Reserve Deputy Information

Interested in becoming a Reserve Deputy Sheriff in Johnson County?

Becoming a Reserve Deputy requires a great time commitment. New recruits accepted into the program must go through the Johnson County Sheriff's Reserve Deputy Academy starting in January of each year. The course lasts approximately six months; recruits are required to attend classes Tuesday and Thursday nights. Required attendance events are also scheduled every other Saturday throughout the academy course.

Recruits will leave the Reserve Academy with a fundamental knowledge about law, law enforcement procedures, and many other facets of criminal justice.

The academy uses a wide variety of speakers and instructors. Several area law enforcement agencies have sent their recruits through the Johnson County Reserve Deputy Academy, including but not limited to the Morgan County Sheriff's Department, Princes Lakes Police Department, Morgantown Police Department and Mooresville Police Department.

Interested applicants should call the Sheriff's Office (317-736-9155) and inquire. Download the application from our Employment page.