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Manistee County Sheriff’s Office: Deputy Sheriff/Employed Recruit Closing Date: March 4, 2025

Opening Date: 09/04/2024
Closing Date: 03/04/2025


Contact: Undersheriff Jason Torrey

The Manistee County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Road Patrol Deputy Sheriff.  Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

JOB DUTIES:

Road Patrol Deputies perform police functions throughout the county to enhance safety, protect life, and protect property of the citizens.  Deputies enforce criminal and traffic laws, perform duties related to court functions, and assist the general public with civil matters.

EMPLOYED RECRUIT APPLICANTS:

Applicants interested in being an employed recruit do not need MCOLES certification. Employed recruits will be sponsored by our office through a law enforcement academy and will receive pay and benefits during the academy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 18 years of age.
  • Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
  • High School graduate, or equivalent.

WAGES: New hire wage

BENEFITS:

  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • MERS Hybrid Pension Plan
  • Additional wage benefits: shift premium, educational stipend, EMT/FTO premium
  • Paid holidays

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit an application and resume with cover letter to Undersheriff Jason Torrey at the Manistee County Sheriff’s Office, 1525 E. Parkdale Avenue Manistee, MI 49660.  Applications are available at the Sheriff’s Office Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm or from the Sheriff’s Office website at https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/ under the Forms heading.

Manistee County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.