The Union County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff. This is a full-time position consisting of 40 hours or more per week. Starting pay is $26.50 per hour and up depending on experience. Applications are available at the Union County Sheriff’s Office, 100 West Main Street, Morganfield, Kentucky 42437.

Applicants must: 

• Be 21 years of age or older
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Have a background of being a law abiding citizen/not convicted of a felony
• Not be prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm
• Provide a copy of certified state birth certificate 
• Provide a copy of DOCJT police officer certification/out of state certification will be accepted pending reciprocity
• Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle
• If prior military, a copy of separation from service/DD214 must be included
• Be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays

Sheriff Deputies are provided a take-home vehicle (mileage exceptions apply) along with all safety/protective equipment. Deputy Sheriff’s must be willing to be away from home to continue an additional 40-hour DOCJT training annually.

The Union County Fiscal Court (Union County Sheriff’s Office) is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

Accepting applications for lateral deputies does not mean that we currently have a vacancy. The County is under no obligation to hire if we do have a vacancy or to process applicants.