Cortland County Personnel/Civil Service

06/04/2026

Today is the last filing date! Be sure to apply by 4:30PM.

Exam Announcement! Consider applying to take one of our upcoming exams!

06/01/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING DISPATCHERS 🚨
Join the team behind the headset at the Cortland County Department of Emergency Response & Communications.

This is more than answering phones — dispatchers are the critical first link between the public and emergency responders. Every call matters. Every second counts.

We are looking for motivated individuals who can stay calm under pressure, multitask, and work as part of a fast-paced public safety team serving Cortland County 24/7.

🔹 Full-time position with benefits
🔹 Starting pay: $28.50/hour
🔹 Paid training provided
🔹 Work directly with Police, Fire, EMS & Emergency Services
🔹 No two days are ever the same

If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can truly make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Apply online here:
https://brnw.ch/21x303y

Learn more about DOERC:
https://brnw.ch/21x303z

05/26/2026

Exam Announcement! Consider applying to take one of our upcoming exams!

05/05/2026

Looking for a change of pace? Consider joining us at the DMV.

https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/jobs.aspx
Vacancies - Motor Vehicle Clerk https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=99&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Motor-Vehicle-Clerk-Cortland-County-Cler-1840

04/15/2026

🚨 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦 - 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 🚨

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦 - 𝟒/𝟏𝟔/𝟐𝟔 𝟒:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦

Want to contribute to safer neighborhoods and make a lasting difference? The City of Cortland Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals like you.

𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞
Year 1 - $70,000
Year 2 - $78,000
Year 4 - $86,000
Year 6 - $93,000

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement at 20 years with 50% salary

Excellent health insurance, permanent shifts, uniform allowance...

Make a difference today.
Apply by 4/16/26 👇

https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Police-Officer-Exam-60056570-City-of-Cor-1805

04/15/2026

ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT TO SIGN UP! County Police Officer (Deputy Sheriff) Exam 60047-640

ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT TO SIGN UP!! Get in to the Cortland County Personnel Office (or go online) today or tomorrow before 4:30 PM and register for the upcoming exam.

The Cortland County Sheriff's Office is offering an exam for the position of County Police Officer (Deputy Sheriff). The exam is scheduled for May 9, 2026. The deadline to register is April 16, 2026 by 4:30 PM.
Follow the attached link to review requirements and begin your application process:
https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/.../County-Police...

Sheriff Mark E. Helms

04/13/2026

***Reminder*** Deadline is April 16th at 4:30pm to apply for the Police Officer and County Police Officer (Deputy Sheriff) exams. Exam date is May 9, 2026. Apply for both exams TODAY- follow links below!

Police Officer:
https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20485/Police-Officer-60056-570?bidId=

County Police Officer (Deputy Sheriff): https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20520/County-Police-Officer-Deputy-Sheriff-60047-640

03/06/2026

Full recruitment details and to apply:https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fa06d3e99d29c1da8bdd9a6/t/69a81c831c37521f656f5932/1772625027568/Recruitment_CortlandCounty_PO_02272026.pdf

03/06/2026

Full recruitment details and to apply: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fa06d3e99d29c1da8bdd9a6/t/69a81c831c37521f656f5932/1772625027568/Recruitment_CortlandCounty_PO_02272026.pdf

03/03/2026

JOIN OUR TEAM - County Police Officer (Deputy Sheriff) - Exam 60047-640

The Cortland County Sheriff's Office is offering an exam for the position of County Police Officer (Deputy Sheriff). The exam is scheduled for May 9, 2026. The deadline to register is April 16, 2026 by 4:30 PM. Follow the attached link to review requirements and begin your application process.

https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20520/County-Police-Officer-Deputy-Sheriff-60047-640

Sheriff Mark E. Helms