compensation program and employees are eligible for membership in the State Employees Credit Union.
The benefits listed above may be changed at any time at the discretion of the Board of County Commissioners for Washington County, Maryland.
Advantages of Employment with Washington County
The Washington County Government offers a salary/benefits package comparable with the surrounding area businesses/governments. Washington County offers employment in a mostly rural setting with a lower cost of living than most areas of Maryland. For more information on the Washington County area, click one the following links.
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The Washington County Government is a participant in the Maryland House Keys for Employees Program. This program assists employees with settlement costs of a new home. Click here for further information, or call our Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350.
Minimum Requirements for Law Enforcement Positions (Patrol and Judicial Divisions)
- Minimum age of 21 at time of appointment or at time of graduation from entrance level training. (COMAR 12.04.01.04A)
- U. S. citizenship and ability to furnish required documentation verifying citizenship. (COMAR 12.04.01.04B)
- Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. issued or recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education. (COMAR 12.04.01 .04C)
- Possess a valid driver’s license. (COMAR 12.04.01.04H)
- Possess good moral character and reputation, be emotionally stable and display the necessary behavior to perform the duties of a police officer. (COMAR 12.04.01.05A(1)a-c)
- No felony convictions. (COMAR 12.04.01.05B(4))
- No misdemeanor convictions for which a sentence of 1 or more years of incarceration could have been imposed. (COMAR 12.04.01.05B(4))
- Ability to pass Maryland Police Training Commission drug use standards. (COMAR 12.04.01.19)
- Eyesight correctable to 20/20 in both eyes.
- Ability to read, write and speak the English language in a clear, effective manner using proper pronunciation, diction and grammar.
- Ability to pass pre-employment competitive testing, including but not limited to written, physical and oral examinations.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, including but not limited to a truth verification test.
- Ability to pass post-employment offer testing, including but not limited to medical, agility, drug and psychological testing.
- Ability to pass all phases of the Physical Fitness and Handgun Familiarizations Tests
- The Physical Fitness Test/Handgun Familiarization Test
Minimum Requirements for Correctional Deputy Positions
- Minimum age of 21 at time of appointment or at time of graduation from entrance level training. (COMAR 12.10.01.04A)
- U. S. citizenship and ability to furnish required documentation verifying citizenship. (COMAR 12.10.01.04B)
- Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. issued or recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education. (COMAR 12.10.01 .04C)
- Possess a valid driver’s license. (COMAR 12.10.01.04H)
- Possess good moral character and reputation, be emotionally stable and display the necessary behavior to perform the duties of a police officer. (COMAR 12.10.01.05A(1)a-c)
- No felony convictions. (COMAR 12.10.01.05B(4))
- No misdemeanor convictions for which a sentence of 1 or more years of incarceration could have been imposed. (COMAR 12.10.01.05B(4))
- Ability to pass Maryland Police Training Commission drug use standards. (COMAR 12.10.01.19)
- Eyesight correctable to 20/20 in both eyes.
- Ability to read, write and speak the English language in a clear, effective manner using proper pronunciation, diction and grammar.
- Ability to pass pre-employment competitive testing, including but not limited to written, physical and oral examinations.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, including but not limited to a truth verification test.
- Ability to pass post-employment offer testing, including but not limited to medical, agility, drug and psychological testing.
- Ability to pass all phases of the Physical Fitness test.