Kankakee, IL – The Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office is now hiring, offering individuals the opportunity to serve their community as Deputy Sheriffs. The department is encouraging qualified applicants to apply for the position before the upcoming deadline.
According to the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office Merit Commission, applications for Deputy Sheriff must be submitted online by Monday, August 18, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted. The department is highlighting a comprehensive salary and benefits package for new hires, including a starting salary of $58,743 and the potential to earn up to $101,820 after 25 years of service, plus significant overtime opportunities.
Applicants can expect additional benefits such as holiday and overtime pay, uniform allowance, fitness and education bonuses, non-tobacco use and shift differential pay, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical plans, and a take-home squad car. Additional perks include a department-issued iPhone, IMRF pension, and retirement insurance incentive.
To qualify, candidates must be U.S. citizens with a valid driver’s license, have no felony convictions, and be at least 20 years old to apply (21 at the time of appointment). Candidates must meet educational, military, or corrections experience criteria, possess a POWER Test Card (if not lateral), and establish residency in Kankakee County within six months of hire.
Written exams will take place between Wednesday, September 3, 2025, and Friday, September 5, 2025, with remote testing available for eligible applicants. Only one application per candidate will be reviewed each cycle, and all applications must be submitted online at the provided web link.
For more information or to apply, visit the official Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office recruitment portal.
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