Thank you for your interest in applying for a position with the Hancock County Sheriff's Office. The Hancock County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation of all qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, sex, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other factor, the consideration of which is prohibited by law.

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office policy extends to all employment decisions and personnel actions including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation benefits and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of a person's job qualifications and a person's ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question, as well as other legally allowable factors. The Hancock County Sheriff's Office is committed to making reasonable accommodations whenever necessary to allow qualified persons with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunity.

All applicants must complete the following procedure:

1. Interview with Appropriate Division Leader
2. Background Investigation
3. Fingerprinting
4. Pre-Employment Drug Screening
5. Physical Exam
6. Psychological Exam

Please answer each question fully and accurately, as incomplete applications will not be considered. All information provided on your application is subject to verification. Any misrepresentations, deceit or omissions on your application could result in automatic disqualification. All sections in this employment application are applicable to you regardless of the position for which you are applying.

This application becomes void one (1) year after you submit it, when the position for which you applied is filled or when you accept other employment, whichever comes first.

Again, thank you for your interest in employment with the Hancock County Sheriff's Office. I wish you well in your pursuit of a position that makes full use of your skills, abilities and expertise.

Ricky Adam, Sheriff