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Board approves $5,000 sign-on bonus for certified deputy
Summary
The board authorized Sheriff Brad Hudson to offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus for a certified deputy—$2,500 at hire and $2,500 after completing the probationary period—to help fill a vacant position; the motion passed 3–0.
County Sheriff Brad Hudson discussed recruitment for a vacant deputy sheriff position and requested authorization to offer a sign-on incentive.
On a motion by Supervisor Waugh, seconded by Supervisor House, the board authorized a $5,000 sign-on bonus for a certified deputy ($2,500 to be paid at hire and $2,500 after successful completion of the probationary period). The motion passed with three ayes recorded. The bonus is limited to certified candidates and is tied to completion of the probationary period before the second payment is made.
No additional hiring details, timeline, or budgetary source were specified in the minutes; the board recorded the authorization for the sheriff to offer the incentive.
