While lying on his/her back, the applicant will be given one (1) minute to do as many bent leg sit-ups as possible Standard-29 sit-ups.

This measures abdominal, or trunk, muscular endurance. This measures leg power, and it consists of measuring how high a person jumps. Must sign a 3 year training reimbursement agreement contract upon employment. Have primary source of income from the Sheriff's Office if appointed.Ģ1. Submit to being fingerprinted and a thorough background investigation.Ģ0. Be willing to work a revolving schedule, weekends and holidays.ġ9. Meet all requirements for employment as a Deputy Sheriff as prescribed by Indiana Law.ġ8. Meet training requirements prescribed by Indiana Law.ġ7. Must possess a minimum visual acuity that is correctable to 20/20 in each eye.ġ6. A ppear for interviews by the Command Staff and the Merit Board.ġ5. Submit to a thorough character investigation.ġ4.

Be in sound mental and physical health.ġ3. (Complete physical agility standards are located below)ġ2. Complete and pass written and physical agility examinations. Have a good work record with previous employers.ġ1. Have a good driving history, including traffic accidents.Ĩ. Agree to a thorough physical & mental examination.ħ. Not have been convicted of a felony, hate crime or domestic violence.Ħ. Have a High School diploma, or have completed a state approved GED Program.ĥ. Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age when appointed as a police employee.Ĥ. Be a resident of Newton County within 6 months of employment.ģ. Please review the following information prior to completing an application to ensure you meet the qualifications of the position that interests you.Ģ. Please call for inquiries concerning salaries/hourly wages, as they may have changed since this page was created. Click on POLICE OFFICER to access the Sheriff's Deputy and Reserve Deputy application, and click CIVILIAN to access the general employment application for Corrections, Reception, Jail Cook, etc. Although we may not currently have open positions, we always accept applications. Included in this section are JOB DESCRIPTIONS and QUALIFICATIONS for various jobs within the NEWTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE and JAIL. This page will help you understand the duties and responsibilities of the jobs we offer. Thank you for your interest in a career with the Newton County Sheriff's Office.

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