Deputy Sheriff - Reserve

Candidates who have already attended or are currently attending a Florida law enforcement academy may apply. This is a non-paid position. The ideal candidate possesses related work experience, college, and/or military experience. A strong candidate has favorable work history, driving history, credit ratings, and a low incident rate of substance abuse.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of accredited college (60 credit hours); OR Two years of active military duty or four continuous years of reserve/guard duty; OR Two years of full-time law enforcement or related experience (e.g., corrections, emergency communications, fire/rescue, security); OR A combination of the above.
• High school or GED diploma
• At least 20 years of age
• U.S. Citizen
• Valid drivers license for the last year and have no more than two moving violations over the past three years. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis
• No DUI convictions for the past 5 years. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis
• 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 over the past three years. Other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis
•  Good physical condition
•  Vision of 20/40 corrected or better

Processing

All candidates participate in a thorough hiring process, to ensure everyone hired meets our strict standards.

All candidates for reserve positions will participate in the following steps:

•  Online application
• Written Skills Test
• Voice Stress Analysis (truth verification)
• Panel Interview
• Swim Test
• Complete Background Check
• Medical exam & drug screen (after conditional job offer)
• Psychological Evaluation (after conditional job offer)

Processing time on average is 4-6 months.

Sworn Positions/Deputy Sheriff Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work involves an element of personal danger and frequent contact with the public during routine and emergency situations.

Salary

Reserve Deputies volunteer at least 20 hours each month, including a reserve meeting. This is a non-paid position.

Orange County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer