Benefits for both Corrections Deputies and Patrol Deputies are dictated by each group's respective collective bargaining agreement.  Below is a brief summary of the benefits deputies enjoy.

• Starting pay of $68,009.58 with a top pay of $99,652.79 after 9 years for Patrol Deputies.  Starting pay of $63,224.62 with a top pay of $93,040.78 after 9 years for Corrections Deputies
• Lateral applicants are eligible for year-for-year service credit up to our current 9-year top pay
• IMRF SLEP pension funded by both employer and employee contributions
• Option to participate in 457(b) retirement plan funded by the employee 
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 12 sick days per year
• 14 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks vacation after one year
• 12 hour shift schedule for Patrol Deputies.  10 hour shift schedule for Corrections Deputies.
• Opportunities for advancement and specialized positions including several federal task forces and multi-jurisdictional teams

Complete information on the compensation package provided to deputies can be found in the collective bargaining agreements.