What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patrol Deputy position at Whiteside County Sheriff's Office?
**YOU MUST SUBMIT A SHERIFF'S OFFICE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IN ADDITION TO YOUR RESUME IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.**
WHITESIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S MERIT COMMISSION
is accepting applications for
Patrol Deputy Eligibility List
Applications Due by Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
Testing will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Starting pay is $27.31 per hour with benefits
Additional compensation available for Lateral Transfers
Applications must have or pass the following requirements:
Must be 21 years of age
High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate required.
Valid Driver’s License
Must have at least 20/50 without glasses or corrected to 20/20
If offered the position, you must pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.
Education, expertise, and skills will be considered in
screening the applicant for testing
Written test with credit for military service (provide DD214 form)
The top test scores will be given an oral interview.
Applications may be picked up at the Whiteside County Law Enforcement Center,
400 N. Cherry St., Morrison, Illinois, or printed from the county website
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
**YOU MUST SUBMIT A SHERIFF'S OFFICE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IN ADDITION TO YOUR RESUME IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.**
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $27