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The Hancock County Sheriff's Office in Greenfield, Indiana has opened the 2026 Merit Deputy hiring process.
To participate in the process, candidates must apply through www.PublicSafetyApp.com no later than October 23, 2026.
The process will compile a list of candidates for current and future Merit Deputy positions. The department offers competitive pay, great benefits, up-to-date equipment, quality training, a state-of-the-art facility, and is a growing county filled with a supportive community.
The salary matrix starts at $72,284 with annual increases, plus any rank or specialty pay.
The first step of the process will be Physical Agility Testing and Written Test on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. Those who pass will be invited to a formal application, structured oral interview (by officers), a comprehensive background check, and merit board interview. Candidates offered employment will also be required to pass physical and psychological screening.
Minimum requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED
At least 21 years old
Current Valid Driver’s License
Clean Criminal Record
Dates:
Our hiring process consists of several steps. Applicants will be expected to participate in all steps of the process, assuming they pass the requirements of the previous step. Below is a list of important dates for the process. There will be no make-up or alternate dates for any step of the process, unless the Hancock County Sheriff's Office is required to make changes due to inclement weather or other circumstances. If any dates or times change, applicants will be notified as soon as possible.
*Physical Agility and Written Test - Saturday, October 31, 2026
*Oral Interview - November 16 &/or 17, 2026 (You will only be required to be present one of these dates)
*Merit Board Interview - Date To Be Determined, End of November or Start of December
Please direct questions regarding this position to robert.harris@hancockin.gov
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Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
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