How to Apply
Thank you for inquiring about employment opportunities as a Deputy Sheriff with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. We offer both sworn (Deputy) and non-sworn (Civilian) positions. To gather information on our Civilian positions please visit Jobs in Monroe County and look for the employment opportunities under Civil Service. For more specifics for Deputy opportunities, please call the Sheriff’s Recruitment Office at (585) 753-4705/4706. The Recruitment Office is located in the Irving Place Building, 30 West Broad Street, Suite 106, Rochester, New York 14614.
The selection process takes about six to eight months, and begins with a written test. There is a non-refundable $25 testing fee.
Deputy Sheriff Jailor Check for openings
Deputy Sheriff Court Security Check for openings
Deputy Sheriff Civil Bureau Check for openings
Deputy Sheriff Road Patrol Check for openings
Civilian Positions Jobs in Monroe County
Monroe County Employment Application Webpage
Deputy Sheriff Requirements
Once you have successfully passed both the written examination and a physical agility test, you will undergo an intensive background investigation as well as psychological and medical reviews. Because we are committed to providing the highest quality deputies to the public, you will undergo a screening with a thorough background investigation. You must report any convictions on your record. If you have been convicted of a felony, you may not work for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or other violation, you may be barred from employment. You must cooperate truthfully and completely in all aspects of the investigation; falsified or omitted information may cause you to be disqualified.
Physical Fitness Testing
Your physical fitness will be evaluated to ensure that you are able to perform the duties of a deputy sheriff. Please be aware that an offer of employment is contingent upon the passing of all phases of the process.
Your physical fitness will be evaluated to ensure that you are able to perform the duties of a deputy sheriff. Please be aware that an offer of employment is contingent upon the passing of all phases of the process.
Download the Physical Agility RequirementsPDF
To review the complete New York State medical and fitness standards and procedures for police officers candidates, click here.
Minimum Qualifications for All Positions
All candidates must:
* Be a high school graduate or have GED diploma
* Be a United States citizen
* Possess a valid New York State Class "D" driver's license
* Meet physical and medical standards
* Have no felony convictions
Minimum Age Requirements
Age at time of appointment:
* Road Patrol (full and part-time) - 20
* Jailor
* Court Security
* Civil - 20
Additional Requirements
All four of the Sheriff’s Office Bureaus have separate testing processes. Check the Job Descriptions section for more information.
Monroe County Employment Application Webpage
For more information please contact the Sheriff’s Recruitment Office at 585-753-4705.
