Deputy Sheriff

Open until Filled.

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office is seeking applicants for Deputy Sheriff position. Individuals who currently possess a Law Enforcement Certification from the State of Nebraska or equivalent from another state are preferred, but not required. Non-certified applicants must meet all requirements to obtain entry into the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center, including the passing of the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education), the PRET (Physical Readiness Entrance Test) Psychological Examination and successfully complete the basic training curriculum at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center. Applicants must be U.S. citizens; 21 years of age; never convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor by a Court. Applicant must be in good physical condition and possess excellent moral character; possess a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or GED certificate. Salary is based upon experience and qualifications with a range of $55,000 to $81,000. Benefits include individual and family medical insurance, county matching 7.5% contribution to retirement, vision, dental, life insurance and long term disability. Saline County offers paid holidays, vacation and sick time. Deputies are expected to have a team attitude and perform all functions of a law enforcement officer. Deputies that live in Saline County will have a take home patrol car. Saline County is an equal opportunity employer. Interested persons that are qualified are encouraged to complete and return an application. Applications can be obtained by using the interactive application below or contacting the Saline County Sheriff’s Office at 402-821-2111. The Saline County Sheriff’s Office is located at 911 S. Main Street in Wilber, NE 68465. If you have any questions contact Capt. Rich Zimmerman at 402-821-2111 or e-mail rzimmerman@salinecountyne.gov. Applications can either be mailed to the address above or emailed to rzimmerman@salinecountyne.gov