Deputy Sheriff

Deputy Sheriff

Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular 
Pay Range: $82,148.00 - 116,645.00
Location: Castle Rock, CO
Elected Office / Department: SHERIFF
Job Number: req3197
Closing Date: 6/6/2026

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 either the Detentions Division or Patrol Division.

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 and/or military police experience:

• Starting salary: $82,148 (Tier 1)
• Maximum salary: $116,645 (Tier 6)

Lateral applicants may receive salary credit for the following experience:

• 1 year of credit per year as a certified peace officer with another law enforcement agency
• ½ year of credit per year as a non-certified Deputy Sheriff and/or Military Police Officer

For details on salary, benefits and retirement, CLICK HERE

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 but are not limited to:

• Patrol Douglas County to prevent and detect crime
• Respond to calls for service, including accidents and emergencies
• Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports
• Gather and preserve evidence
• Secure and process crime scenes
• Serve warrants, subpoenas, and civil processes
• Arrest suspects and testify in court
• Maintain public order and safety

Deputy Sheriffs in the Detentions Division are responsible for protecting the public and providing institutional safety of adult offenders in the Douglas County Jail. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepare a variety of reports, records, affidavits, and logs as required to maintain office activities
• Transport, book and process prisoners
• Supervise jail and provide security for courts
• Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports
• Gather and preserve evidence
• Secure and process crime scenes
• Arrest suspects and testify in court
• Maintain public order and safety

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:

• Legal knowledge: Apply laws, make arrests, conduct searches, preserve evidence
• Physical readiness: Run, climb, lift, and safely operate vehicles and handle firearms
• Communication: Write detailed reports and interact professionally with the public
• Emotional resilience: Handle high-stress situations with professionalism and empathy
• Teamwork: Maintain effective relationships with colleagues and the community
• Technology: Use Windows-based systems and law enforcement software

For a detailed job description, CLICK HERE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident who is lawfully present in the United States pursuant to Federal Law and § 24-76.5-103, C.R.S.
• Must possess a current Basic Colorado POST Certification or currently attending a Colorado POST recognized basic academy with a scheduled graduation date. Provisional Colorado POST Certifications are NOT accepted at this time.
• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Colorado driver’s license
• Ability to pass various qualifying exams and a pre-employment background investigation
• Ability to pass polygraph, psychological, and medical exams
• Ability to perform under stress and perform physical tests consistent with law enforcement requirements to include running, climbing barriers, jumping over, or climbing under or through obstacles and performing strenuous physical activity.
• Ability to pass a physical obstacle course within 96 seconds. For a description of the obstacle course, contact the Hiring Unit at (303) 660-7530.
• Must be physically and mentally able to work rotating shifts, including day shift, swing shift, and night shift. Shift work also includes working weekends and holidays.
• Have no convictions for felonies or disqualifying misdemeanors

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.

*By order of the Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff assignments are determined by the operational needs of the office and are subject to change at any time. Divisional assignments are not guaranteed, and all applicants must be prepared and willing to work any shift, in either Detentions or Patrol.*

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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.