Job Description
The Deputy will administer the laws of Sarasota County, the State of Florida and of the United States in a fair, impartial and professional manner. The Deputy will have duties that consist of, but not limited to patrolling areas, conducting traffic stops, informing suspects of their rights, arresting suspects, mediating domestic disputes, protecting crime scenes until assistance arrives, reviewing BOLOS, pursuing vehicles, preparing reports or affidavits and any other law enforcement duties deemed appropriate.
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 21 years old
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be a US citizen
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must also have one of the following:
– Associate’s Degree or equivalent from and accredited college or university;
– Prior military services with completed military contract and Honorable discharge;
– Three (3) years prior full time Law Enforcement experience. Experience must have occurred within three (3) years of application;
– Three (3) years prior experience as a corrections deputy with the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office
Additional Information
Military or prior LE experienced applicants who do not possess an AA Degree or equivalent must successfully complete the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test and achieve a score of 267 or higher in Verbal Skills and 241 or higher in Quantitative Skills (math).
SCSO Is an Equal Opportunity Employer