Deputy Sheriff - Patrol

Deputy Sheriff - Patrol

Employment Type : 0 - Full-time Regular

Pay Range : $82,148.00 - 112,700.00

Location : Castle Rock, CO

Elected Office / Department : SHERIFF

Job Number : req2847

Closing Date : 12 / 31 / 2025

Thank you for your interest in joining the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. We are currently accepting applications for Colorado POST Certified Deputy Sheriffs in our Patrol Division . While prior patrol experience is preferred , it is NOT required .

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is committed to public safety, strong community partnerships, and the well-being of its staff. We continuously advance our training standards and invest in modern equipment to ensure we deliver the highest level of service to our community. We are dedicated to holding offenders accountable while working tirelessly to make Douglas County a safe and welcoming place to live, work, and visit. We expect our staff to demonstrate unwavering professionalism and courage in every interaction, reflecting our core values in service to the public.

Salary & Benefits :

We offer a tiered salary structure based on relevant law enforcement or military police experience :

• Starting salary : $82,148 (Tier 1)
• Maximum lateral salary : $112,700 (Tier 6)

Lateral applicants may receive credit for the following experience :

Job Summary :

Deputy Sheriffs in the Patrol Division are responsible for protecting life, property, and public safety by enforcing laws and responding to emergencies. Duties include :

Required Equipment :

Deputy Sheriffs are required to supply their own duty handgun and limited personal equipment (undershirts, duty boots, flashlight) prior to being sworn in. Ask for specific equipment requirements before making purchases.

Essential Skills & Responsibilities :

Minimum Qualifications :

Disqualifications :

Applicants who have any disqualifying factors listed HERE will not be considered for employment at this time.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and serve Douglas County with Honor, Service and Valor.

In the event of an emergency / disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected / Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.

In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Douglas County Sheriff's Office will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance / graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Douglas County Sheriff's Office can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance / graduation from an educational institution on those requested / required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.