The Ulster County Sheriff's Office is a progressive, technologically advanced and accredited law enforcement agency committed to meet the needs of the area's 182,000 residents and visitors, and to support other law enforcement agencies.
Our agency provides a variety of services to the public through organized divisions and units which include: Law Enforcement, Correctional. Civil, and Security. In addition, we provide specialized support services which include navigation patrol of the Hudson River, In-Water Rescue, School Resource Officer, ATV support, U.R.G.E.N.T. Drug and Gang Task Force, Domestic Violence Task Force and more. We employ a proud and diverse workforce of over 225 men and women who provide solid, proven service to our community.
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION
Becoming a member of our team begins with you applying to take a civil service examination. There are two basic examination categories for uniformed positions in the Ulster County Sheriff's Office:
- Corrections Officer
- Deputy Sheriff Police Officer (Criminal Division)
The examination includes a written test administered by the Ulster County Personnel Department. Candidates who pass and score high enough are then subject to a physical examination and a physical agility test, and a thorough background investigation.
For a current listing of Civil Service Examination opportunities click here.
We Offer:
- Competitive salaries
- Excellent benefits
- Career advancement
- 20-Year Deputy Sheriff Retirement Plan
- 25-Year Correction Officer Plan
- In-service training
- Rewarding work
- Vacation pay
- Military leaves
- Maternity leave
- Specialized assignments
- Equal Opportunities
- Advanced Technology
- Uniform Allowance
Advancement Opportunities include:
Corporal, Detective, Sergeant, First Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Warden
Minimum Qualifications for:
Assignments may include:
- K-9 Unit
- Navigation Unit
- In-Water Rescue Team (SCUBA)
- Ulster County Emergency Response Team (U.C.E.R.T.)
- Detective Unit
- Transportation Unit
- Training Unit
- SERT Unit
- Security Services Unit
How to apply?
Visit the website of the Ulster County Personnel Department and download an application form.