Interested in becoming a Deputy Sheriff, Court Security Officer or Clerk at the Laurel County Sheriff's Office? This page has all the information you need to know.

Employment

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Below are the minimum requirements necessary for employment at the Laurel County Sheriff's Office.

Deputy Sheriff - Court Security Officer - Clerk
1- Citizen of the United States
2- Minimum of 21 years of age  (18 years of age for Clerk)
3- High School Graduate or GED
4- Valid Operators License
5- Absence of a Felony
6- Has not received a Dishonorable Discharge or General Discharge under other than         Honorable Conditions

In addition to the above requirements, Deputy Sheriff and Court Security Officer positions must also meet the requirements set forth by Kentucky Legislature and the Kentucky Law Enforcement Counsel by completing Phase I and Phase II testing of the hiring process. Click here for more information about testing.

Deputy Sheriff standards are set by Kentucky Legislature in KRS 15.382 click here to view
Court Security standards are set by Kentucky Legislature in KRS 15.3971 click here to view

Laurel County Sheriff's Office accepts applications for employment on a continual basis in order to fill both current and future positions. You may drop off your application at the Office during regular business hours. Applications will be retained for 1 year from the date of submission.