Deputy Sheriff

Overview

Deputies in the patrol division have the responsibility to provide law enforcement services by handling calls and patrolling the unincorporated areas of Miami County. Deputies also provide the primary law enforcement duties through agreements and contacts to the Village of Bradford, Village of Pleasant Hill, Village of Laura, Village of Fletcher, Village of Casstown, Bethel Township, and the Miami County Park District.

Deputies can also be called upon to assist Sheriffs in other counties during emergencies.

• Patrol / Traffic Enforcement
• Detective Section
• Court Service /Inmate Transports
• School Resource Officer
• Special Response Team (Tactical)
• Crisis Negotiator
• Evidence Technician
• Park District Deputy/Bike patrol
• Crash Reconstruction
• K9 Deputy

Starting pay can range between $29.50 and $36.65 an hour depending on experience. Under the current contract, the top pay for a Deputy is $36.65 an hour.

A $5,000 Employment Grant is awarded at the time of appointment for those who are Ohio Peace Officer certified. The starting pay rate for lateral hires is commensurate with years of full-time service.

Upon completion of the initial application you will receive an email with further instructions on completing the application process and scheduling testing through National Testing Network, Inc. Upon completion of the entry-level exam, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the MCSO. Candidates who attain a passing score will be placed on the department's eligibility list. MCSO will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to continue to participate in other stages of the selection process.

The Miami County Board of Commissioners is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities that can be reasonably accommodated, or veteran status. The County complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. This policy prohibits discrimination or retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct or participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.