Information for Applicants

Whether you are seeking a position as a sworn deputy sheriff or as a deputy jailer, the Richmond County Sheriff's Office offers excellence in training and opportunity.

In addition to being a part of an agency truly committed to making a difference in the community it serves, you'll find that the career opportunities we offer are gratifying, provide ample chances for advancement, and offer competitive salaries, and benefit packages.

If you think you are up for the challenge and want to be a part of our team we invite you to take a look at the positions we currently have available and consider joining one of Georgia's largest full service sheriff's office.

NOW HIRING DEPUTY JAILERS / DEPUTY SHERIFF (Operations)

Starting Salary Deputy Jailer $40,699,66
Starting Salary Deputy Sheriff (Operations) $43,597.75

To obtain an application please email your contact information to RCSORecruiter@augustaga.gov

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be at least 21 years of age
A citizen of the United States
Provide a copy of your Social Security Card, Birth Certificate and High School Diploma or its recognized equivalent
To apply for Deputy Sheriff Operations you must have a Georgia P.O.S.T. certification number
Not have been convicted of any felony or serious misdemeanors.
Not have been convicted of a domestic violence offense
Sign a written release to allow a search through databases to disclose any criminal record
Pass a Physical Fitness Assessment
Possess good moral character as determined by the applicant Screening Board and background investigation
Successfully pass a Polygraph examination
Pass a physical examination and drug screen by a licensed physician or surgeon, to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental conditions which might adversely affect his / her exercising the powers or duties of a Deputy Sheriff / Jailer.

If you have any questions please contact the Richmond County Sheriff's Office at RCSORecruiter@augustaga.gov

Application

All applications must be submitted online. or e-mail your contact information to RCSORecruiter@augustaga.gov and an application will be emailed to you.
Applications submitted online without the required documentation will not be considered.

Process

When vacancies occur:

Applications are reviewed for detail and experience
A criminal history and driver record check are completed
An interview is scheduled with our Applicant Screening Board
A polygraph examination is administered
The Internal Affairs Division will conduct a background investigation

Applicants successfully completing all phases of the employment process will be offered a position with the Richmond County Sheriff's Office. At this time, the applicant will be required to pass a physical examination and drug screen as scheduled and provided for by this agency.

Important Information

The hiring process takes time. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, you may not be contacted immediately. Every application that we receive is reviewed very carefully. If there is any reason for disqualification we will notify you. If there are no disqualifying factors, applications are placed in the active file. All applications remain active for a period of two (2) years.

We ask that you please do not call or come by the office to check on your application. We will contact you to schedule an interview.

We appreciate your interest in employment with our department, thank you for your patience and wish you every success.

Richmond County is an equal opportunity emplo