Careers

Benefits

Every full-time employee with Ottawa County comes with a generous benefit package, with the ability to purchase additional benefits for family members. These benefits include:

• Health Insurance (premium covered on some packages)
• Dental Insurance (optional)
• Vision Insurance (optional)
• Life Insurance ($20,000 included, additional available)
• Vacation, Comp, Sick and Holiday Time
• Retirement Plan through OPERS
  • 20-year OPERS Retirement for deputies and detention officers
  • Standard OPERS Retirement for all other positions

Ottawa County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment, as required by law.

Job-Related Health / Fitness Requirements (for certain positions)
Some positions—particularly sworn and detention roles—require the ability to perform essential job functions that may be physically and mentally demanding. Candidates may be required to pass job-related evaluations such as a physical agility test and/or a medical evaluation after a conditional offer of employment, consistent with applicable law. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process.

Apply Now

Welcome to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office employment application process. We appreciate your interest in joining our team dedicated to serving the community.

To apply, pick up and application in person from the Sheriff's Office Administrator. Once completed, please return it to the following address:

Ottawa County Sheriff's Office
28 B St SE
Miami, Ok 74354

What to expect

Initial Screening:
Upon receiving your application, our hiring team will review it to ensure that you meet the requirements for the position.

Background Check and Verification:
Selected candidates will undergo a thorough background check and verification process to ensure eligibility for employment.

Invitation for Interview:
If your qualifications align with the requirements of the position and you are deemed to be a good fit for our team, you will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Interview Process:
The interview will provide an opportunity for us to further assess your skills, experience, and suitability for the position. We encourage you to come prepared to discuss your background, experiences, and reasons for wanting to join the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office.

Final Decision:
Upon completion of the interview process and satisfactory background checks, final decisions regarding employment will be made. Candidates will be notified of their status in a timely manner.

We thank you for considering a career with the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. Should you have any questions or require further assistance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.