Beach Community Service Officer – Civilian Public Safety

Publicsafetyapp; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Walton County Sheriff's Office seeks a Community Service Officer to support the Beach Patrol with non-sworn public safety tasks. You will educate beach visitors, assist with public safety requests, and help maintain records and reports for incidents and citizen inquiries.

Responsibilities include traffic control, event escorts, and community policing activities, with training and ongoing education. This full-time position is based at the beach areas of Walton County, Florida.

Qualifications

• Education and experience requirements include a high school diploma or GED; two years of customer service experience (volunteer ok).
• Level II/III require higher experience or equivalent training; must be at least 21 years old and hold a Florida driver license.
• Roles involve non-sworn, civilian duties coordinating with patrol, records, and public safety tasks.

Responsibilities

• Educate visitors about Walton County beaches and municipal codes.
• Assist with voluntary compliance and traffic direction.
• Prepare written reports and assist with court appearances when needed.
• Connect individuals with local, regional, and federal assistance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Situational awareness

Public speaking

Safe driving

Legal knowledge

Map-reading

Report writing

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Walton County Sheriff's Office seeks a Community Service Officer to support the Beach Patrol with non-sworn public safety tasks. You will educate beach visitors, assist with public safety requests, and help maintain records and reports for incidents and citizen inquiries.

Responsibilities include traffic control, event escorts, and community policing activities, with training and ongoing education. This full-time position is based at the beach areas of Walton County, Florida.