There are numerous career opportunities within our organization. In addition to correction officers, the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing career opportunities in a variety of fields of service including nurses, caseworkers, teachers, administrative workers and more.
Minimum requirements are job specific. Below are the minimum criteria to seek employment as a Correctional Officer within the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office:

• Minimum age 21
• Authorized to work in the United States
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Honorable Discharge from the Armed Services
• Pass a written exam & physical fitness test
• Pass a general & criminal background check
• Pass a drug & psychological screening
• Demonstrate verbal, written and computer skills sufficient to effectively communicate
• Provide approved licensures

You can access the National Correctional Officer study guide here.
You can access the Fitness Standards here.
You can access the Agility Test Standards here.
You can access the 300-meter-sprint Standards here.

Correctional Officer Benefits

Starting Salary: $63,350-$81,601*
• 4 & 2 schedule (7am – 3pm, 3pm – 11pm and 11pm – 7am)
• Massachusetts State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Promotion Opportunities
• Educational Incentives
• Tuition Remission
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Vacation/Personal/Sick Benefits
• Clothing Allowances
• Longevity Incentive
• Sick Leave Incentive
• Paid Holidays/Comp & more.

CO Hiring Process for Summer 2025 Academy

  1. Submit Resume and CO Application
  2. Pass Written Exam & Physical Fitness Test
    o PT Standards
    o Pre-Employment CO Fitness Test Video
    o Study Guide
  3. Interview with Background Investigation
  4. Interview with Executive Office
  5. Psychological Evaluation
  6. Offer Letter
  7. Onboarding Process:
    o Drug Test
    o TB Clearance
    o Physical Screening
    o Uniform Fitting
  8. CO Orientation
  9. Academy Training
    Corrections Officer Application Link: https://norfolkcountysheriffsoffice.applytojob.com/apply/9ipOLjVzLu/Corrections-Officer

Non-Uniform Positions

The Norfolk County Sheriff's Office encompasses a variety of departments, including Deputy Sheriffs/Details, Communications, Civil Process, Community Corrections, Community Engagement, Fiscal, External Operations, Human Resources, IT, Legal, and the Reentry/HOPE Center. Each department plays a vital role in ensuring effective operations and providing valuable services to the community.

General Employment Requirements
• Minimum age 21
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Valid Driver’s License
• Provide approved degrees and licensures (when applicable)
• Pass a general & criminal background check
• Pass a drug test
• Demonstrate verbal, written and computer skills sufficient to effectively communicate
Non-Uniform Employees Benefits
• Massachusetts State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Vacation/Personal/Sick Benefits
• Sick Leave Incentive
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays/Comp
• Longevity Incentive
• Tuition Remission
• Promotion Opportunities & more.

Open Positions: https://norfolkcountysheriffsoffice.applytojob.com/apply






Press Releases

“Hard work pays off”: Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick W. McDermott celebrates the swearing in of 14 new correctional officers at the historic Endicott Estate
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Statement from the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office regarding Wisteguens Jean Quely Charles
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‘Stronger together’: Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office and the Municipal Police Training Committee to host Red Cross Blood Drive in Randolph
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“I need help!” - Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office “Are you OK?” program helps an 83-year-old Dedham woman in need of medical care
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Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office awarded $30,000 grant to bolster substance use disorder treatment program for justice-involved individuals
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Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott Swears in Nine New COs and Celebrates the Promotion of Six Officers to Sergeant
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Norfolk County Sheriff's HOPE Center presents Sober Comedy Night
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Sheriff Patrick W. McDermott to host “House to House for Heroes”
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Sheriff Patrick W. McDermott partners with Coats for Kids & Families
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"Are you OK?" Program Helps Save an 80-yr old Woman
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Drug charges filed against 5 people, including former correction officer and 2 offenders
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Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office to host PMC Kids Ride
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NCSO Recognized for 100% Compliance in Successive Audits
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Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office Launches Partnership with Shapchef Foundation on Re-Entry Workforce Development Grant
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