Deputy Sheriff (Entry Level)
Baltimore County
Posted: August 19, 2025 (149 days ago)
Added to FreshGovJobs: December 5, 2025 (41 days ago)
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Baltimore County
SHERIFF
Location
Towson, Maryland, 21204
Salary
From $35
per hour
Type
Closes
This part-time role supports sheriff operations in Baltimore County's courts by handling security, interacting with the public and officials, and performing some administrative tasks like screening visitors and maintaining peace in the courthouse.
It's designed exclusively for retired sworn police or sheriff employees who want to continue contributing in a non-sworn capacity without full benefits.
A good fit would be someone with prior law enforcement experience who is reliable, good with people, and comfortable in a court environment.
THIS JOB POSTING IS FOR RETIRED SWORN POLICE AND SHERIFF EMPLOYEES ONLY!
Regular Schedule: 20 hours per week, A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Sheriff's Office.Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.**THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BALTIMORE COUNTY GOVERNMENT BENEFITSA list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
CURRENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES OCCURRING IN ANY OFFICE OR DEPARTMENT OF BALTIMORE COUNTY GENERAL GOVERNMENT MAY BE FILLED FROM THE LIST OF ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
You MUST meet the following requirements before you can be hired in the above classification:
1. Must be a retired sworn Police, Sheriff employee and/or have separated in good standing;2. Have at least two (2) years' experience as a Police Officer or Deputy Sheriff;3.
Must have current MPCTC certification or have been previously MPCTC certified,4. Have a high school diploma, GED, or an appropriate equivalent;5.
Be at least 21 years of age at the time you submit your application;6. Must be a citizen of the United States;7.
All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a background investigation and drug test.Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.
Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Requirements Under close supervision, performs a variety of investigative and regulatory functions, as well as some administrative duties in support of sheriff operations and related services.Interacts with the general public, state’s attorney’s office, assistant state’s attorney’s office personnel, court judges, court personnel, other jurisdiction uniformed/plain clothes and civilian staff.Operates radio, telephone and other communications devices.Provides security by screening and controlling access of persons entering the circuit court for baltimore county.Maintains peace and security of the courts, the courts building complex, and judicial employees.Answers general employment inquiries, consults and advises potential applicants.Examples of Other DutiesMaintains vehicles.
Participates in public relations duties by speaking to school, civic, and other groups regarding functions of the Sheriff's Office. May perform clerical duties.
Performs other related duties as required.(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class.
They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class.
Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or appropriate equivalent, PLUS be a former sworn police or sheriff office employee.Must have current MPCTC certification or have been previously MPCTC certified.Licenses and CertificationsPossession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.Must have current MPCTC certification or have been previously MPCTC certified.Proof of Licenses, Certifications and EducationFailure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.
Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.(www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Deputy Sheriff Assistant NON SWORNOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204jmaschal@baltimorecountymd.gov (Scan/email)410-887-3135 (Phone) You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.Physical RequirementsPersons appointed to this classification must be able to perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health and safety of themselves or others.Character RequirementsAll applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a background investigation and drug test.Citizenship RequirementsAll applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of application.EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.
Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Additional Information Employees work an average scheduled work week of 20 hours which may include Saturday, Sunday, holidays, evenings, and nights.Physical and Environmental ConditionsThe work of this classification may require frequent walking, standing, lifting, pulling, dragging and carrying of equipment and objects.
Some positions may require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and travel conditions.Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
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