For recruiting and testing information call our toll free number 888-SMCSO5O (888-762-7656).
Local residents please call 301-475-4411.

MISSION STATEMENT

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office endeavors to provide the highest quality service through respect, integrity and professionalism.

OUR PAST

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office was established in 1637.  We were the first Sheriff's Office in the state of Maryland and among the first in the United States.  In the beginning, the Sheriff was appointed by the Governor of Maryland.  Under the provisions of the Maryland Constitution in 1776, the Sheriff became an elected official.  The Sheriff was authorized to appoint an Under-Sheriff, much like the Deputy of today.  They served at the pleasure of the Sheriff.  In 1978, St. Mary's County Deputies were incorporated into the county's Merit System.

OUR PRESENT

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office employs 126 sworn Deputy Sheriffs, 70 Correctional Officers, and a civilian staff of 51. St. Mary's County is one of the fastest growing areas in Maryland.  With that growth of population comes growth in the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office.

YOUR FUTURE!

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office has a rich and distinguished history serving the Citizens of St. Mary's County.  We are looking forward to a future of continuing the tradition that Sheriff James Baldridge began years ago - a future that you can be a part of.

For more information on becoming a Deputy Sheriff or Correctional Officer, check out the requirements and benefits.  To check for civilian vacancies, as well as other St. Mary's County Government employment opportunities, click here.

St. Mary’s County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion or belief, political affiliation or opinion, disability or any other legally protected or nonmerit factor.