Learn more about all our policies, protocols and read the latest Suffolk County Sheriff's Office reports and statistics. Policies & Reports This page provides access to key policies, reports, and resources that guide our operations and ensure transparency. Here, you’ll find information on the HALT Act, Use of Force Policy, Title VI Program, Police Reform Policy, and statistical reports on policing and corrections. Additional resources include Language Line services, mental health support links, and other important initiatives. HALT Act More Information Segregated Confinement Statistics and Residential Rehabilitative Units Policing Statistics More Information Key reports and data on new hire demographics, domestic violence cases, arrest statistics, use of force incidents and policy, and the Uniform Crime Report. Police Reform Policy More Information Download the Report/ Send Feedback Use of Force Policy More Information Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Use of Force Policy Corrections Statistics More Information Access reports and policies on new hire demographics, jail population statistics, grievance data, and Data-Driven Justice initiatives. Mental Health Links More Information Mental Health Contacts Title VI Program More Information Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Compliment/ Complaint Form Language Access Data More Information Usage of Language Access Services

Learn more about the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office New Hire Demographics. New Hire Demographics Police Division March 29, 2021 April 13, 2021 October 25, 2021 October 11, 2023 December 9, 2024 August 18, 2025 January 18, 2022 Corrections Division March 03, 2021 October 25, 2021 November 29, 2021 May 16, 2022 November 13, 2023 May 13, 2024 October 29, 2024 September 01, 2025 April 17, 2023

Learn more about the salary and benefits you will receive when you join the Suffolk County Sheriffs Office as a Deputy Sheriff or Correction Officer. Salary & Benefits Correction Officers First Year $60,617 *Includes line-up, shift differential, holiday pay, lock in pay, and cleaning allowance. After 8 Years $155,123 *Includes line-up, shift differential, holiday pay, lock in pay cleaning allowance, and longevity pay. Benefits Suffolk County Correction Officers enjoy a competitive benefits and compensation plan including: Healthy, Vision & Dental Insurance Life Insurance Issued Uniform & Equipment Holiday Pay Rotating/ Night Differential Shift Pay Clothing Allowance Sick Leave Bonus Tuition Reimbursement Longevity Pay Military Time Credit Lock In Pay New York State Pension 25-years/ 50% or 30 Years/ 60% Retirement (regardless of age) Time Accruals Deputy Sheriffs $49,595 *Includes special pay, shift differential, holiday pay, and cleaning allowance. Starting Salary After 3 Years $65,064 *Includes special section pay, shift differential, and cleaning allowance. After 5 Years $80,521 After 12 Years $124,842 *Includes special section pay, shift differential, holiday pay, cleaning allowance, and longevity pay. Benefits Suffolk County Deputy Sheriffs enjoy a competitive benefits and compensation plan including: Healthy, Vision & Dental Insurance Life Insurance Issued Uniform & Equipment Holiday Pay Rotating Shift Pay Night Differential Clothing Allowance Sick Leave Bonus Tuition Reimbursement Longevity Pay Military Time Credit New York State Pension 20 -year Retirement (regardless of age) Time Accruals

Learn more about the hiring process all officers go through to join the Suffolk County Sheriffs Office as a Deputy Sheriff or Correction Officer. HIRING PROCESS STEP 01 Register to take the exam through the Suffolk County Department of Civil Service STEP 02 Attend one of our orientation seminars to learn more about career opportunities. STEP 03 Pass the Physical Agility Exam (otherwise known as the Coopers Standard Test). VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS STEP 04 Pass a medical evaluation. STEP 05 Pass a background investigation and interview. STEP 06 Pass a written psychological examination and interview. STEP 07 Receive an offer letter of employment and start your academy training. ACADEMY TRAINING

The Operations Division of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office ​oversees various commands and is overseen by the Chief of Staff. OPERATIONS DIVISION The Operations Division of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office includes Employee Benefits, the Communications Bureau, the Quartermaster, the Grants Bureau, Accounting, Personnel Investigations, Personnel/Payroll, Fleet Management, and Research & Development. The Operations Division is overseen by the Chief of Staff. Employee Benefits Accounting Department Communications Bureau Personnel Investigations Grants Bureau Payroll Department Research / Development Fleet Management

The mission of the Annual Executive Leadership Conference is to develop, equip and empower the next generation of leaders. MISSION TO DEVELOP, EQUIP & EMPOWER THE NEXT GENERATION OF EXECUTIVE LEADERS. REGISTER NOW! The 2024 Executive Leadership Conference will be held on Tuesday, October 8th at the Boulton Center for the Performing Arts, Long Island. Would you like to attend our upcoming Executive Leadership Conference? Fill out the form below to register: I would like to attend a discounted menu lunch at Napper Tandy's. Submit Thank you for your interest in joining us at the 2024 Executive Leadership Conference. You will receive an email with details on the Conference closer to the date. Please note: some county or government agencies may block email correspondence from outside agencies. To ensure you receive correspondence, please add william.blomberg@suffolkcountyny.gov to your email address list. For more information follow us on Instagram by clicking on the icon below.

Welcome to the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Drone Registration Page All drone operators must comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines to ensure public safety and responsible drone use. Use the resources below to register your drone and stay up to date with FAA requirements. Why Do I Need to Register My Drone? According to FAA regulations, any unmanned aircraft weighing more than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) must be registered before operating outdoors. This helps ensure that drone operators follow airspace rules and maintain safety in our communities. Failure to register your drone can result in civil and criminal penalties, including fines up to $250,000. Who Needs to Register? You must register your drone if: You are flying for recreational purposes and your drone weighs more than 0.55 pounds. You are using your drone for commercial purposes under Part 107 rules. You are a public safety agency using drones in your operations. For more details, visit the FAA’s Drone Registration FAQs: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/register_drone How to Register Your Drone Follow these simple steps to register your drone with the FAA: Visit the FAA’s DroneZone website: https://faadronezone.faa.gov/ Create an account or log in to your existing account. Register your drone and pay the $5 registration fee. Label your drone with your registration number. Important: Registration is valid for three years, and you must carry proof of registration when operating your drone. FAA Rules for Recreational Flyers If you are flying for fun, make sure you know the rules for recreational flyers: https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_flyers

Read the weekly Suffolk County Correctional Facilities incarcerated individuals demographics. Incarcerated Individual Demographics January 2, 2023 January 9, 2023 January 16, 2023 January 23, 2023 January 30, 2023 February 6, 2023 February 13, 2023 February 20, 2023 February 27, 2023 March 6, 2023 March 13, 2023 March 20, 2023 March 27, 2023 April 3, 2023 April 10, 2023 April 17, 2023 April 24, 2023 May 1, 2023

Learn more about the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Language Line directives and get access to certain forms and downloads in your native language. Language Line English Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions Spanish Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions Chinese Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions Portuguese Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions Haitian Creole Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions Italian Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions Polish Visitors Guide SCSO Language Line Directive Project Lifesaver Adult Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Child Enrollment Application Project Lifesaver Application Instructions

2022 Arrest Data Available upon request. 2023 Arrest Data Available upon request. 2024-2025 Arrest Data Coming Soon. New design in progress. All data is available upon request. Email victoria.distefano@suffolkcountyny.gov for arrest data.

The interfaith council is a faith-based group that can provide resources and services to current and formerly incarcerated individuals and their families. Sheriff's Interfaith Council Mission To be a resource of faith-based organizations that can provide resources and services to current and formerly incarcerated individuals and their families, and the Sheriff's Office staff. To join the Sheriff's Interfaith Council, please contact the Council Chair, Pastor Kara Bochino at kara@axisny.org .

Ready for a new career? Join the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office. Click here to learn more about career opportunities and upcoming tests. HOME TAKE THE TEST HIRING PROCESS SALARY & BENEFITS QUALIFICATIONS CONTACT US SECURE YOUR FUTURE. TAKE THE TEST. DEPUTY SHERIFF & CORRECTION OFFICER TAKE THE TEST STAY UPDATED DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURES Correction Officer I (English) Deputy Sheriff I (English) Correction Officer I (Spanish) Deputy Sheriff I (Spanish)