Patrol Deputy Test
2009 PATROL DEPUTY TESTING HAS BEEN COMPLETED.
Click here for the 2009 Patrol Deputy Eligibility List
**WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2010 PATROL DEPUTY TESTING ANTICIPATED FOR FALL OF 2010**
Application Available Online
New applications will be maintained on-file until the next exam. You will be notified by mail of the 2010 testing dates once they become available.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Age: Reached their 21st birthday on or before the date of the written test. (exceptions may be granted)
Education: High school graduate or have a GED
Citizenship: Be a United States Citizen
License: Possess a valid driver's license
Residency: Residency required for take home squad car
BRING WITH YOU:
- Valid Drivers License
- Running Shoes and Fitness Attire
As appropriate, Copy of:
- Valid Drivers License
- Birth Certificate / US Citizenship Documentation
- High School Transcripts & Diploma
- College Transcripts & Diploma
- Military Discharge (DD214)
It is recommended that your application and copies of appropriate paperwork be submitted in advance.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY LIST:
Applicant must complete and receive a passing score on the written examination.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - based upon general knowledge. Candidates currently employed as an enforcement officer and presenting a minimum of 400 hours proof of certification as a law enforcement officer meeting the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standard Board's standards or are graduates of the Illinois Police Corps or comparable program may have the written examination requirements waived by submitting a Waiver Request.
Download Waiver
PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST - based upon state mandated standards and is conducted for informational purposes only. The Physical Ability Test is conducted following the Written Examination. Applicants must be dressed appropriately for participating in the Physical Ability Test. Applicants must wear gym shoes during the timed 1.5 mile run.
| POWER CHART |
| |
Male |
Female |
| |
20-29 |
30-39 |
40-49 |
50-59 |
20-29 |
30-39 |
40-49 |
50-59 |
| Sit & Reach |
16.0 |
15.0 |
13.8 |
12.8 |
18.8 |
17.8 |
16.8 |
16.3 |
| 1 Minute Sit-Up |
37 |
34 |
28 |
23 |
31 |
24 |
19 |
13 |
| Maximum Bench Press Ratio |
.98 |
.87 |
.79 |
.70 |
.58 |
.52 |
.49 |
.43 |
| 1.5 Mile Run |
13:46 |
14:31 |
15:24 |
16:21 |
16:21 |
16:52 |
17:53 |
18:44 |
EACH OF THE ABOVE TESTS WILL BE ADMINISTERED ONLY ONCE.
After placement on the Eligibility List, an applicant must successfully complete any additional procedures as may be required by the Sheriff of McHenry County at his/her sole discretion (including, but not limited to; background investigation, physical examination, psychological examination, drug screening examination, lie detector (polygraph) examination, and criminal history check). The applicants on the Eligibility List are not ranked but are listed in alphabetical order. The Sheriff may hire any person on the Eligibilty List as he/she deems appropriate.
Download Map: McHenry County Government Center, Woodstock, IL
McHenry County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer