This is a non-sworn, training level classification in the Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Deputy Recruits will attend an approved Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) basic police academy for training. During the training, Sheriff Deputy Recruits do not have police powers and are subject to the rules and regulations of the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office and the academy attended. A Promotion to a sworn Deputy Sheriff position is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and meeting the minimum entrance qualifications for a Deputy Sheriff. Upon promotion to Deputy Sheriff, incumbents will begin a new six-month probationary period.