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King County Sheriff's Office
Salary and hiring-process research
Published salary research
- Published 2026 entry-deputy range
- $95,908.80–$134,284.80 / year
The continuous entry posting publishes the full classification range, not a confirmed academy rate or guaranteed starting step. Excluded from recruit-rate sorting.
King County: entry-level deputy posting (checked October 3, 2026) ↗Hiring process
- PST written exam, PAT and personal-history statement
- Complete county application
- Oral board
- Background investigation, polygraph, medical and psychological assessments
- Entry-level eligible register
The continuous entry posting requires a 70% or higher written score and a PAT completed within 30 days of application. Lateral and exceptional-entry applicants use separate routes.
King County: entry-level deputy posting (checked October 3, 2026) ↗Physical testing
Entry PAT: 20 push-ups / 90 sec, 25 sit-ups / 90 sec, 35 squat thrusts / 3 min.
King County: deputy hiring process ↗Benefits and incentives
Employer-paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and dependents; LEOFF 2, deferred compensation and conditional take-home vehicle access.
King County: 2026 salary and benefits ↗Incentives: confirm current availability
Official lateral posting rechecked October 3, 2026: Washington laterals may qualify for $40,000. The same posting separately describes a $25,000 lateral incentive paid as $10,000 on the first paycheck and $15,000 after probation, with a three-year commitment. It does not clearly map every term to each applicant group, so confirm the applicable program with recruiting; neither offer is entry-level pay.
King County: lateral deputy posting (checked October 3, 2026) ↗Requirements and lateral entry
This profile does not yet establish a complete current eligibility checklist or lateral-entry policy. Age, education, citizenship or work authorization, license requirements and disqualifiers must be confirmed in the current announcement for the position you seek. Missing research does not mean a requirement is waived.
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kcsorec@kingcounty.govKing County: entry-level deputy posting (checked October 3, 2026) ↗Preparation focus
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Frequently asked questions
What salary information is available for King County Sheriff's Office?
Published 2026 entry-deputy range: $95,908.80–$134,284.80 / year. The continuous entry posting publishes the full classification range, not a confirmed academy rate or guaranteed starting step. Excluded from recruit-rate sorting.
What hiring process does King County Sheriff's Office describe?
PST written exam, PAT and personal-history statement. Complete county application. Oral board. Background investigation, polygraph, medical and psychological assessments. Entry-level eligible register. The continuous entry posting requires a 70% or higher written score and a PAT completed within 30 days of application. Lateral and exceptional-entry applicants use separate routes.
What physical testing information is available for King County Sheriff's Office?
Entry PAT: 20 push-ups / 90 sec, 25 sit-ups / 90 sec, 35 squat thrusts / 3 min.
What benefits information is available for King County Sheriff's Office?
Employer-paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and dependents; LEOFF 2, deferred compensation and conditional take-home vehicle access.
Does King County Sheriff's Office offer hiring incentives?
Official lateral posting rechecked October 3, 2026: Washington laterals may qualify for $40,000. The same posting separately describes a $25,000 lateral incentive paid as $10,000 on the first paycheck and $15,000 after probation, with a three-year commitment. It does not clearly map every term to each applicant group, so confirm the applicable program with recruiting; neither offer is entry-level pay.
Is King County Sheriff's Office accepting applications now?
This profile does not establish whether applications are currently open or closed. Research was last reviewed 2026-09-09; confirm current vacancies and deadlines with the employer using the official sources above.