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 that, 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.
Personnel are hired in a fair manner based on qualifications, and competitive testing without discrimination based on sex, race, religion, age, disability, or ancestry. 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.
Current available positions:
- Patrol Division
PATROL DEPUTY LATERAL AND ENTRY-LEVEL ONE-DAY TESTING EVENT
One-Day Entry-Level Patrol Deputy Hiring Event – This will be the last one day hiring event before the June Academy.
Complete and Submit the Online Employment Application by Wednesday, April 3, 2024 @ 3 P.M. and download the required PFT paperwork.
The Sheriff’s Office will conduct a One-Day Entry Level Patrol Deputy Sheriff Hiring Event on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 5:00P.M. Applicants are to arrive at 4:30 P.M. for pre-registration.
Physical Fitness/Handgun Familiarization Testing will begin promptly at 5:00 P.M.
No late entries will be permitted.
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, which begins directly afterward.
The Release of Liability and Physician’s Certification MUST be completed and submitted on the testing date, April 10, 2024. 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 time of testing.
Appropriate attire for this event is:
Physical Fitness, Written Tests, and Oral Board Interview – Athletic Attire
All testing and interviews will be conducted at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, 500 Western Maryland Parkway, Hagerstown, MD. 21740.
The Physician’s Certificate can be found at the top of the employment page.
PATROL DEPUTY
Entry-level: $58,094
Lateral: $61,048
$10,000 sign-on bonus.
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 applications.
- A competitive wage and benefit package is offered.
- 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.
- 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.
- Judicial Division
Court Security Deputy – NO OPENINGS
Patrol/Judiciary -1 (1) – Annual Salary- $51,376
JOB OBJECTIVES:
The primary objective of the Court Security Deputy is to provide safety/security/movement for all inmates in the Circuit Court of Washington County.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
Characteristics of the duties of a Court Security Deputy include safety/security/movement of inmates in the Circuit Court of Washington County and any other duties as assigned by higher authority.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND 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.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
The Sheriff reserves the right to amend or deviate from this job description if, in his opinion, it is in the best interest of the Sheriff’s Office.
- Any duties as assigned by higher authority
- Provide for the safety and security of inmates while in the Circuit Court of Washington
- Maintain proper reports/records/logs relating to inmate
- Escorting inmates to and from various locations in the Circuit Court of Washington
- Searching inmates for contraband/weapons.
- Ensure security of the Courthouse building (working metal detectors)
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Certified as a correctional officer in the State of Maryland
- Working knowledge of personal computers and various Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal communication
- Excellent written communications skills; e., correct grammar, spelling, and sentence structure.
- High School Graduate or E.D.
- Minimum of 21 years of age at time of graduation from entrance level academy or time of hire.
- To achieve necessary scores in competitive testing, (written, physical, 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 to 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.
- Must be Firearms qualified or complete Firearms certification through MCTC
NECESSARY SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work independently with minimal
- Ability to utilize personal
- Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain
- Ability to successfully complete assigned training (entry-level, in-service and any other training required).
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation including (but not limited to) a physical examination, drug screening and a polygraph or other truth verification
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 the 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. Ability to stand and walk for periods of time while maintaining an alert mental condition.
Application found at bottom of this page.
Judicial Deputy – NO OPENINGS
Entry-level: $58,094
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
Correctional Deputy
Entry-level: $51,376
Lateral: $53,976
$10,000 sign-on bonus.
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
- 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 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.
- If you have questions about Correctional Officer positions, call: 240-313-2124.
- Patrol Civilian Positions/Law Enforcement Cadet
Law Enforcement Cadet – NOW HIRING!
Accepting applications until March 22, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
Entry-level: $28,829.00
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is 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 $28,829.00, with a competitive benefits package
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 to prepare for and anticipate 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 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.
- Applicants must be a citizen of the United States at the 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 accepting applications for the Cadet positions.
- 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 the Cadet position, call 240-313-2193
Those persons interested in applying for the Non-Law Enforcement position should submit their application by clicking on the Employment Application tab below.
Employment Application - Civilian Detention Center Staff Openings
NO CURRENT OPENINGS
Employment Application – Detention