Sheriff highlights upcoming civil service exams for deputy sheriff, police officer

Press Release, Orleans County Sheriff Chris Bourke

ALBION – Sheriff Christopher Bourke has announced the upcoming civil service exams for both Deputy Sheriff and Police Officer.

Sheriff Bourke

The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office hires from the eligible list established as a result of the Deputy Sheriff exam, and the Villages of Albion, Holley and Medina hire from the eligible list established as a result of the Police Officer exam.

Candidates must be legal residents of Orleans, Erie, Genesee, Monroe or Niagara counties for at least one month immediately preceding the date of the examination. Preference in certification for appointment to Deputy Sheriff may be given to successful candidates who have been residents of Orleans County for one month immediately preceding the date of the examination.

The last filing date for the exam is Aug. 21 with the physical fitness (agility) test on Sept. 21, followed by the written exam on Sept. 28.

Applications, qualifications and additional information may be obtained by clicking here or contact Kate Harvey, the Orleans County Director of Personnel and Self-insurance, at (585) 589-3184.

Orleans County is an equal opportunity employer.