Deputy Sheriff Promotional Lieutenant/Captain
State of West Virginia
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Posted: October 11, 2007 (6671 days ago)
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Deputy Sheriff Entry Level A
State of West Virginia
Various Departments
Job Description
Summary
This entry-level position is for aspiring deputy sheriffs in West Virginia, where candidates must first apply directly through a local county commission or sheriff's office rather than online.
Once selected, applicants undergo a civil service testing process managed by the state, including registration for exams via CourseMill.
It's ideal for motivated individuals interested in law enforcement who are willing to follow local hiring procedures and meet physical and background standards typical for sheriff roles.
Key Requirements
- Apply directly to a county commission or sheriff's office before state registration
- Pass a civil service exam scheduled by the county, accessed via CourseMill
- Meet county-specific hiring procedures and passing score criteria
- Contact county clerk for special accommodations if needed
- Be eligible for law enforcement roles, including background checks and physical fitness
- Reside or be willing to work in a specific West Virginia county
Full Job Description
Deputy Sheriff Entry Level A is only available to those who have applied with a county commission or sheriff's office. Therefore, DO NOT apply online for Deputy Sheriff Entry Level A unless you have applied with a county commission or sheriff's office.
Applicants will be registered in CourseMill once DOP receives the official list of names from the county. Applicants will be registered within 3-5 days of the scheduled test date, if you don't receive emails from CourseMill, please contact us.Please DO NOT access your test until your scheduled test date with the county in which you are testing, unless the county has approved otherwise.
Please mark the county in which you are interested and refer to the local Deputy Sheriff Civil Service Commission or local County Clerk's Office for hiring procedures.
Please do not call about scores; the county decides on the passing score.
Special Accommodations: Please contact the county clerk to make arrangements.
Deputy Sheriff series is not in the classified service.
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