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Commission grants Sheriff permission to hire deputy who passed civil-service checks

Greenbrier County Commission · March 24, 2026
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Summary

Sheriff Clark Baker presented Grayson Bruce Hosey as a candidate to fill an open deputy sheriff slot; Hosey passed background, medical and psychological checks and will attend the police academy and field training; commissioners approved the hire.

Sheriff Clark Baker requested the commission's permission to hire Grayson Bruce Hosey as a deputy sheriff to fill one of two open slots in the sheriff's office. Baker said Hosey grew up locally, is a member of the West Virginia National Guard, and has passed civil-service requirements, background checks, medical and psychological evaluations.

"He's a fine young man. I think he'll do a great job for us," Baker said, adding that Hosey must attend the state police academy and complete field training before serving independently. Commissioners voted by voice to allow the sheriff to proceed with the hire.