Deputy Sheriff

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Merited Deputy Sheriff. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a citizen of the United States
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid driver’s license upon which the applicant may legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Illinois.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony nor any other crime which would prevent the applicant from attending a certified academy for basic police training under the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILSC 705/1 et seq.) or which would prevent the applicant from legally possessing a firearm.

Applicants must successfully pass the following examinations

• Physical Fitness Test
• Written Test
• Oral Examination
• Background Investigation
• Psychological Assessment
• Medical Examination

APPLY HERE