Deputy Sheriff, Patrol (Entry Level)

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.

• 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 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?

• Review the automatic disqualifiers before applying.
• Apply online at www.kcgov.us .
• Be truthful and thorough in all application materials.
• Contact our recruiting team any time with questions: KCSOrecruit@kcgov.us
• For a full job description and to apply, visit our careers page or call for more information.