Commonwealth of Kentucky CALDWELL COUNTY SHERIFF

The Caldwell County Sheriff is the Chief Law Enforcement Officer of Caldwell County. The Sheriff’s office is responsible for maintaining peace within the borders of the county. The Sheriff’s Office currently has twelve employees; six deputies, three court security officers and three clerks. The primary mission of the Sheriff’s Office is to protect the rights of persons and property, prevent crime, and provide assistance to citizens in emergency situations.

The Sheriff and his deputies are the executive officers of the courts of Caldwell County, serving warrants, court summonses, and other court processes for the courts of Caldwell County and other jurisdictions. They are bailiffs of the court for Caldwell County District Court, Caldwell Circuit Court, and Caldwell Fiscal Court. Their duties also include transporting mental patients, juveniles, and prisoners for court purposes.

The Sheriff’s Office also collects property, franchise, oil, and unmined mineral taxes for the various taxing districts of Caldwell County.

WE ARE HIRING!

The Caldwell Co Sheriff's Office has immediate openings for deputy sheriff- COULD THIS BE YOU? We are accepting applicants who are POPS certified and those who are not. Uncertified will need to complete the training academy in Richmond, Kentucky.

Requirements (short listed) for applicants:

1. Must be at least 21 years of age.

2. Be a US citizen

3. High school diploma or GED

4. Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle

5. Pass a criminal background check and be fingerprinted

6. Have not been convicted of a felony

7. Not be prohibited by law from possessing a firearm

8. Must pass a drug screening test

9. Pass all preemployment and pre-training requirements

Successful candidates will be require to have the ability to multitask, good judgement, emotional self-control, good communication sklls, dedicated to teamwork, and have high morals, character, and integrity.

Applications can be picked up at the Caldwell Co Sheriff's Office located at 100 E. Market St., Rooom 25, Princeton, Ky. You may call the office at 270-365-2088 with any questions.

Caldwell Co Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employment Agency

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The 2025 property tax bills will be mailed October 30, 2025. They become due and payable November 1, 2025. Property tax bills are mailed directly to the owner. You will need to forward to any third party such as escrow companies. Drop box is available on the East side of the courthouse. Hours are 8 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. The sheriff's office observes State Holiday closures. Payments can be cash, check, cashier's check, money order or credit card (in person). Amount for checks, MO, and CC must be exact. Postmarks are accepted. Desk stamps are NOT accepted.

Collection dates are:

November 1-30, 2025 2% discount

December 1-31, 2025 Face Amount

January 1-31, 2026 5% Penalty

February 1-April 15, 2026 21% Penalty

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