The Hiring Process
The Garfield County Sheriff’s Office is committed to maintaining and fostering an excellent team. As such, we expect a high level of personal character, outstanding professionalism, and unwavering integrity from our employees.
The Garfield County Sheriff’s hiring process is broken down into six steps. Please know that we strive to have a stream-lined process.
Step 1: Application
The first step of the application process is to complete and submit an application. You can find the application here. The application is available on our website, or you can obtain a paper copy at the Sheriff’s Office.
Step 2: Testing
When your application is complete and accepted, you will be invited to the testing process. The test is a written test comprised of writing skills, grammar, basic math, and reading comprehension. We use the Police Officer Selection Test (P.O.S.T.). We recommend studying for this test.
Step 3: Ride-Along or Informational Jail Tour
You will be scheduled for a ride-along or a jail tour depending on the position you have applied for. This is your opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the agency and the what we do.
Step 4: CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analysis)
You will be scheduled for a CVSA to assess integrity and truthfulness.
Step 5: Oral Board
Upon completion of the CVSA, you may be invited to an oral board interview. This is a formal interview with the Sheriff and his command staff.
Upon successful completion of the oral board, you may be extended a conditional job offer which indicates that our agency is interested in hiring you, pending the outcome of your psychological evaluation and background investigation.
Step 6: Psychological Evaluation & Background Investigation
You will be scheduled for a psychological evaluation. Following this, an extensive background investigation will begin. Please note that this can take 6-8 weeks.
Step 7: Formal Offer and Field Training
Congratulations! You have made it through the testing process and have been extended a formal job offer. The next step is to start the field training process and start your career with the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office!
Ride Along With a Deputy
Ride along with a Garfield County Patrol Deputy or shadow a Detentions Deputy and get a sense of what we do. This is a great opportunity to learn about the area, the agency, and about Law Enforcement. Fill out the form below and someone will be in touch with you shortly!