Human Resources

Human Resources Division

The Human Resources Division has a very comprehensive hiring process.

The minimum age for hiring is 20 and preferred applicants possess at minimum a High School Diploma/ GED/HiSET. All applicants must undergo a thorough review of past job history, character assessment and a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check. Candidates for custody positions are additionally tested for Adult Basic English and written skills.

Job advancement is predicated upon proven ability and past performance. These hiring and promotional standards are coupled with annual performance assessments for all employees thereby ensuring a professional and motivated workforce that is well equipped to meet the goals and mission of the Department.

Once hired, all employees can expect to participate in regular and effective trainings covering a range of general topics (CPR, Suicide Prevention) and those more specifically tailored to their areas of responsibility (Searches and Contraband, Inmate Rights, Harm Reduction).
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We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits and college tuition incentives.

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.