Step into a career where every day matters and every detail counts. As a member of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office team, you’ll play a critical role in protecting our community - safeguarding inmates and staff inside the detention facility, ensuring order and security in our courts, and carrying out essential civil processes that uphold people’s rights. From managing inmate intake and welfare, to preserving crime scenes, to providing first aid and supporting court operations, this role offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment where professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment are valued and recognized. If you’re looking for a meaningful career in law enforcement where you can grow, serve, and represent Douglas County with dignity, we invite you to apply.
Candidates may be hired for either:
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Deputy Sheriff I: Entry-level with no/minimal prior law enforcement experience and training. $32.14 per hour. Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the position are outlined in this job posting.
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Deputy Sheriff II: Candidates who hold a current Nevada POST Category I Certificate (or a reciprocal certificate from another state). A certificate must be attached to this application for consideration. The job description and salary range for Deputy Sheriff II can be found here. Deputy Sheriff II minimum salary is $35.95; however, the salary is commensurate with the candidate's experience.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, physical handicap or any other legally protected status.
Congratulations on your first step towards joining the men and women of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. We pride ourselves on seeking the very best of applicants to protect and serve the residents and guests of Douglas County. We look forward to meeting you as you progress through the application process.
****************TESTING DATE: AUGUST 10, 2026*********************
Testing Information:
Completed applications will be screened for minimum qualifications. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to schedule their exam. The exam consists of a physical agility assessment., written general aptitude test, and an oral board interview process. The testing process is scheduled as an all-day event. Candidates passing the physical agility test will continue on to the written exam and oral board interview. Applicants must successfully complete each of the three phases to be eligible for employment.
Physical agility requirements:
The physical agility test will be held at the Douglas County High School football field.
The Peace Officer Standard Training Committee of Nevada POST has established the physical fitness requirements for graduation from the POST Academy.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has adopted similar physical fitness standards and all applicants seeking employment with the Douglas County Sheriff's Department must successfully complete the following physical fitness standards.
We have outlined the physical fitness requirements so that applicants can prepare in advance. These standards are the same for all applicants, regardless of age or gender.
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14 inch vertical jump
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30 sit-ups (60 seconds)
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23 push-ups (no time limit)
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300 meter run (68 seconds)
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Illinois Agility Run (19.5 seconds)
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1.5 mile run/walk (16:57)
Written Exam:
The written exam and oral board process will be held at the Law Enforcement Center 1038 Buckeye Rd. Minden, NV 89423.
An online Candidate Preparation Manual can be purchased for $7.50 and a Practice Test can be purchased for $17.50. The Preparation Manual includes detailed recommendations on important concepts, such as the most effective test-taking strategies and methods, specific information about CPS HR test forms, and what to expect on the day of the test administration. Also included is several practice questions covering each section of the test, along with helpful tools, such as a sample answer sheet and template test instructions for candidates to prepare before the day of the test. Here's the link to the preparation manual and practice test https://crc.cpshr.us/default.aspx?ID=Law207719 (please note the link and access to materials purchased is valid until 12/31/2026)
For lateral Deputy Sheriff II:
The written test will be waived for any applicant with a current Nevada
Category I POST Certificate. The written test may also be waived for applicants with a
valid and current Category I POST Certificate from any state with recognized reciprocity. Please attach your POST Certificate to your application. *****
Application may not qualify if required valid and current POST Certificate is not attached*****.
You will be contacted and scheduled for the physical agility after the application review process is complete. After passing the physical exam you will be notified of the oral interview.
All applicants will be subject to an extensive, in-depth background investigation to determine the applicant's suitability for Peace Officer status. Once an applicant has successfully completed each phase of the testing and a conditional offer of employment has been extended, the applicant will be required to complete and pass a polygraph examination, a psychological examination, a medical examination by a licensed physician of the County's choice. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these tests.
Please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at (775) 782-9860 if you have any questions.
Future testing dates:
September 9, 2026
Primary Objectives
Performs intermediate work performing a variety of public safety and law enforcement services in patrol, detention, court services, or civil process assignments; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned.
This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
Supervision Exercised
None
