Qualifications for entry-level deputies

You need to be a lawful permanent resident or citizen of the United States at the time of application;
You must have the ability to read, speak, and write the English language fluently;
You must be at least 20 years of age at the time of application; age 21 on the date of hire;
You must have a Washington State driver's license, or be able to obtain one by the date of hire;
You must have a high school degree or GED;
You must meet KCSO medical standards, as determined by a medical exam following an offer of employment; and
You must be able to pass the background investigation. (We have provided a short self-screening background questionnaire that will help us determine whether you meet some basic background qualifications. This is attached to Deputy Sheriff Job Application and must be filled out as a part of the application package.)
See list of disqualifying behaviors at left, click 'disqualifiers'

Experience as a full time commissioned police officer with at least 12 months of active patrol;
Successful completion of probation as a commissioned officer with a city, county or state police or sheriff's department;
Less than a two-year break in service from a former police officer position; and
Academy training that meets or exceeds the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center's standards.

Am I able to speak clearly and listen to others well? Can I write a report with grammatically correct English?
Do I read and comprehend well to learn the laws and procedures of law enforcement in the academy?
Do I have a good memory to recall what I've learned and what I've witnessed in incidents?
Am I able to follow maps and find my way around?
Do I have excellent physical fitness?
Do I have basic computer skills?