Please note that all applications submitted must include original signature of applicant.

Knox County seeks energetic, enthusiastic individuals interested in
pursuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, and communications.

Corrections Officers
Part-time Corrections Officers: Part-time rate of pay is $10.00 per hour.
Full-time Corrections Officers: Full-time rate of pay is $13.57 per hour (Entry level) or
$13.77 with proof MCJA certification .
Full-time Corrections Officer - Job Description (pdf)
Part-time Corrections Officer - Job Description (pdf)

Deputy Sheriffs
Part-time deputy sheriffs: Rate of pay is $14.65 with proof of completion of the
100 hour training course.
Job Description (pdf)
Additional Information and Minimum Requiremens (pdf)

Emergency Communications
Part-time Dispatchers: Rate of pay is $9.00 per hour.
Full-time Dispatchers: Rate of pay is $13.57 per per hour (Entry level) or
$13.77 per hour with proof of MCJA certification.
Job Description (pdf)

Applicants for all positions must be high school graduates or equivalent, no criminal record and be in good health. Other qualifications are listed in job descriptions, specific to the job applied. Application forms and job descriptions are available for pick up in the courthouse lobby, just outside the County Administrative Offices, Knox County Courthouse, 62 Union Street, Rockland, or click onto the Job Application Form listed at the top of this page to obtain a copy.

The county provides excellent benefits for full-time employees, including shared medical insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 401(A) Money Purchase Retirement Plan, and a voluntary dental plan.

The county reserves the right to reject any and all applications
and to select the applicant most qualified.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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