The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is presently taking applications to establish an eligibility list for the position of Deputy Sheriff (Road Patrol), which currently one position exists and for two Deputy Sheriff (Jail) positions.   Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification is not required.

Job Description

A Deputy with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (Road Patrol) will perform all related duties of the patrol division, with a take home patrol vehicle.

A Deputy with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (Jail) will perform all related duties of the Jail division. This a great opportunity for those who wish to get started in law enforcement and obtain certification, with future opportunity to transfer to patrol division.

Minimum Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. Ability to meet, communicate, and work with general public effectively and to react calmly, quickly, and accurately in emergency is situations essential. Must successfully pass literacy, physical, background, and psychological exams, as well as a Basic Training Academy as provided or approved by Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center. Minimum age 21 years. Certified law enforcement officers; only those whose certificate is in good standing will be considered. Out of state certifications must meet the NLETC standards for certification.

Hiring Process

Lateral Transfer: Persons applying for a Lateral Transfer will have the status of the Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification verified. Only those whose certificate is in good standing will be considered. Out of state certifications must meet the NLETC standards for certification.

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an oral interview with the County Merit Commission. Those who complete a successful interview will be placed on an eligibility list which is valid for six (6) months. Those on the eligibility list will be considered for employment.

Uncertified Candidates: Following a review of all applications, qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the hiring process. Written and physical tests will be utilized to evaluate the qualifications and fitness levels of those selected, to be able to enter the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center. Applicants must achieve a passing score on all examination components, complete background paperwork, and have a successful Merit Commission interview in order to be placed on the eligibility list. The eligibility list is valid for up to six (6) months. Those on the eligibility list will be considered for employment.

Procedure for hiring a deputy sheriff http://www.madisonsheriffne.gov/procedure-for-hiring-a-deputy-sheriff/

Salary and Benefits

Starting probationary salary $50,897.00 per year with graduated increases for five years, to $62,400.00.

Posted salary negotiable based on certification, experience, and qualifications.

Madison County offers excellent benefits to include health, vision, and dental insurance options; paid sick, vacation, and holiday time; and a retirement plan.

Madison County is an EO/AA employer and qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. 

Applications must be received, or post marked no later than midnight May 1, 2023.

Written and Physical testing will begin at 9:00 AM May 13, 2023 and Merit Commission Interviews will take place on May 13, 2023 starting at 1:30. Please plan accordingly.

Applications may be filled out online (preferred) at http://www.madisonsheriffne.gov/application/

Written application forms may be downloaded from

http://www.madisonsheriffne.gov/wp-content/uploads/Madison_County_Sheriff_application_10312017.pdf

To request an application or for more information call 402-454-2110 ext. 152 or email mcso@madisonsheriffne.gov