Deputy Sheriff

Lake County Sheriff's Merit Commission

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.lakecountyil.gov

Email:

• meritcommission@lakecountyil.gov

Application Deadline:

• NA

Salary:

• $40.74/hour

  Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

  We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program.

  Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Position Details

Lake County, Illinois, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community and make a meaningful impact on the region's development and welfare. Lake County's diverse population and array of initiatives provide employees with a rewarding environment to grow professionally while serving the public interest.

Working for the sheriff’s department can have a profound impact on individuals. The role involves upholding the law, ensuring public safety, and serving the community. Employees often find themselves at the forefront of maintaining order and protecting citizens, which can be both challenging and rewarding. The experience of working in law enforcement can shape one's sense of duty, integrity, and commitment to the well-being of society.

The general function of the position within the organization is to perform complex work related to the protection of life, persons, and property of the citizens of Lake County through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The position is under moderate supervision.  

The Lake County Sheriff's Office Merit Commission is accepting applications to form a Certified Eligibility List for current vacancies in the Sheriff’s Office. The certification will be valid for two (2) years.

Essential Functions:

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required:

NOTE: Applicants who have not been processed by the Merit Commission are eligible to reapply at any time.  Candidates who were notified by the Merit Commission that they are not being certified are eligible to reapply 2-two years from the date of interview or polygraph (whichever is later).

Supplemental Information:

Online written examination:

Qualified candidates must participate and successfully pass the online written test. Instructions will be sent via email to qualified candidates within 7 days of submitted application.

Upon completion of your exam, scores are reviewed and forwarded to Lake County's Merit Commission.  Candidates who attain a passing score on the exam must successfully complete an oral interview with the Merit Commission and subsequent polygraph.

Candidates who are certified by the Merit Commission will be required to complete a thorough background investigation.

To Apply:

If you have any questions, please email the Merit Commission:

meritcommission@lakecountyil.gov

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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