JOB
The Deputy Sheriff Reserve position is a part time law enforcement position.The Broward Sheriff's Office is now offering condensed testing for out of area candidates. Human Resources will schedule and coordinate the selection process within a short time frame to minimize travel. Applicants are responsible for all travel expenses.DO NOT SUBMIT THE ONLINE APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTING THE ONLINE APPLICATION: SWIMMING and BASIC MOTOR SKILLS tests results.If ever arrested, submit official court disposition, police report, and written statement for review.FDLE Certification documentation.Certified "entire" driving history.DD214 Member 4 form (if claiming Veterans' Preference). INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age of 19 years.United States Citizen at time of application (F.S.S.943.13(2)).High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.Must not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement as an adult. All other arrests and convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. All candidates must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation (F.S.S. 943.13). If ever arrested, candidates must submit official court documents and police reports with the application. A written statement explaining the arrest and the outcome must also be attached to the application for review. Official court documents can be obtained from the Clerk of the Court in the county in which the incident occurred. Documents must be submitted with your application.Must successfully pass the SWIMMING and BASIC MOTOR SKILLS tests prior to submitting an application. Results for all required tests must be attached to the online application. Candidates must be Law Enforcement Certified in the state of Florida at the time of application. FDLE Certification must be attached to the online application. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form to the online application.Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance. Driver license must show current address. All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three year, 7 year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted.If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 10 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles.The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.Driving history records must be attached to the online application.To view additional information on the required Swimming and Basic Motor Skills tests, please visit the Broward College Institute of Public Safety Testing Center website: Testing CenterTo view the Broward College Physical Fitness Preparation Guide, please click on the following link: Physical Fitness Preparation Guide
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This is law enforcement and public safety work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Employees in this classification perform work in varied law enforcement assignments, including but not necessarily limited to, motorized patrol, traffic control and enforcement, preliminary and follow-up investigation at crime scenes, courthouse and port security, vessel patrol, scuba diving, K-9 handling, serving writs, other court process actions, and assistance in public safety education and community service programs. Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent discretion in addressing emergency situations. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. Incumbents perform essential class functions as outlined herein according to functional area of assignment. Performs related work as directed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis. BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.