TAYLOR COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT NOTICE OF CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION The Taylor County Deputy Sheriff’s Civil Service Commission will be conducting competitive examination testing for entry-level Deputy Sheriff position(s). The test will be given at the Taylor County Courthouse Annex 2 Building on 01-30-2026 at 6 PM. AGE: All applicants shall be at least 18 years of age. MILITARY/LAW ENFORCEMENT: Any Applicant seeking preference as a veteran or as a certified West Virginia police officer must submit proof of military service (Form DD-214), and or evidence of their current law enforcement certification on or before the time of the examination. EDUCATION: All applicants must have a High School education or a GED and provide documentation of their education. PAY: Is based on the division of the law enforcement branch of the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department for which the applicant is hired. There is a one-year probation period. VACATION AND SICK LEAVE: Annual vacation is based on months worked, and sick leave is granted by Chapter 7 of the WV State Code. Retirement: Deputy Sheriff’s Retirement will be provided. All applicants must pass an Agility Test & Pre-Employment Drug Testing. All applicants must present a medical clearance and a physician-signed release of liability before being admitted to the physical agility test. All applicants are subject to a background check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation. SALARY: The Minimum starting salary is $40,500 for an entry-level non-certified officer and $48,500 for a certified officer, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Sign-on bonus requires a 2-year commitment. Applications may be obtained from the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office. Applications must be received by the Sheriff’s Office no later than the close of business on 01/23/2026. The applications may be dropped off in person or mailed to 128 West Main St., Annex 2, Grafton, WV 26354. In addition, applicants interested in a Deputy Sheriff position must apply at www.personnel.wv.gov to register for testing. Click on the orange box “Click here to apply now.” Then, click on the orange box “Search Available Public Jobs.” Search Deputy Sheriff. Click on the job title. Click on the green APPLY button in the upper right-hand corner. Applicants will receive two emails from Course Mill. Please check your junk and spam folders. If you do not receive it, call the DOP at 304-414-0887. TAYLOR COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFF’S CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION John Whitescarver, President Tom Hart, Member David Efaw, Member Randy Durrett, Sheriff Jaron Freeman, Clerk
TAYLOR COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE
214 MAIN ST
GRAFTON
WV
26354
304-265-1401
ID: 1495183