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LICKING COUNTY

Deputy Sheriff

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $24.82–$29.67/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Newark, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/23/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.

$95,382 / year median in Ohio

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Position Description:

Deputies provide law enforcement services to the citizens of Licking County. Those services include but are not limited to: investigating criminal and non-criminal complaints, enforcing the laws of the State of Ohio, traffic crash investigation, traffic violation enforcement, serving court issued papers, arresting offenders, testifying in court and prepares reports.

Brief Description:

The Licking County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified candidates to build an eligibility list to fill current and future positions as Deputy Sheriffs.

Job Prerequisites:

Minimum Qualifications:

21 years of age, US citizen, valid Ohio driver's license, high school diploma or general equivalency diploma and an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Basic Peace Officer Training Academy certification. Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications): Upon hire, candidate must successfully complete the agency's Field Training Program.

Compensation:

Salary:

Based on current Labor Agreement $24.82/hour (starting salary) $29.67/hour (after two years of service)

About UFA:

Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Closing Date/Time:

Open Until Filled