What Adams County Sheriff pays
How we get pay dataTop of scale
$110,771
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 10 of 16 Denver Metro departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Adams County Sheriff
Deputy Sheriff-Lateral Jail Deputy
Brighton, COCloses Dec 31, 2026$79,122startingDeputy Sheriff-Lateral Patrol Deputy
COCloses Dec 31, 2026$79,122startingDeputy Sheriff - Lateral Patrol Deputy
COCloses Dec 31, 2026$79,122starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Lateral experience required2 years
- Schedule10-hour shifts, mandatory shift rotation every 4 months
How Adams County Sheriff compares nearby
All 49 Denver Metro agencies1 nearby department starts higher than Adams County Sheriff.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Adams County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams County Sheriff | Hiring | $79,122 | — | None | |
| Brighton PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Commerce City PD | Hiring | $82,327 | +$3,205 | $7,500 | |
| Centennial PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Englewood PD | Hiring | $75,234 | −$3,888 | None | |
| Greenwood Village PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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