Deputy Sheriff Recruit
Salary: $19.76 Hourly
Position Summary:
Candidates are encouraged to apply for a limited number of paid sponsorships to a law enforcement academy at Eastern Florida State College (EFSC) Melbourne Campus. We are looking for strong candidates with an excellent work history who aspires to become a deputy sheriff.
Essential Functions:
- This is a trainee-level classification in which candidates are expected to successfully complete the Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) Academy and pass the State Officer Certification Exam. Candidates will then be reclassified as a Deputy Sheriff.
- When trainees are not actively engaged in academy courses, they will perform various office-related duties, training exercises and observation events during or after business hours.
- Regular, dependable, and punctual attendance is a requirement for this position.
Requirements:
- Must be 20 years of age
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must have a valid Class E Florida Driver’s License
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- Must have not been convicted of a felony