Deputy Sheriff, Patrol; Entry Level

Entry Patrol Deputies

Are you ready to start a new career? You must be able to attend testing on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. All those who successfully complete the written and physical agility tests will be invited to participate in an oral board interview the same day. To establish an eligibility list for a potential December 2026 hire, we are now accepting applications for Entry Patrol Deputies.

$31.39 per hour to start (includes.
50 shift differential)

Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI)

Free in-house medical clinic (primary care, prescriptions, labs & more)

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and extensive paid training

No need to travel for academy training. POST Basic Patrol Academy offered locally.

Why should you apply?

• Rewarding and meaningful work, providing a necessary service to your community
• No need to travel for academy training. POST Basic Patrol Academy offered locally.
• Ongoing paid educational and training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities
• Special teams opportunities: SWAT, K9, Dive Team, Range, Traffic Team, Back Country Patrol and more
• Take home cars upon the successful completion of the Field Training Program
• Kootenai County Sworn Officer Matrix

Do you qualify?

• Do you have at least a High School Diploma or GED? No college degree required.
• Do you have at least 24 months of work experience?
• Do you possess or have the ability to possess a driver's license and be insurable?
• Are you at least 21 years old?

How to apply?

• Review the automatic disqualifiers before applying.
• Apply online ov.us.
• Be truthful and thorough in all application materials.
• Contact our recruiting team any time with questions.
• For a full job description and  our careers page or call for more information.

Contact us: KCSO Recruiting Team

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Marcia Heglie, Personnel Administrator

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