Deputy Sheriff – Patrol

Salary: $62,566/yr

Position Summary:

The incumbent in this position is responsible for the protection of life, property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work requires the ability to effectively use computer systems and electronic equipment; involves an element of personal danger; and entails frequent contact with the public under routine and emergency conditions. The incumbent is required to engage in the pursuit, apprehension, and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators, observed or when assistance is requested from dispatch or other deputy sheriffs.

Requirements:

• Florida Certified (vested with authority to bear arms and make arrests): Must have successfully completed the Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification or Equivalency of Training from a Florida law enforcement academy and a passing score on the Florida law enforcement officer certification exam.
• Currently Attending an Academy: Must be currently attending a Florida law enforcement officer academy. Must obtain passing score on the state law enforcement officer certification exam prior to receiving a conditional offer.
• Good verifiable work history.
• Accredited high school or GED diploma. (Will not accept a certificate of completion.)
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
• At least 20 years of age.
• U.S. Citizen.
• Valid driver’s license for the last year.
• Must have a valid Florida driver’s license prior to being hired.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony.
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence.
• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces.
• No illegal drug usage within the last year. Other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
• Good physical condition.
• Ability to provide police omnipresence through routine patrol. Check buildings to verify and confirm security of the structure. Conduct residential and business security surveys and provides security tips.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle and/or walk within residential or business areas to conduct routine patrol, surveillance, and investigative functions. Maintain constant engagement with the police radio for all transmissions to remain aware of pertinent activities. Back up other law enforcement officers (OCSO or other agencies) and request backup assistance as necessary. Communicate with dispatchers regularly by phone, computer/MDT or radio. Respond to calls for assistance and/or to determine if a crime has occurred. Investigate violations of Florida State Statutes, County Ordinances, and civil/criminal traffic infractions. May investigate violations of Federal Statutes. Interview complainants, suspects, witnesses, and victims. Arrest, search, and transport violators and/or prisoners. Communicate with supervisor per unit protocol. Conduct searches outdoors (i.e., cars, houses, buildings, etc.). Protect, secure, and process crime scenes. Establish a perimeter to contain a suspect when necessary. Evaluate tactical needs on every call for service. Recover stolen property. Perform field sobriety tests. Conduct felony stops. Assist other units with special details as necessary. Conduct post-crime follow-up investigations (i.e., shows mug shots, conducts lineups, checks records, gathers intelligence). Hand delivers and serves warrants.
• Perform routine traffic stops and directs traffic when necessary. Intervene in domestic disputes. Respond to non-law enforcement related calls for service/assistance. Counsel parties involved in crisis. Investigate missing person’s cases. Assist other agencies with their respective functions as necessary. Communicate important information to concerned citizens. Initiate Baker Act procedures, which may require physically restraining and taking qualifying persons into custody. Transport persons to various facilities. Hand delivers civil papers.
• Complete any necessary paperwork to include incident reports, Field Interview Reports, arrest affidavits, traffic citations, monthly statistics, administrative paperwork, and alarm notifications. Work with sensitive information and must maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to operate a computer/MDT for purposes such as word processing, accessing databases, and maintaining electronic files.
• Initiate citizen contacts for various purposes. Assist motorists and pedestrians in need of assistance. Refer the public to the appropriate agencies or services as necessary. Participate in special events and programs, including but not limited to, Neighborhood Watch and other community policing or law enforcement training or awareness programs.
• Review reports and/or depositions in preparation for subpoenas or hearings/court appearances. Communicate with the Assistant State Attorney regarding the case as necessary. Truthfully testifies at depositions, hearings, and/or other legal or court proceedings.
• Must keep current in all required certifications and trainings, including but not limited to, firearms, first aid/CPR, Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations training, physical exams, and courses required by FDLE. Stay abreast of changes to agency policies/procedures, State Statutes, or other applicable laws or ordinances. Maintain the required physical fitness level.
• Incumbents are required to maintain weapons, uniforms, and all other issued equipment according to policy; adhere to the vehicle maintenance schedule; and participate in required equipment inventories. The following list includes standard equipment required for use while on the job; more and/or different equipment may be involved depending on assignment or circumstances. Police radio, computers/MDT, vehicle, telephone, ASP baton, handgun, shotgun, chemical agents, ECD (i.e. taser), gas mask/respirator, PPE gear, riot helmet, first aid and CPR kit, fingerprint kit, fire extinguisher, leather gear, body armor, vest, flashlight, handcuffs, uniform and related clothing, and body worn camera.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, other law enforcement agencies, tourists, business partners, and the public.
• Must have proficient communication skills (i.e. verbal and nonverbal) and public speaking ability to present to diverse group size and population (i.e. age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, socio-economic level, etc.).
• Must have proficient interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain working relationships with the internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be able to interact with fellow employees, other agencies, and the public in a manner which represents the Orange County Sheriff’s Office in a positive manner.
• Ability to effectively work in collaboration with other units inside and outside of the agency to present information and respond to questions from other law enforcement agencies, community partners, business partners, and the public.
• Must possess knowledge of various resources available from other law enforcement agencies.
• Must have the ability to use audio-visual equipment.
• Must have effective organizational and administrative skills with the ability to work and manage multiple assignments at the same time, prioritize information appropriately and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills (i.e. add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals).
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages and to read and distinguish the order of numbers.
• Must have basic computer skills to include word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Must have the ability to maintain electronic files and use the internet effectively to research information.
• The mental requirements described in the deputy sheriff job description are representative but not inclusive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must demonstrate proficient knowledge and understanding of current laws, investigative procedures and policies of the OCSO, search warrants, arrest warrants, Enforce County Ordinances, Traffic and Criminal laws of the State of Florida.