Tunica County Sheriff’s Office seeks certified K-9 Deputy Sheriff

The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a certified Deputy Sheriff to serve as a K-9 Handler. The position offers an annual salary of $62,558.08, along with benefits. In addition, K-9 handlers receive extra time—10.5 hours per pay period—for the care and training of their assigned K-9.

The chosen candidate will serve as a sworn Deputy Sheriff and operate as a K-9 Handler, performing general law enforcement duties. Responsibilities include patrol support, searches, apprehensions, and other law enforcement functions involving the K-9.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old, U.S. citizens, and certified by the Mississippi Law Enforcement Standards and Training Board. Candidates must also have a valid Mississippi driver’s license, no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history, and meet all employment and physical requirements of the sheriff’s office.

For more information, contact the sheriff’s office at 662-363-1411 or visit www.tunicamssheriff.com. The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or age.

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