Deputy Sheriff Cadet

Summary

DescriptionA training position involving attendance at a recognized law enforcement academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff. This position requires commitment, diligence, and initiative.DescriptionA training position involving attendance at a recognized law enforcement academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff. This position requires commitment, diligence, and initiative.Work is performed under the supervision of the Training Bureau Sergeants and the Judicial Services and Training Division Commander. Performance is evaluated through observation and grades obtained.Examples of DutiesAttend and successfully complete a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Basic Law Enforcement Certification coursePass the FDLE state certification examinationMeet all standards required for employment as an Alachua County Sheriff\'s Office Deputy SheriffTypical QualificationsEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:High School / GEDRequiredAssociate\'s DegreePreferredBachelor\'s DegreePreferredPreferred Major(s): Criminal Justice, Psychology, or other related fieldExperience And TrainingNoneCERTIFICATION AND LICENSING:Current, valid Florida driver's licenseOTHER REQUIREMENTS:Must be 21 years of ageMust be a citizen of the United StatesMust qualify with one of the following residency requirements:Reside within the boundaries of Alachua CountyReside in one of the counties that are contiguous to Alachua County providing their residence is no further than twenty (20) minutes from the Alachua County line or one (1) hour from the main buildingMust be willing to enter into a pre-employment agreement regarding length of ACSO employmentPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sit/stand for extended periods of timeSee/hear at a normal rangeSpeak, read, write, and understand English fluentlyAmbulate independentlyLift/carry 150 poundsPush/pull moderate to heavy loadsBend and squatManual dexterityDrive a vehiclePass ACSO's standard Physical Agility Test as requiredPass ACSO's Firearms and Defensive Tactics courses as requiredPass ACSO's various driving tests as requiredPass all other courses/training as mandated by ACSO and/or FCJSTCKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesAbility to learn material presented at the academyAbility to analyze problems quickly and effectivelyAbility to apply modern law enforcement principles/procedures to solve practical problemsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to comprehend and follow instructions and ordersGood knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spellingWe offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who work 20 hours or more a week. These benefits include health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending account, and life insurance. Holidays, vacation, and sick leave hours are provided to all full-time employees.A detailed breakdown of our benefits can be found here. We also offer cutting edge and comprehensive training available for law enforcement.The Alachua County Sheriff\'s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Alachua County Sheriff\'s Office gives preference in employment/appointment to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants with disabilities will be reasonably accommodated in the application process. Minorities and protected classes are encouraged to apply.01The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agree02This position requires that you be 21 years old. Are you 21 years old or older?YesNo03Do you have a current, valid Florida driver license?YesNo04This position requires you to have earned a High School Diploma or GED. Do you meet this requirement?YesNo05This position requires that you are a United States Citizen. Are you a United States Citizen?Yes, I am a United States CitizenNo, I am NOT a United States Citizen06Do you accept that you will be required to work in all types of inclement weather conditions, to include driving, directing traffic, answering calls for service and any other duties assigned by a supervisor or higher authority?YesNo07Do you understand that you may be called in for emergencies or to accommodate staffing requirements?YesNo08Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts?YesNo09This position requires that you must meet certain experience requirements. Please select which of these you meet below.I have a two year degree and can provide official sealed transcripts upon requestI have a total of two (2) years combined experiences in education, military service, or certified correctionsI have two (2) years post high school full time continuous employment with a single employer (self employment or contract work does not satisfy this requirement)I do not meet these requirements10In the past five (5) years, have you received any Conviction or Adjudication Withheld regarding DUI and/or Fleeing/Eluding an Officer?YesNo11Do you have an active/open case for driving under the influence (DUI) or fleeing/eluding an officer?YesNo12Have you ever been convicted of a felony, convicted of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement, or dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Military?YesNo13Have you tried, used, or experimented with any illegal drug/controlled substance, other than marijuana, within the last five years?YesNo14Have you sold, delivered, or trafficked illegal drugs for profiting purposes within the last five (5) years?YesNo15Do you wear gauged earrings or have enlarged/stretched out holes in your ear larger than 1/4 inch in diameter?YesNo16Do you have visible facial piercings or unnaturally colored/graphically designed contact lenses that you would not be able to remove during your shift?YesNo17Do you have a split/forked tongue, foreign objects inserted under the skin to create a design or pattern, or intentional scarring on your face or head?YesNo18Do you have any tattoos that would be visible outside of a uniform (head, face, neck, arms, hands)?Yes, and I will submit pictures of them BEFORE finalizing my application by uploading them to my profile.Yes, but they are not visible outside of a uniformI do not have any tattoosRequired Question#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

DescriptionA training position involving attendance at a recognized law enforcement academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff. This position requires commitment, diligence, and initiative.DescriptionA training position involving attendance at a recognized law enforcement academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff. This position requires commitment, diligence, and initiative.Work is performed under the supervision of the Training Bureau Sergeants and the Judicial Services and Training Division Commander. Performance is evaluated through observation and grades obtained.Examples of DutiesAttend and successfully complete a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Basic Law Enforcement Certification coursePass the FDLE state certification examinationMeet all standards required for employment as an Alachua County Sheriff\'s Office Deputy SheriffTypical QualificationsEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:High School / GEDRequiredAssociate\'s DegreePreferredBachelor\'s DegreePreferredPreferred Major(s): Criminal Justice, Psychology, or other related fieldExperience And TrainingNoneCERTIFICATION AND LICENSING:Current, valid Florida driver's licenseOTHER REQUIREMENTS:Must be 21 years of ageMust be a citizen of the United StatesMust qualify with one of the following residency requirements:Reside within the boundaries of Alachua CountyReside in one of the counties that are contiguous to Alachua County providing their residence is no further than twenty (20) minutes from the Alachua County line or one (1) hour from the main buildingMust be willing to enter into a pre-employment agreement regarding length of ACSO employmentPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sit/stand for extended periods of timeSee/hear at a normal rangeSpeak, read, write, and understand English fluentlyAmbulate independentlyLift/carry 150 poundsPush/pull moderate to heavy loadsBend and squatManual dexterityDrive a vehiclePass ACSO's standard Physical Agility Test as requiredPass ACSO's Firearms and Defensive Tactics courses as requiredPass ACSO's various driving tests as requiredPass all other courses/training as mandated by ACSO and/or FCJSTCKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesAbility to learn material presented at the academyAbility to analyze problems quickly and effectivelyAbility to apply modern law enforcement principles/procedures to solve practical problemsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to comprehend and follow instructions and ordersGood knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spellingWe offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who work 20 hours or more a week. These benefits include health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending account, and life insurance. Holidays, vacation, and sick leave hours are provided to all full-time employees.A detailed breakdown of our benefits can be found here. We also offer cutting edge and comprehensive training available for law enforcement.The Alachua County Sheriff\'s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Alachua County Sheriff\'s Office gives preference in employment/appointment to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants with disabilities will be reasonably accommodated in the application process. Minorities and protected classes are encouraged to apply.01The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agree02This position requires that you be 21 years old. Are you 21 years old or older?YesNo03Do you have a current, valid Florida driver license?YesNo04This position requires you to have earned a High School Diploma or GED. Do you meet this requirement?YesNo05This position requires that you are a United States Citizen. Are you a United States Citizen?Yes, I am a United States CitizenNo, I am NOT a United States Citizen06Do you accept that you will be required to work in all types of inclement weather conditions, to include driving, directing traffic, answering calls for service and any other duties assigned by a supervisor or higher authority?YesNo07Do you understand that you may be called in for emergencies or to accommodate staffing requirements?YesNo08Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts?YesNo09This position requires that you must meet certain experience requirements. Please select which of these you meet below.I have a two year degree and can provide official sealed transcripts upon requestI have a total of two (2) years combined experiences in education, military service, or certified correctionsI have two (2) years post high school full time continuous employment with a single employer (self employment or contract work does not satisfy this requirement)I do not meet these requirements10In the past five (5) years, have you received any Conviction or Adjudication Withheld regarding DUI and/or Fleeing/Eluding an Officer?YesNo11Do you have an active/open case for driving under the influence (DUI) or fleeing/eluding an officer?YesNo12Have you ever been convicted of a felony, convicted of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement, or dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Military?YesNo13Have you tried, used, or experimented with any illegal drug/controlled substance, other than marijuana, within the last five years?YesNo14Have you sold, delivered, or trafficked illegal drugs for profiting purposes within the last five (5) years?YesNo15Do you wear gauged earrings or have enlarged/stretched out holes in your ear larger than 1/4 inch in diameter?YesNo16Do you have visible facial piercings or unnaturally colored/graphically designed contact lenses that you would not be able to remove during your shift?YesNo17Do you have a split/forked tongue, foreign objects inserted under the skin to create a design or pattern, or intentional scarring on your face or head?YesNo18Do you have any tattoos that would be visible outside of a uniform (head, face, neck, arms, hands)?Yes, and I will submit pictures of them BEFORE finalizing my application by uploading them to my profile.Yes, but they are not visible outside of a uniformI do not have any tattoosRequired Question#J-18808-Ljbffr