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Deputy Sheriff

City of Philadelphia
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Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs 

All applications will be accepted from 10/20/2025 to 12/28/2025. 

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here. 

 

What we offer 

  • Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.  
  • Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?  
  • Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. 
  • Benefits - We care about your well-being. 

 

General Job Description: This is certified level protection work for sworn officers in both Civil and Criminal enforcement within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Employees in this class are responsible for transporting prisoners from State, County, City and courthouse institutions to courts providing protection for courthouse, judicial staff, and public safety for all judicial facilities, and maintaining custody of prisoners during legal proceedings. Positions in this class perform both criminal and civil enforcement, serve legal documents and enforce laws as outlined in C.S. Title 18, C.S. Title 75 and Title 231. This work involves regular exposure to unpredictable conditions and physical effort is frequently required. Work is performed under the close supervision of a higher-level deputy sheriff.

 

The Requirements are as follows: 

1. EDUCATION: Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

2. One of the following valid at any time during the past 3 years:

Current Deputy Sheriff Training Act II-114 certification, OR Deputy Sheriff Training Act II-114 certification that was valid at any time during the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class, OR completion of the Deputy Sheriff’s Training Act II-114 training under Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, through Deputy Sheriffs' Education and Training Program within the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class Current certification

OR

Current Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 certification, OR MPOETC Act 120 certification that was valid at any time during the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class,  OR completion of the  Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 training within the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class.

OR

Current certification as a Pennsylvania State Trooper, OR Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Law Enforcement Officer Certification that was valid at any time during the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class, OR completion of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Law Enforcement Training within the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class.

ALL DOCUMENTATION OF CERTIFICATION REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION


NOTE: Employees must complete all certification and re-certification training required by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, through Deputy Sheriffs' Education and Training Program.

 

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Qadira Moore.  You can contact Qadira at Qadira.Moore@Phila.gov

The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  Learn more at  https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service 

If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phila.gov