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Persons who gain or are appointed as full-time Certified Law Enforcement Officers with a Florida criminal justice agency on or after July 1, 2022 and who have never previously been employed as a Law Enforcement Officer within the State of Florida, are eligible for a One-Time Bonus Payment of $5,000.
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EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026, STARTING SALARY UP TO $78,557 for SWORN LAW ENFORCEMENT WITH PRIOR EXPERIENCE
This position performs general law enforcement work with the responsibility of preservation and protection of life and property, the prevention and investigation of crime,the maintenance of good public order, the enforcement of civil and criminal law and other related duties as directed or assigned. Work involves an element of personal danger. Employees must be able to act effectively without direct supervision and to exercise discretion, caution, common sense, reasonable calmness, and self-control under adverse conditions while maintaining control of a particular situation or emergency.
Duties may involve other special assignments of similar complexity including forest patrol, search and rescue, mental health unit, and homeless outreach street team, providing assistance to those who are unable to care for themselves, the intoxicated, addicted, mentally ill, physically disabled, and persons of all ages. Work may be performed either in uniform or plain clothes, on foot or in an automobile, and on any assigned shift.
Employees report to a designated Sergeant and are responsible to their Lieutenant, Captain, Chief, Assistant Sheriff, and the Sheriff. Performance is evaluated through reports, personal contact, inspection, examination, discussions, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.
The position adheres to the agency core values of honesty and integrity, accountability, teamwork, trust and respect and commitment to excellence and acts in accordance with the Canon of Law Enforcement Ethics.
To be successful in this position, the employee must demonstrate competency in local, state and federal statutes and ordinances, officer safety, firearms proficiency, knowledge of geographical jurisdiction, defensive and control tactics, conflict resolution, general communication skills (both written and oral), inter-personal skills, problem solving, driving, team building skills and interviewing skills.
The establishment of the eligibility list is based upon the successful completion of the following sequential steps (each step must be successfully completed in order to be eligible for the next step):
1. Pass LCSO's Physical Abilities Test in 6 minutes 4 seconds.
2. Complete the Oral Board process.
3. Receive approval of the Sheriff. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Pursue and effect the immediate apprehension and arrest of persons suspected of committing criminal violations directed to his/her attention.
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Investigate all complaints which are assigned or brought to his/her attention and report or take law enforcement action in those cases under the jurisdiction of LCSO.
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Provide citizens with general information, advice, etc., whenever possible.
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Prevent the commission of crimes, suppress all forms of commercialized vice, and detain and apprehend criminals.
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Under no circumstances make public any information that may jeopardize the successful completion of an investigation or the apprehension of a perpetrator.
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Observe all persons who arouse suspicion and investigate within the parameters of law any person whose appearance, conduct, or presence seems suspicious. Upon the interview of such persons, attempt to obtain information which will aid the reduction of criminal activity.
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Be thoroughly familiar with the boundaries of Leon County in relation to neighboring counties and be familiar with the proper names and locations of all streets, avenues, terraces, roads, drives, places, courts, main thoroughfares, alleys, public buildings, hospitals, and any other landmark locations in Leon County.
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Be thoroughly familiar with criminal laws and keep up to date with all new changes in Florida State Statutes; also, be familiar with Federal Law and County Ordinances.
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Provide rescue and first aid services in response to accidents, disasters, or other emergency situations.
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Provide referral and follow-up services to resolve domestic and civil crises.
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Advise merchants and the general public regarding suitable crime prevention methods.
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Constantly be on alert to cultivate sources of information that will aid in the solving of crime, the apprehension of offenders, the suppression of vice and organized crime, and establishing informants in accordance with agency policy.
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Respond to situations involving in-progress or recent criminal activity, restore or maintain order, then gather information and evidence accordingly.
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Patrol assigned areas and give particular attention to and re-check locations where public nuisance and crime hazard is great.
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Be available for service at all times while on duty either by radio or telephone.
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Write all reports as directed in agency policy and procedures; complete and relinquish all reports prior to completing a work shift, unless authorized by a supervisor.
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Take into official custody property that has been lost, stolen, or abandoned in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
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Testify in court or depositions as necessary.
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Conduct in-depth investigations of criminal incidents, either independently or as part of a coordinated effort.
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Observe, report, and whenever feasible, follow-up on conditions which pose potential threats to public safety and health.
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Maintain an alert and military bearing upon the streets or while in a vehicle.
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Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of all assigned equipment.
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May, on a limited or occasional basis, assist in other areas of the agency.
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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.
Deputy Sheriff assigned to Forest or Search and Rescue will perform these additional duties:-
Responsible for all search and rescue coordination with the US National Forest Service, Search and Rescue Volunteers as well as State Emergency Management.
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Manages the coordinated response to catastrophic events such as wildfires, floods, nuisance bear and alligator complaints.
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Patrol the Apalachicola National Forest to include hunting camps, parks, and ATV trails.
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Provide safety reports on forest trail conditions as well as equestrian trails, bike trails, and hiking trails.
Deputy Sheriff assigned to Homeless Outreach Street Team or Mental Health Unit will perform these additional duties:-
Respond to in-progress calls for service involved individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
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Work closely with a Crisis Response Specialist and behavioral health providers and follow-up with individuals to ensure appropriate referral to behavioral health services.
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Conduct investigations and referrals to assist homeless individuals in obtaining services through social service organizations to help them gain employment, housing, alcohol/drug treatment, food, and others needs related to homelessness.
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Work closely with social service professionals to ensure on-going support and follow-up on referrals.
Deputy Sheriff assigned to School Resource Unit will perform these additional duties:
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Provide security and safety on Leon County School Campuses.
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Counsel and educate youth.
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Identify and check-in with at risk youth.
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Be familiar with community resources that aid youth and their families.
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Promote a positive view and aspect of law enforcement.
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Present various subjects to provide youth with a basic understanding of laws.
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Foster positive relationships with school administrations within the guidelines of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office.
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Participate in youth programs, mentor, and coaching.
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Familiar with and able to document threat assessments.
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Conduct initial screening interviews and needs assessments to identify service needs of individuals who have been designated at-risk for violence.
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Connect high-risk individuals with appropriate community service providers by issuing needs-based referrals.
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Serve as an advocate to connect clients to services. Assist with navigating provider and governmental bureaucracies that can be intimidating or confusing.
Deputy Sheriff assigned to CSMB will perform these additional duties:-
Build trust-based relationships with men and boys at risk for violence through outreach and direct engagement.
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Conduct initial screening interviews and needs assessments to identify service needs of individuals who have been designated at-risk for violence.
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Connect high-risk individuals with appropriate community service providers by issuing needs-based referrals.
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Conduct follow-up with clients to track referral outcomes and address any barriers to access.
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Serve as an advocate to connect clients to services. Assist with navigating provider and governmental bureaucracies that can be intimidating or confusing.
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Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, referrals, and outcomes utilizing the designated case management system.
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Organize forums where law enforcement and the community can connect.
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Show a positive side of law enforcement through mentorship and outreach.
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Educate men and boys on how the law works and how to avoid legal pitfalls.
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the position. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:-
Sit/stand for extended periods of time.
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See/hear at normal range.
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Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently.
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Ambulate independently.
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Lift/carry 150 pounds.
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Push/pull moderate to heavy loads.
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Bend and squat.
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Manual dexterity.
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Drive a vehicle.
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Pass standard Physical Agility Test as required.
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Pass Firearms and Defensive Tactics courses as required.
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Pass various driving tests as required.
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Pass all other courses/training as mandated by LCSO and/or FCJSTC.
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May operate an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Deputy assigned to forest patrol.
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Load and offload an ATV and other equipment for Deputy assigned to forest patrol.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:-
Position requires frequent work outdoors, during high and low temperatures and inclement weather or disasters.
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Position has an increased risk of occupational exposure to hazardous and infectious materials.
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Must be able to wear required uniform and equipment including a safety belt weighing 10 or more pounds.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES:
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Knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations and the application of such to the performance of the job.
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Knowledge of the geography of the County, its unincorporated areas and the general roadway system of the County.
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Knowledge of first aid practices and the ability to render physical assistance to victims.
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Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
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Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
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Ability to cope with stressful situations and perform calmly under stressful conditions.
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Testify at trials, hearings, grand juries and/or depositions truthfully, accurately and professionally.
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Ability to work closely with others as a team.
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Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports.
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Ability to enforce the law with firmness, tact and impartiality and to deal courteously with the public.
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Ability to maintain a level of physical conditioning to be able to physically subdue, restrain, and apprehend law violators.
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Ability to meet requirements of periodic in-service training in all high liability areas as well as all requirements to maintain the position's certification.
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Ability to adhere to the standards and principles of the agency's core values, abide by the Canon of Law Enforcement Ethics and professionally represent the agency.
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Possess investigative skills and apply the skills in real time situations including but not limited to evidence collection, interviews with witnesses or suspects, linking of key facts in a case, authoring a legally supported probable cause and laying the groundwork for a solvable case.
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Skill in calmly and systematically eliciting critical information from individuals who may be injured and/or highly emotional.
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Skill in firearms to be able to operate authorized firearms designated by the agency from a standing, crouch, kneeling, or prone position with the dominant hand with accuracy.
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Skill in the operation of motor vehicles in a safe and efficient manner in a law enforcement environment. Essentials for this requirement shall include, but not be limited to ability to sit in a standard car seat, ability to use right foot for operation of gas pedal, ability to use right foot for operation of brake pedal, ability to use gearshift, ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver's license (minimum Class E), ability to properly identify colors utilized in descriptions.
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Ability to report to work timely, consistently and as scheduled.
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Ability to report to work in times of an emergency disaster as declared by local, state or federal officials or agencies.
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Ability to work rotating 8–12-hour shifts involving daytime and night-time hours as well as weekends.
