05/19/2026
Come work with our Friends at the Sheriff's Department!!
🚔 Cheboygan County Sheriff’s Office
📍 Cheboygan County, Michigan
💙 Serve Where Community Still Matters 💙
Cheboygan County is seeking dedicated, professional, and community-focused individuals to join our law enforcement team as Deputy Sheriff. This is more than a badge and uniform, it’s an opportunity to protect neighborhoods, support local families, and build trust in one of Northern Michigan’s most scenic and close-knit communities.
Whether responding to emergencies, assisting stranded motorists during winter storms, or mentoring local youth, our deputies play a visible and valued role every day.
⚖️ Position Overview:
Deputies with Cheboygan County are responsible for maintaining public safety, enforcing state and local laws, preventing crime, and building positive relationships throughout the community. Deputies patrol urban areas, rural roadways, waterfront regions, and seasonal tourism destinations across the county.
✅ Key Responsibilities:
🚓 Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, foot, or specialized unit
🚨 Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
🕵️ Conduct investigations and prepare detailed reports
⚖️ Enforce traffic and criminal laws
❤️ Assist citizens during medical, weather, or public safety emergencies
🤝 Participate in community outreach and educational programs
🏛️ Testify in court proceedings when required
🚑 Work collaboratively with neighboring agencies and emergency responders
⭐ What Makes This Office Different:
💙 Strong community support for law enforcement
🛥Opportunities for Marine Patrol/Dive Team, K-9, ORV/Snowmobile Enforcement, Detective assignments, Emergency Response Team, and Narcotic Team opportunities
🎓 Modern equipment and ongoing training
🌲 Four-season outdoor lifestyle with access to lakes, trails, and recreation
📈 Leadership team focused on professionalism, wellness, and career growth
📋 Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
🔞 Minimum age of 21 years
🎓 High school diploma or GED
🚗 Valid Michigan driver’s license
📜 MCOLES licensed or eligible for licensure
✅ Ability to pass:
🔍 Background investigation
💪 Physical fitness standards
🧪 Drug screening
🧠 Psychological evaluation
Preferred Qualifications:
🇺🇸 Prior law enforcement, military, EMS, or corrections experience
🎓 MCOLES Certified, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field
🗣️ Strong communication and problem-solving skills
🤝 Commitment to ethical policing and community engagement
💰 Compensation & Benefits:
💵 Competitive starting wage with step increases
💲 Starting $53,081, top pay third year $69,369
📈 Previous experience may be eligible for a step increase inside the pay scale
⏰ Overtime and holiday pay opportunities
🩺 Health, dental, and vision insurance
👶 Maternity/Paternity Leave
🏛️ Michigan public retirement system participation
🏖️ Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
👕 Uniform and equipment provided
💪 A Career with Purpose
In Cheboygan County, Deputies are not just responding to calls, they are neighbors, mentors, protectors, and trusted members of the community. 🤝 If you are ready to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding law enforcement career, we encourage you to apply.
📣 Apply Today
Interested candidates should submit:
📄 Employment application
📄 Resume
📄 Cover letter
📄 Copies of certifications/licenses
📌 Applications will remain open until filled.
Cheboygan County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
👤 Julie K. Wheelock, MSA
Cheboygan County
Director of Human Resources
📞 Phone: 231-627-8891
📧 Email: [email protected]
🕒 Office Hours: Tuesday – Thursday (times vary)
