Yes, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office is always accepting applications for the positions of Police and Correctional Officer. The physical agility and written test is completed on a monthly basis. Once you have submitted a complete application, you will receive an email confirmation for receipt and your application will then enter the pre-screening stage.

The pre-screening stage is completed by the Pre-Employment staff, in which they will review criminal and motor vehicle records for history.

Complete a full application for the position you are interested in by visiting our  Application section.

Yes, but a separate application is required for each position you are applying for.

Our test consists of reading comprehension, math and a grammar. You can visit Stanard & Associates website: https://tests.stanard.com/login/index.php

From here you can purchase a study guide or a practice test for either The National Police Officer Selection Test or The National Corrections Officer Selection Test.

In the event you do not pass the written exam, you are eligible to retake the written exam 30 days after your original testing date. In the event you do not pass on the second attempt, you will need to wait 6 months to retake the exam.

No, call Pre-Employment at 301-609-3903 or email gregorys@ccso.us to check on the status of your application.

Please follow this link to find out how you can prepare. Visit How To Prepare on the information list. https://www.ccso.us/employment/how-to-prepare/

If you are still in the initial process of the hiring phase, please contact 301-609-3903 or email gregorys@ccso.us with the information. If you are in the background investigation phase, contact your assigned investigator.

Yes, if you are accepted into the Police Academy you will be paid as a Police Recruit, for up to date information on salary, please contact the Pre-Employment Supervisor at 301-609-3903 or our Recruiter at 301-609-5933.

Typically, 4-6 months. At times, the process may take a longer, depending on academy start dates.

This depends on your flexibility and if you are able to keep up with appointments made with investigators and the different components of the background phase. If your schedule is flexible, you may apply 6-8 months prior to your terminal date. It is highly recommended you contact the Recruiting Unit Supervisor at 301-609-3903 or the Recruiter at 301-609-5933 for detailed information.

Applicants may wear workout gear and are encouraged to wear athletic shoes for the test. It is best to wear comfortable clothing and make sure you are appropriately dressed for the weather. No clothing with profanity, racism, sexism will be allowed into the testing area.

Yes, our policy states:
Upon the effective date of this policy, all Agency employees are prohibited from adding tattoos / body art (including tattoos, branding, cutting, scarification, or any other decorative marking) to their bodies which are likely to be seen by the general public during the normal performance of the employee’s duties. Tattoos existing as of the effective date of this policy are permitted to be seen, provided they meet the standards below.
In general, displaying tattoos / body art depicting the following is prohibited at any time:
· racism;
· sexism;
· obscenity; or
· profanity.

The Sheriff or his designee shall render final judgment in these matters.

Yes, since the process can take a few months for processing and background, high school students are able to apply for the position of Correctional Officer prior to completing high school or turning 18. The applicant will need to have parental signatures on the application to continue. Once the applicant has completed high school and turns 18, they can be approved for hire.

Yes, you may submit an application with our agency even if you have applied to other agencies. We do ask the applicant to be upfront with us about which other agencies they have applied too.

In order to apply for the positions of Police or Corrections you MUST have a valid drivers license.

Yes, please see the attached Interview Tips: Interview Prep Guide

If you are looking to find out more information about the hiring process, you may contact the Pre-Employment Unit at 301-609-5933.