**Academy Sponsorship - Deputy Sheriff Recruit

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　　**Academy Sponsorship - Deputy Sheriff Recruit

　　Location

　　Uniform Patrol in Orange County, FL

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　24-00283

　　Department

　　Training

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　JOB SUMMARY

　　Starting Salary: $24.50/hr.

　　MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　Competitive candidates are encouraged to apply for a limited number of paid sponsorships to a law enforcement academy. A strong candidate has a good work history and a low incident rate of substance abuse. #oj

　　Minimum Requirements

　　Good verifiable work history.

　　Accredited high school or GED diploma. (Will not accept a certificate of completion.)

　　Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.

　　At least 20 years of age.

　　U.S. Citizen.

　　Valid driver's license for the last year.

　　Must not have been convicted of a felony.

　　Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence.

　　Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces.

　　No illegal drug usage within the last year. Other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

　　Good physical condition.

　　PROCESSING & TRAINING

　　All candidates for sponsorship positions will participate in the following steps:

　　Online application

　　Physical Abilities Test (PAT) - View Details of Fitness Standards (https://www.ocso.com/Careers/Employment-Information/fitness-standards)

　　Voice Stress Analysis (truth verification)

　　Ride-along with a deputy (optional) - N/A due to COVID-19

　　Complete Background Check

　　Medical exam & drug screen (after conditional job offer)

　　Psychological Evaluation (after conditional job offer)

　　Once selected for processing, candidates for academy sponsorship must take the Basic Abilities Test (BAT) available at any law enforcement academy in the State of Florida.

　　Processing time on average is 3-5 months.

　　Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work involves an element of personal danger and frequent contact with the public during routine and emergency situations.

　　TRAINING:

　　Recruits hired for sponsorship to the law enforcement academy will attend an FDLE Law Enforcement Academy which will prepare them physically and mentally for a career in law enforcement.

　　Academy graduates are sworn-in as deputy sheriffs and begin Basic Recruit Training (BRT). This extensive 9-week program covers all high liability areas, including driving, shooting, defensive tactics, and agency policies and procedures. After successfully completing Basic Recruit Training, new deputies will complete an additional 14 weeks in the Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP). This one-on-one training with a certified Field Training Officer ensures that all new deputies are fully prepared to be a solo deputy.

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

　　Physical Demands:

　　Cardiovascular strength and stamina including the ability to chase subjects on foot through various terrains (i.e. up/down stairs, around buildings, on city streets, through or in between natural barriers such as water, trees, bushes, etc., or a combination of these, etc.)

　　Must be able to engage in violent and physical confrontations including physical fighting with subjects and/or re-directing them to the ground.

　　Must be able to physically secure a resisting subject with the appropriate restraints after a physical confrontation.

　　Visual depth, distance, and color perception, night and peripheral vision.

　　Must be able to meet the agency's hearing standard established by the agency's Occupational Medical Physicians.

　　Must meet visual requirements of at least correctable to 20/40 in each eye.

　　Must be able to use both hands simultaneously and have manual and finger dexterity.

　　Flexibility of upper body and limbs and ability to reach with hands and arms.

　　Strength in upper and lower body, legs, back, arms, and hands.

　　Must be able to wear a utility equipment belt capable of carrying multiple pieces of required equipment for extended periods of time (on average, weighing approximately 20 pounds).

　　Coordination in legs, arms, hands, eye-hand; steadiness of hand/arm.

　　Physical speed; quick reflexes; balance/equilibrium; able to stand for long periods of time.

　　Ability to run, jump, climb, walk, sit, bend/lean over, twist/turn, and maneuver into and out of small spaces and vehicles. Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

　　Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and appropriately.

　　Ability to coordinate rhythm of compression and breaths during CPR.

　　Ability to accept acute pain

　　Work Environment:

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee may encounter the following: chemicals, fumes, toxic substances, dogs/animals, insects, noise, vibrations, slippery surfaces, lightning, explosives, oil, tobacco smoke, radiation, radar, allergenic substances, electrical hazards, possible burns, confined or cramped body position for extended periods, irregular or extended work hours, irregular eating and sleeping schedules, bodily injury, contact with blood, bodily fluids, infectious or contagious diseases. Ability to work and function in a variety of weather conditions that can quickly change. Weather conditions may include but are not limited to any combination of the following: humidity, low temperatures, high temperatures, heavy rain, exposure to sun, sudden temperature changes, hail, high winds, tornadoes, flooding, and hurricanes, etc. Ability to walk and run in various terrains that can quickly change. Various terrains may be encountered including high grass, woods, ditches, muck, sand, and small hills, as well as water sources such as lakes, rivers, and streams. Depending on assignment the employee may be required to work evening, midnight and/or weekend shifts. Shift times may vary.

　　The Orange County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Orange County Sheriff's Office may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

　　All full-time employees of the Orange County Sheriff's Office receive an excellent benefits and compensation package.

　　Sheriff contributes majority of cost for medical coverage

　　Life insurance and long term disability insurance is provided by Sheriff; employees may elect to purchase additional coverage

　　Retirement benefits are provided by the Florida Retirement System

　　Uniforms, weapons, and other equipment furnished

　　Education incentive and reimbursement programs

　　12 vacation days per year/accrues at 3.69 hours bi-weekly

　　Sick time accrues at 3.69 hours bi-weekly

　　13 paid holidays per year

　　Gym facilities in many agency buildings

　　01

　　You must be at least 20 years of age to work as a Law Enforcement Officer. If applying for a law enforcement position, are you at least 20 years of age?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Are you a United States citizen?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Do you have any tattoos or body ornamentation on the hands, head, neck, or face?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　Please provide the description(s) and location(s) of ALL tattoos / body ornamentation(s)?

　　05

　　Do you possess a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　How many college credits do you have?

　　07

　　Are you able to read, write and fluently speak English?

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　Are there any languages other than English that you can read, write, or speak fluently?

　　Yes

　　No

　　09

　　Please provide the other languages you can read, write, or speak fluently. Enter each language on a separate line and beside each enter whether you read, write, or speak the language fluently.

　　10

　　If you have a driver's license, what is your driver's license # and the state of issuance? Enter N/A if you have no driver's license.

　　11

　　Have you had a driver's license for at least one (1) year as of this application date?

　　Yes

　　No

　　12

　　Have you ever had your driver's license suspended or revoked?

　　Yes

　　No, or I do not have a driver's license

　　13

　　Please provide details of your driver's license suspension(s) / revocations(s), date(s), state(s) issued and explanation(s).

　　14

　　Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

　　Yes

　　No

　　15

　　Have you ever been arrested or charged with a felony and/or misdemeanor crime? Pursuant to F.S.S. 943.059, arrests that have been sealed or expunged must be disclosed.

　　Yes

　　No

　　16

　　Please provide the felony and/or misdemeanor arrest(s) or charge information and date(s). If applicable, please note whether the arrest was sealed or expunged.

　　17

　　Have you ever been convicted of any misdemeanor crime involving false statements, perjury, or domestic violence?

　　Yes

　　No

　　18

　　Please provide all misdemeanor conviction charge(s) involving false statements, perjury, or domestic violence and date(s).

　　19

　　Have you ever been a suspect or a defendant in any criminal investigation?

　　Yes

　　No

　　20

　　Please provide an explanation of all your criminal investigation(s) and associated dates.

　　21

　　Have you ever been involved in any criminal activity?

　　Yes

　　No

　　22

　　Please provide an explanation of all your criminal activity and associated dates.

　　23

　　Do you have regular or continuous associations or dealings with anyone under criminal investigation or indictment, or who is involved in criminal behavior?

　　Yes

　　No

　　24

　　Please provide an explanation of your associations with the individual(s) under criminal investigation or indictment and the criminal activity that is involved.

　　25

　　Are you now, or have you ever been, a member of a gang, extremist organization, or any association that engages in criminal activity?

　　Yes

　　No

　　26

　　Please provide the gang and/or association name, location(s) and the dates of involvement.

　　27

　　Have you been or known anyone who has been associated with any organization, past or present that would place the integrity of the Sheriff's Office in question? (e.g. KKK, Nazi organization, extremist organization, organized crime, etc.)

　　Yes

　　No

　　28

　　Please provide an explanation of these associations or dealings you have with these individuals that would place the integrity of the Sheriff's Office in question;. (e.g. KKK, Nazi organization, organized crime, etc.)

　　29

　　Have you ever used, possessed, or cultivated an illegal controlled substance?

　　Yes

　　No

　　30

　　Please provide an explanation of your drug use, and/or possession, and/or cultivation of an illegal controlled substance along with associated dates of last use/involvement.

　　31

　　Have you used marijuana, including any form of Cannabidoil (CBD), within the last year from the date of this application?

　　Yes

　　No

　　32

　　Please provide the details of your marijuana usage, including Cannabidoil (CBD), within the last year, location(s) and date(s).

　　33

　　Other than marijuana, have you used any illegal drug(s) or illegal controlled substance(s) within the last year year from the date of this application,? (e.g. - heroin, cocaine, LSD, other person's prescription, etc.)

　　Yes

　　No

　　34

　　Please provide the type(s) of illegal drug(s) used within the last year, location(s), and the dates last used.

　　35

　　Have you ever been involved in the sale/purchase of illegal drugs either directly or indirectly?

　　Yes

　　No

　　36

　　Please provide details of your illegal drug sale(s)/purchase involvement, location(s) and date(s).

　　37

　　Have you ever served in the armed forces (Military), and if so, what type of discharge did you receive?

　　I did not serve in the military

　　Honorable Discharge

　　Honorable Discharge under General Conditions

　　Dishonorable Discharge

　　Other

　　I am still an Active Reserve

　　38

　　What military branch(es), including any state National Guard, did you serve or are you currently serving in?

　　39

　　Please provide the dates of service to include Active and/or Reserve service.

　　40

　　Were you ever formally disciplined while in the military to include any Article 15's?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Not Applicable

　　41

　　Please provide type of military discipline(s), reasons for the discipline, and dates.

　　42

　　Have you received your Florida Law Enforcement certification or are you currently attending an academy?

　　No

　　Yes, I have my Florida law enforcement certification

　　Yes, I am currently attending a law enforcement academy

　　43

　　What academy did you attend (are attending) and what was/is your graduation date?

　　44

　　If you are currently employed by a law enforcement or corrections agency, are you currently under internal investigation?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Not Applicable

　　45

　　If you have prior law enforcement or corrections experience, have you ever been under internal investigation?

　　No, I have never been under internal investigation at a prior law enforcement or corrections agency

　　Yes, I have been under internal investigation at a prior law enforcement or corrections agency

　　Not Applicable

　　46

　　Please provide the employer's name where you were under internal investigation, to include each incident, date(s), and outcome.

　　47

　　Have you ever been disciplined by any past or current employer?

　　Yes

　　No

　　48

　　Please provide the employer's name where you were disciplined, type of discipline(s) and date(s).

　　49

　　Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign from a job?

　　Yes

　　No

　　50

　　Please provide the employer name(s) where your were terminated or asked to resign, reason for departure(s), and date(s) of termination(s)/resignation(s).

　　51

　　Have you applied with any other law enforcement agencies?

　　Yes

　　No

　　52

　　What agency, city/state and date(s) of application?

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　Orange County Sheriff's Office

　　Address

　　2500 West Colonial Drive Orlando, Florida, 32804

　　Phone

　　(407) 254-7490

　　Website

　　http://OCSO.COM

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