Dear Team Member,



As the Sheriff of Galveston County, I invite you to join our dedicated team of law enforcement professionals. Together, we work to provide exceptional service to our community, and we’re looking for individuals ready to take on the challenge of making a real difference. Our agency offers numerous opportunities for those passionate about contributing to the safety and well-being of Galveston County. We are seeking new team members who share these values and are eager to help protect and support our residents, visitors, and businesses. If you're ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply and explore the many opportunities that await.



Sincerely,
Jimmy Fullen
Sheriff, Galveston County

Galveston County Sheriff's Office

Application Process
  • APPLY ONLINE & INITIAL PRESCREENING
  • Visit our Workday Job Portal, select the open position you are interested in, and submit your online application. The Recruiting Division will review your application and conduct an initial prescreening to determine if you will move forward in the hiring process.

  • NEXT STEP IN THE SELECTION PROCESS
  • Applicants selected to move forward will be contacted by the Recruiting Division. Depending on the position, the next step may include a phone interview, testing, or an in-person interview.
  • RECEIVE YOUR GUARDIAN LINK
  • Applicants selected to continue will receive an email with a link to begin the Guardian Background Investigation process.
  • COMPLETE YOUR BACKGROUND
  • Complete your electronic background investigation through Guardian and upload all required documents.
  • SUBMIT SECURELY
  • Submit your completed background investigation securely through Guardian. The Recruiting Division will review your information and contact you regarding any additional requirements or next steps.

  • Search and Apply for Jobs
  • Have a question during the application process?
  • Our recruiters are available to answer questions and assist you throughout the application and hiring process.
  • You may also stop by and speak with a recruiter or contact us at the following number.
  • Contact a Recruiter
  • Phone: (409)763-7585
  • Address: 601 54th Street, Galveston, Tx 77551

Divisions of Employment

Employement Minimum-Requirements
  • Citizen of the United States
  • Be at least 18 years of age on the date of application.
  • Not awaiting trial for any criminal offense
  • Not on probation for any criminal offense
  • Do not have a conviction for a Class A misdemeanor or above.
  • Do not have a conviction for a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten(10) years.
  • Do Not have a conviction of any felony offense
  • Have Not been convicted in a military court that resulted in a less than honorable discharge.
  • Conviction of any offense involving moral turpitude.
  • No history of domestic abuse.
  • Never been terminated from any law enforcement agency for an action, or failure to take act.
  • Asked to resign or resigned while under investigation from a law enforcement agency.

Corrections (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Apply for a Corrections Deputy position today and start learning crucial skills that will give you a head-start towards a Law Enforcement Career:

  • Interaction with different cultures
  • Communication Skills
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Report Writing
  • Self-Defense and Handcuffing Techniques
  • Pat Frisk and other search techniques

Patrol (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Apply for a Patrol Deputy position today and start providing general law enforcement services and peace of mind to the citizens of Galveston County

  • Patrols unincorporated areas of the county
  • Professional
  • Provides law enforcement services
  • Assists other agencies

Galveston County Sheriff's Positions