Deputy Sheriff - Patrol ($2,500 Signing Allowance)

The Orange County Sheriff's Office in Orlando, Florida invites applicants to apply for the position of Deputy Sheriff Patrol.

Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Summary:

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.

Signing Allowance - Candidates with 2 years full-time law enforcement experience and Florida certified will receive a $2,500 signing allowance.

Qualifications: Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements: 

• Certificate of completion from a Florida law enforcement academy
• Passing score on the state law enforcement certification exam
• Good work history 
• Must be able to pass a background investigation
• High school or GED diploma
• At least 20 years of age
• U.S. Citizen
• Valid driver’s 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

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

• Online application
• 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.

Salary Range:

Detailed Salary Information: 

$46,009.60 - Candidates with less than 4 years law enforcement experience

$49,223.60 - Candidates with 4+ years of full-time law enforcement experience

Please visit our website www.ocso.com and review the job requirements listed in the "Civilian Positions” section under "Careers". In order to be considered for this position, you MUST complete your online application on that website. This posting is for the Orange County Sheriff's Office located in Orlando, Florida.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is a Veteran Friendly, Equal Opportunity Employer.