Deputy Sheriff Trainee - BLET Cadet January 2027

Forsyth County Government Jobs

onsiteUSD 46,383 / year

Sheriff Admin, 301 North Church St., Winston-Salem, NC Posted Aug 17, 2026

About this role

General Statement of Duties
APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 5:00PM ON 10/1/26
Do you have a passion for serving your community?
The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is seeking committed and dedicated individuals interested in a rewarding career in law enforcement to join our team!
Selected candidates will be hired as Deputy Sheriff Trainees and attend Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) as Forsyth County Sheriff's Office employees.
NOTE: This is a competitive selection process with limited spots available.
The candidate selection process requires successful completion of a reading comprehension assessment and the North Carolina Police Officer’s Physical Abilities Test (POPAT) to be held at the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and will include a thorough background check establishing North Carolina law enforcement certification eligibility.

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