Cherokee - Alfalfa County Sheriff's Office - Deputy Sheriff - Posted May 12, 2026
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
| Agency/Department Name |
|---|
| Alfalfa County Sheriff's Office |
| Position Title |
| Deputy Sheriff |
| Job Type (Full-time, Part-time, Reserve, etc.) |
| Full-time |
| Location |
| Cherokee, Oklahoma |
| Minimum Requirements |
| All persons seeking employment with the Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy must, at a minimum: a. Be a United States citizen. b. Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. c. Possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license. d. Have a high school diploma or GED. e. Successfully have completed or be able to complete the minimum training required for certification to include the C.L.E.E.T. basic academy and the Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office field training program. Preference will be given to applicants holding full-time CLEET certification. f. Never have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, alcohol related violations, domestic violence crimes, drug crimes or not currently under indictment for any criminal offense. g. Never had a commission or police officer license denied or revoked. h. Successfully complete a thorough background investigation and personal interviews by the Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office personnel. i. Never had a commission or peace officer license denied by final order or revoked. |
| Key Responsibilities |
| Patrol deputies are responsible for enforcing state and local laws, providing 24/7 law enforcement in unincorporated county areas and responding to emergency calls throughout the 881 square miles of Alfalfa County. Key duties include maintaining public safety for the citizens and visitors of our county through proactive patrolling, conducting criminal investigations and traffic enforcement. Additionally, patrol deputies are responsible for courthouse security, serving civil papers and assisting with the operation of the jail as required. |
| Salary/Compensation (if available) |
| Starting salary: 3060.00/month |
| How to Apply (instructions and/or link) |
| Applications can be picked up in-person at the Sheriff’s Office, which is located at 300 S Grand Avenue in Cherokee, Oklahoma or you may email sheriff@alfalfa.okcounties.org for an application. |
| Contact Information (name, phone, email) |
| Gary Mast, Sheriff (580) 596-3269 sheriff@alfalfa.okcounties.org |
| Application Deadline |
| Until filled |
| Other Information (optional details such as benefits, shift schedules, or notes) |
| Health, dental & vision for employee provided OPERS retirement Paid vacation (after 1 year) & sick time Firearms, TASER & uniforms provided Assigned take-home patrol vehicle Paid training & professional development |
Last Modified on
May 12, 2026
