The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Lateral Entry Sheriff's Deputy.

The successful applicant will perform the duties and responsibilities of a Sheriff's Deputy.

You must be a certified peace officer in the State of Illinois, or similar certification in another state. The Winnebago County Sheriff's Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   QUALIFICATIONS Must be a citizen of the United States Must be certified as a peace officer  Must be at least 21 years of age Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent Must possess a valid driver’s license upon which the applicant may legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Illinois.

Must not have been convicted of a felony nor any other crime which would prevent the applicant from attending a certified academy for basic police training under the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILSC 705/1 et seq.) or which would pre...