***Certified - Law Enforcement Deputy

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office

Largo (FL)

On-site

USD 72,000 - 76,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Pinellas County Sheriff's Office seeks a Deputy Sheriff - Law Enforcement, with a mandatory Florida law enforcement certification and eligibility for the associated experience pay schedule. The job requires 21 years of age and residency within listed Florida counties, plus a valid Florida driver's license.

Expected duties include patrol, arrests, investigations, court testimony, and participation in training and community relations.

Qualifications

Must be Florida certified as a Law Enforcement Officer to qualify.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must reside in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Manatee, or Hernando counties.
Must meet Florida CJSTC standards and possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas to preserve public order and prevent crime.
Make arrests and testify in court; investigate crimes and traffic incidents.
Transport detainees and prepare reports and evidence for court.
Enforce laws, issue warrants, serve court orders, and direct traffic when required.
Participate in training, recruitment, and community relations activities.

Job description

Nature of Work

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff - Law Enforcement with a hire date of March 8, 2027. If you have any questions pertaining to this position, please contact Recruiting Deputy D. Kirchgraber at dkirchgraber@pcsonet.com or Deputy B. Toles at btoles@pcsonet.com.

You must be Law Enforcement Certified in the state of Florida to qualify for this position. If you are not yet certified, you are eligible to apply for the Law Enforcement Deputy Recruit position.

This position requires that the applicant be at least 21 years of age and meet the requirements and standards of the Florida (CJSTC) Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as authorized by F.S.S. 943.13.

Due to different application processes, when applying for any Deputy vacancy, we ask that you limit your application to one position.

Certified Law Enforcement Experience Pay

1 year = $71,738
2 years = $72,455
3 years = $73,360
4 years = $74,277
5+ years = $75,575

With three (3) or more years Certified Law Enforcement experience, eligible to receive:

Signing Bonus = $5,000
Relocation Stipend to Pinellas County:
From out-of-state = $3,000
From Manatee, Hillsborough, Pasco or Hernando Counties = $500
From all other Florida locations = $1,500

With less than three (3) years Certified Law Enforcement experience, eligible to receive:

Signing Bonus= $3,000

First time newly employed Law Enforcement Officers in the State of Florida may be eligible for an additional bonus up to $5,000 through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity while funding is available.

10% shift differential for night shift

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office deputies are prohibited from having any tattoo(s), temporary decal(s), and / or body art that is visible on the head, scalp, face, ears, neck, or hands (defined as the area from the wrist to the fingertips), while wearing the agency uniform.

If you are a Certified Law Enforcement Officer/Certified Detention and Corrections Officer outside the state of Florida, you may be exempt from having to complete the full basic recruit academy upon relocating to Florida. Click here to view additional information regarding the exemption.

A Certified Deputy must have the ability to perform essential physical tasks at a set standard. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office requires potential candidates to meet the listed standards prior to being offered employment. Click the following link to view the physical assessment requirements: https://pinellassheriff.gov/media/NeoGov/pat-new.pdf The review and selection process varies by position and applicant; in all instances the maximum duration is 22 weeks.

Under the general direction of a Law Enforcement Sergeant, or designee, performs general law enforcement work of average difficulty and responsibility in the preservation and protection of life and property, the prevention of crime, the maintenance of good public order, the enforcement of civil and criminal law, and other related duties as required by direction or assignment. All assignments involve responsibility for recognizing the social importance of the law enforcement function and for conscientious and effective performance of duties without immediate supervision. Deputy exercises judgment and individual initiative in the performance of routine duties and in emergency situations.

Positions require the member to work on rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays. Duties are generally performed on an assigned shift, but the deputy may be called upon to continue assigned duties or special work assignments on other shifts and/or at such times as directed to best fill the efficient and effective operations of the Sheriff’s Office. Work is reviewed through personal observation, inspections and by discussion and review of daily reports for adherence to prescribed methods and procedures.

Members in this position must reside in the following counties: Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Manatee, or Hernando.

Pursuit, apprehension, and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators
Patrols assigned areas of the County to preserve public order and tranquility, and to prevent and/or discover the commission of crimes against person or property
Makes arrests and testifies in the prosecution of law violators; conducts preliminary and/or detailed investigations of the commission of crime or law violations
Protects the crime scene, gathers and preserves matters of evidence, takes and records testimony; directs the flow of traffic when required; investigates traffic accidents
Transports arrested individuals to jail, and prepares offense and case reports and investigative information for evidence for court
Serves warrants, capias, court orders and other legal processes; locates and arrests persons wanted on warrants or court orders
Enforces the traffic laws and arrests or issues summons to traffic law violators; reports unsafe road conditions; directs the flow of traffic when required; investigates traffic accidents
Participates in work involving juveniles, making preliminary and/or detailed investigation and follow-up, referring such cases as needed to Juvenile Court
Assists in the training of personnel
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work
Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age
High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
Certification of completion of law enforcement training as required by the State of Florida
Meet requirements and standards of the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as authorized by F.S.S. 943.13
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License (minimum Class E)
Consideration for this position requires a credit check

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of the application of modern law enforcement principles and practices
Knowledge of the importance of law enforcement work, the geography of Pinellas County, its unincorporated areas, and the general roadway system of the County
Knowledge of General Orders and standard operating procedures
Knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations
Knowledge of first aid practices
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Ability to cope with stressful situations and perform calmly under stressful conditions
Ability to work closely with others as a team
Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports
Ability to enforce the law with firmness, tact and impartiality and to deal courteously with the public
Ability to recognize and understand the emotional and physical reactions of both victims and perpetrators of crimes
Ability to render physical assistance
Skill in calmly and systematically eliciting critical information from individuals who may be injured and/or highly emotional
Ability to maintain a level of physical conditioning to be able to physically subdue, restrain, and apprehend law violators
Ability to meet requirements of periodic in-service training in all high liability areas (firearms, defensive tactics, A.S.P., tactical driving)
Ability to adhere, at all times, to the standards and principles of honesty and integrity, and to keep your private life unsullied as an example to all
Ability to comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act

Physical Abilities

Requires satisfactory medical standards as stated on FDLE form CJSTC 75A, agency medical physical clearance form, and the following:
- Visual acuity of 20/30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20/30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/100 in each eye
- Hearing acuity, single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each ear
Ability to lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Ability to sit, stand and walk up to 12 hours per day
Ability to perceive sounds at normal voice range and sounds transmitted by radio and sirens
Ability to operate authorized revolver or semi-automatic handguns designated by the agency from a standing, crouching, kneeling, or prone position with either hand with accuracy; essentials for this requirement shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: grip, stance, sighting under various lighting conditions, trigger control, body positioning, drawing techniques and loading/unloading
Ability to drive a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to utilize standard vehicle emergency equipment; ability to use mirrors for safe vehicle operation
Ability to properly identify colors utilized in descriptions
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

This list of functions, duties, responsibilities, skills, and physical abilities is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

We offer a complete benefits package to full and part-time employees.

To view the PCSO Benefits Guide click here.

I understand that I must be certified in Law Enforcement to be considered for this position.

I understand this requirement.

I understand that if I am certified in a state other than Florida, I must complete the Equivalency of Training (EOT) for the same certification (Corrections or Law Enforcement) in order to be considered for this position.

I understand the above information and instructions.

Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education?

The minimum age requirement for Detention Deputy is 19 years old and for Law Enforcement Deputy is 21 years old. Do you meet this requirement?

Are you a citizen of the United States?

This position requires members to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays according to their assigned shift and based on agency need. Are you available to work this schedule?

I understand this position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work.

To remain in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office must determine if it is necessary and/or possible to provide reasonable accommodations to all potential employees. Ensure you have read and thoroughly understand the job description and requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Can you perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation?

I am capable of performing the duties of the job as described.
I am capable of performing the duties of this job with reasonable accommodation.
I am not capable of performing the duties of this job.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony, regardless of whether the sentence was suspended, adjudication withheld, you pled no contest, or the conviction was sealed or expunged?

Within the last twelve (12) months, have you illegally possessed or used any illegal drug? This includes marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, LSD, THC, or any other derivatives.