INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CORRECTIONS DEPUTY?
Corrections Deputy Recruits go through vigorous training as part of their curricula at the Training Academy. They are trained in many types of situations they may encounter as a corrections deputy in the Shelby County Jail. The basic recruit class consists of 12 weeks of training per session. Officers also go through a 40-hour In-Service refresher training annually.

HIRING PROCESS
1
Submit Your Application
2
Pass the Physical Agility Test
3
Pass the Written Exam
4
Interviews
5
Finalize Background Check
6
Medical Exams
7

Take Jail Tour
8
Psychological Written Test
9
Psychological Review
10
Job Offer Notification
Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is looking for people just like you to answer the call to start your career as a corrections deputy. If you have a high school diploma and our community is your calling, apply today!
SALARY SCHEDULE
TIME IN SERVICE
Entry Level
After 3 Years
After 5 Years
HOURLY
$20.97
$23.04
$26.79
MONTHLY
$3,634.52
$3,993.30
$4,643.24
ANNUAL
$43,614.24
$47,919.60
$55,718.88
$5,000 RETENTION INCENTIVE
College Incentive Available
Age 18+ can apply
