Randolph County Sheriff’s Office

The testing process will be administered in two parts, the physical ability testing and the written examination. Certified WV law enforcement Officers in good standing are not required to complete the physical ability testing. Applicants presenting for the testing must present a valid State issued photo identification and be in acceptable physical condition complete a 1.5-mile timed run, pushups and sit-ups. Uncertified Applicants that successfully complete the physical ability testing will be eligible to participate in the written examination. Applicants shall present a medical clearance and release of liability from his or her personal physician before being admitted to the physical ability examination. Applicants who do not present a medical release may not participate in the examination and will not proceed further in the application process.

Where applicable, veteran’s preference points will be added in accordance with WV State Code to the score of those passing the written examination. Those wishing to claim veteran points shall provide their DD214 at time of written test.

Where applicable, WV certified law enforcement Officers in good standing will have preference points added to their passing score. Those wishing to claim the preference points shall provide a copy of their WV law enforcement certification at time of written test.

Applications may be obtained from the Randolph County Clerk’s Office or rcsowv.org. Completed applications must be returned either in person or by mail to the Randolph County Clerk’s Office, located at 2 Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241. Applications must be received at the Clerk’s Office no later than the close of business on Tuesday September 23, 2025.

Physical ability testing will be administered at Elkins High School at 09:00am on September 27, 2025. The written examination will be administered at 5:00pm on September 29, 2025 at 22 Buffalo Street, Elkins, WV.