Current available positions:

• Patrol Division

  CONTINUALLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PATROL DEPUTY POSITION

  Entry-level: $52,000

  Lateral: $54,633

  $5,000 sign-on bonus with a signed 3-year contract. $2,500 after the first 3 months of employment and the additional $2, 500 after 1 year of employment.

  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

  1. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is in the process of accepting Patrol Deputy applications.
  2. A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
  3. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains a policy in reference to a professional appearance. Body piercings, tattooing, branding and mutilation are included in this policy. Policy clarification should be directed to the appropriate contact listed below.
  4. 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 accepting applications for the position of Patrol Deputy. Please contact Training Coordinator, Gary Mariotti at 240-313-2193 for more information.

   

  Employment Application
• Judicial Division

  Entry-level: $52,000

  $5,000 sign-on bonus with a signed 3-year contract. $2,500 after the first 3 months of employment and the additional $2, 500 after 1 year of employment.

  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.

  Employment Application
• Detention Division

  Entry-level: $46,000

  $5,000 sign-on bonus with a signed 3-year contract. $2,500 after the first 3 months of employment and the additional $2, 500 after 1 year of employment.

  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

  There are no events scheduled at this time.

  Application Information

  1. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is in the process of accepting  Correctional Officer applications.
  2. A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
  3. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains a policy in reference to a professional appearance. Body piercings, tattooing, branding, and mutilation are included in this policy. Policy clarification should be directed to the appropriate contact listed below.
  4. If you have questions about Correctional Officer positions call: 240-313-2124.

  Employment Application – Detention
• Law Enforcement Cadet

  APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED FOR A JULY 1, 2022 HIRE DATE. 

  Entry-level: $26,707

  The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is currently 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 $26,707 with a competitive benefits package

  Questions in reference to this position should be directed to Gary Mariotti, Training Coordinator, 240-313-2193.

  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

  1. High School Graduate or G.E.D.
  2. Minimum of 18 years of age and no older than 20 years of age.
  3. To achieve necessary scores in competitive testing, (written, psychological, and oral interview testing).
  4. 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.
  5. Complete post-job offers physical and psychological examination by a licensed physician and psychologist with no disqualifying factors. Must be in good physical condition with weight commensurate to height and body build.
  6. Applicants must be a citizen of the United States at the time of appointment.
  7. 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

  1. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the Cadet position for a July 1, 2022 hire date.
  2. A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
  3. 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.
  4. If you have questions about the 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.

  Employment Application
• Civilian Positions / Senior Office Associate Judicial

   

  JOB TITLE:		Senior Office Associate Judicial		GRADE:		(8) Annual Salary 35,506.00
  DEPARTMENT:		Sheriff’s Office		FLSA STATUS:	Non-Exempt
  REPORTS TO:	Captain of Judicial		LOCATION:				Patrol Division

  GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

  To accomplish assigned duties in a competent, efficient manner that will enhance the division’s ability to complete its assigned mission. This includes various office setting responsibilities to include typing , filing, operation of office equipment and contacts with the public.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

  These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

  The Sheriff reserves the right to amend or deviate from this job description if, in his opinion, it is in the best interests of the Sheriff’s Office.

  • Processing and recording all summonses and subpoenas received from District and Circuit Courts, out of county and out of state.
  • Assigning legal documents to deputies for service and recording service, recalls or nonets papers. Receiving and updating information concerning legal documents forwarded to the Department of Social Services, (new addresses, dates/times for attempts, ect.)
  • Maintains system of accountability of all summons activity on computer system.
  • Keeps daily court schedules of sentencing, modifications, and juvenile hearings.
  • Types arrest reports for deputies after service of criminal summonses.
  • Distributes mail and other departmental paperwork to Courts and various other agencies.
  • Maintain radio communications as necessary with judicial deputies.
  • Types memos and other correspondence for the Lieutenant and other personnel.
  • On occasion, relieves deputies on Courthouse security details.
  • On occasion, searches females that are sentenced to the Detention Center when a female deputy is not available.
  • Complies bi-weekly activity and leave reports.
  • Responds to public inquires received in person and by phone.
  • Maintains system of accountability for checks coming into the office.

   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to type a minimum of 25 words per minute.
  • Possession of a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
  • Ability to complete any training required by the Sheriff’s Office.
  • Ability to use a variety of office machines, i.e. copier, fax, personal computer, telephone etc.
  • Ability to work with sensitive/confidential information and ability to maintain confidentiality of such information.
  • Ability to establish and maintain basic filing systems.
  • Ability to develop a working knowledge of personal computers.
  • Ability to learn county street locations and numbering systems.
  • Knowledge of court procedures in the county.
  • Knowledge of Civil Process procedures.
  • Ability to deal with citizens diplomatically.
  • Ability to maintain an accurate records system.
  • Ability to complete related tasks as assigned by higher authority.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to read at 12^th grade level.

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching and handling, pushing and pulling.

  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Possession of a valid driver’s license
  • Minimum age of 18 at time of hire.
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation including (but not limited to) a physical examination, drug screening and a polygraph or other truth verification examination.

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

  Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States and willing to provide unexpired USCIS Form I-9 employment eligibility verification documentation upon request.

  Internal Candidates are required to use an Internal Application (including resume) when applying.

   Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals requiring special accommodations or assistance are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350, Voice or TDD (D/HH use 711) M/F/H/V

  DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS WITH HUMAN RESOURCES:

  Wednesday, May 11th, 2022 @ 4:00pm

   

   

   

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