Corrections Deputy Recruit - Academy Sponsorship *$5,000 bonus

Summary

Corrections DeputyCandidates are encouraged to apply for a limited number of paid sponsorships to a corrections academy hosted at the Brevard County Sheriff's Office Training Range. We are looking for strong candidates with an excellent work history who aspire to become a Corrections Deputy. $5,000.00 BONUS - Trainees who are attending an academy or equivalency of training program shall become eligible for the one-time $5,000.00 bonus upon successful completion of the Corrections Academy, passing of the state exam, and promotion to a Certified Corrections Deputy. In addition to an exciting and challenging career opportunity with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office we participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and offers an excellent retirement program. CORRECTIONS DEPUTY ANNUAL PAY: $58,115.20. All candidates who are selected to attend the upcoming Corrections Academy must be able to:Have the ability to commute to and from the academy daily according to their class schedule.Complete and pass all portions of our agency background process prior to the start of the academy as described below under the selection process.Candidates will be required to complete and pass the state required Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) for correctional officers in order to qualify for this position.Program Terms and Conditions: The selected applicant agrees to attend all classes and labs and pass the FDLE State Officer Certification Exam. When trainees are not actively engaged in academy courses, they will perform various office-related duties, training exercises and observation events during or after business hours. Once the applicant passes all portions of the BCSO background process and is approved for hire, they will be under contract with the agency for a total of three years from their hire date. Selected candidate's salary and benefits, as described in this job posting, will be provided by BCSO while attending the corrections academy.Position DutiesThis is a trainee-level classification in which candidates are expected to successfully complete the Basic Corrections Officer Academy and pass the State Officer Certification Exam. Candidates will then be reclassified as a Corrections Deputy. Separation from employment and reimbursement of tuition fees will result if:Recruit withdraws from the academy or is terminated by academy authoritiesRecruit fails to complete the academy for any reasonRecruit fails to pass the State Officer Certification ExamRecruit voluntarily resignsRecruit abandons his/her position before working as a certified corrections deputy for BCSO or fails to fulfill their three-year contract after becoming certified and re-classified as a Corrections Deputy.Regular, dependable, and punctual attendance is a requirement for this position.Minimum QualificationsMust be 18 years of ageMust be a U.S. CitizenMust have a valid Class E Florida Driver's LicenseMust have a High School Diploma or GEDMust have not been convicted of a felonyAdditional InformationThe Selection Process Includes:Online applicationPhysical Abilities Test (PAT)Oral Review Board & Conditional Job OfferBackground Investigation & Polygraph ExaminationPsychological assessmentFDLE Medical exam & drug screen (to be completed after conditional offer)View the Physical Abilities Test link below!Position open until filled. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job applicants and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.BenefitsPermanent Full-time Employees receive the following benefits:96 hours of vacation accrual per year (Increases based on years of service)96 hours of sick time accrual per year (unlimited carryover)11 paid holidays per year60 hours of personal leave per yearMedical/Prescription insuranceBasic Life and AD&D insuranceMental Health - Employee Assistance planDental/Vision/Dependent Health Insurance available at Group RatesParticipation in the Florida Retirement SystemOptional Deferred Compensation Program (employee contribution)Tuition reimbursementUp to $140.00/month educational incentive payUp to $120.00/month career/advanced training course incentive (sworn only)Workout facilitiesUniforms and Leather (dependent on position)Weapon (dependent on position)$300.00/year boot allowance (dependent on position)

Job Description

Corrections DeputyCandidates are encouraged to apply for a limited number of paid sponsorships to a corrections academy hosted at the Brevard County Sheriff's Office Training Range. We are looking for strong candidates with an excellent work history who aspire to become a Corrections Deputy. $5,000.00 BONUS - Trainees who are attending an academy or equivalency of training program shall become eligible for the one-time $5,000.00 bonus upon successful completion of the Corrections Academy, passing of the state exam, and promotion to a Certified Corrections Deputy. In addition to an exciting and challenging career opportunity with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office we participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and offers an excellent retirement program. CORRECTIONS DEPUTY ANNUAL PAY: $58,115.20. All candidates who are selected to attend the upcoming Corrections Academy must be able to:Have the ability to commute to and from the academy daily according to their class schedule.Complete and pass all portions of our agency background process prior to the start of the academy as described below under the selection process.Candidates will be required to complete and pass the state required Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) for correctional officers in order to qualify for this position.Program Terms and Conditions: The selected applicant agrees to attend all classes and labs and pass the FDLE State Officer Certification Exam. When trainees are not actively engaged in academy courses, they will perform various office-related duties, training exercises and observation events during or after business hours. Once the applicant passes all portions of the BCSO background process and is approved for hire, they will be under contract with the agency for a total of three years from their hire date. Selected candidate's salary and benefits, as described in this job posting, will be provided by BCSO while attending the corrections academy.Position DutiesThis is a trainee-level classification in which candidates are expected to successfully complete the Basic Corrections Officer Academy and pass the State Officer Certification Exam. Candidates will then be reclassified as a Corrections Deputy. Separation from employment and reimbursement of tuition fees will result if:Recruit withdraws from the academy or is terminated by academy authoritiesRecruit fails to complete the academy for any reasonRecruit fails to pass the State Officer Certification ExamRecruit voluntarily resignsRecruit abandons his/her position before working as a certified corrections deputy for BCSO or fails to fulfill their three-year contract after becoming certified and re-classified as a Corrections Deputy.Regular, dependable, and punctual attendance is a requirement for this position.Minimum QualificationsMust be 18 years of ageMust be a U.S. CitizenMust have a valid Class E Florida Driver's LicenseMust have a High School Diploma or GEDMust have not been convicted of a felonyAdditional InformationThe Selection Process Includes:Online applicationPhysical Abilities Test (PAT)Oral Review Board & Conditional Job OfferBackground Investigation & Polygraph ExaminationPsychological assessmentFDLE Medical exam & drug screen (to be completed after conditional offer)View the Physical Abilities Test link below!Position open until filled. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job applicants and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.BenefitsPermanent Full-time Employees receive the following benefits:96 hours of vacation accrual per year (Increases based on years of service)96 hours of sick time accrual per year (unlimited carryover)11 paid holidays per year60 hours of personal leave per yearMedical/Prescription insuranceBasic Life and AD&D insuranceMental Health - Employee Assistance planDental/Vision/Dependent Health Insurance available at Group RatesParticipation in the Florida Retirement SystemOptional Deferred Compensation Program (employee contribution)Tuition reimbursementUp to $140.00/month educational incentive payUp to $120.00/month career/advanced training course incentive (sworn only)Workout facilitiesUniforms and Leather (dependent on position)Weapon (dependent on position)$300.00/year boot allowance (dependent on position)