Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
*Deputy Sheriff - Law Enforcement
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Largo, Florida, United States, 34640
Deputy Sheriff – Law Enforcement
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff – Law Enforcement with a hire date of June 29, 2026. If you have any questions pertaining to this position, please contact Recruiting Sergeant D. Kilpatrick at dkilpatrick@pcsonet.com or Deputy D. Kirchgraber at dkirchgraber@pcsonet.com.
You must be Law Enforcement Certified in the state of Florida to qualify for this position.
If you are not yet certified, you are eligible to apply for the Law Enforcement Deputy Recruit position.
This position requires that the applicant be at least 21 years of age and meet the requirements and standards of the Florida (CJSTC) Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as authorized by F.S.S. 943.13.
The review and selection process varies by position and applicant; in all instances the maximum duration is 22 weeks.
Due to different application processes, when applying for any Deputy vacancy, we ask that you limit your application to one position.
Certified Law Enforcement Experience Pay
1 year = $69,649
2 years = $70,345
3 years = $71,223
4 years = $72,114
5+ years = $73,374
Signing Bonus and Relocation Stipend (3+ Years)
Signing Bonus = $5,000
Relocation Stipend to Pinellas County:
From out-of-state = $3,000
From Manatee, Hillsborough, Pasco or Hernando Counties = $500
From all other Florida locations = $1,500
Signing Bonus (Less Than 3 Years)
Signing Bonus= $3,000
First time newly employed Law Enforcement Officers in the State of Florida may be eligible for an additional bonus up to $5,000 through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity while funding is available.
10% shift differential for night shift **
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office deputies are prohibited from having any tattoo(s), temporary decal(s), and / or body art that is visible on the head, scalp, face, ears, neck, or hands (defined as the area from the wrist to the fingertips), while wearing the agency uniform.
If you are a Certified Law Enforcement Officer/Certified Detention and Corrections Officer outside the state of Florida, you may be exempt from having to complete the full basic recruit academy upon relocating to Florida. Click here to view additional information regarding the exemption.
A Certified Deputy must have the ability to perform essential physical tasks at a set standard. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office requires potential candidates to meet the listed standards prior to being offered employment. Click the following link to view the physical assessment requirements:
Physical Assessment Requirements .
Job Responsibilities
Pursuit, apprehension, and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators
Patrols assigned areas of the County to preserve public order and tranquility, and to prevent and/or discover the commission of crimes against person or property
Makes arrests and testifies in the prosecution of law violators; conducts preliminary and/or detailed investigations of the commission of crime or law violations
Protects the crime scene, gathers and preserves matters of evidence, takes and records testimony; directs and coordinates activities on-site until relieved by a superior officer; assists detectives in specialized investigations
Transports arrested individuals to jail, and prepares offense and case reports and investigative information for evidence for court
Serves warrants, capias, court orders and other legal processes; locates and arrests persons wanted on warrants or court orders
Enforces the traffic laws and arrests or issues summons to traffic law violators; reports unsafe road conditions; directs the flow of traffic when required; investigates traffic accidents
Participates in work involving juveniles, making preliminary and/or detailed investigation and follow-up, referring such cases as needed to Juvenile Court
Assists in the training of personnel
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work
Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age
High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
Certification of completion of law enforcement training as required by the State of Florida
Meet requirements and standards of the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as authorized by F.S.S. 943.13
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License (minimum Class E)
Consideration for this position requires a credit check
Knowledge of the application of modern law enforcement principles and practices
Knowledge of the importance of law enforcement work, the geography of Pinellas County, its unincorporated areas, and the general roadway system of the County
Knowledge of General Orders and standard operating procedures
Knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations
Knowledge of first aid practices
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Ability to cope with stressful situations and perform calmly under stressful conditions
Ability to work closely with others as a team
Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports
Ability to enforce the law with firmness, tact and impartiality and to deal courteously with the public
Ability to recognize and understand the emotional and physical reactions of both victims and perpetrators of crimes
Ability to render physical assistance
Skill in calmly and systematically eliciting critical information from individuals who may be injured and/or highly emotional
Ability to maintain a level of physical conditioning to be able to physically subdue, restrain, and apprehend law violators
Ability to meet requirements of periodic in-service training in all high liability areas (firearms, defensive tactics, A.S.P., tactical driving)
Ability to adhere, at all times, to the standards and principles of honesty and integrity, and to keep your private life unsullied as an example to all
Ability to comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act
Physical Abilities
Requires satisfactory medical standards as stated on FDLE form CJSTC 75A, agency medical physical clearance form, and the following:
Visual acuity of 20/30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20/30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/100 in each eye
Hearing acuity: single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each ear
Ability to lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Ability to sit, stand and walk up to 12 hours per day
Ability to perceive sounds at normal voice range and sounds transmitted by radio and sirens
Ability to operate authorized revolver or semi-automatic handguns designated by the agency from a standing, crouching, kneeling, or prone position with either hand with accuracy; essentials for this requirement shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: grip, stance, sighting under various lighting conditions, trigger control, body positioning, drawing techniques and loading/unloading
Ability to drive a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to utilize standard vehicle emergency equipment; ability to use mirrors for safe vehicle operation
Ability to properly identify colors utilized in descriptions
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Law Enforcement
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You must be Law Enforcement Certified in the state of Florida to qualify for this position.
If you are not yet certified, you are eligible to apply for the Law Enforcement Deputy Recruit position.
This position requires that the applicant be at least 21 years of age and meet the requirements and standards of the Florida (CJSTC) Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as authorized by F.S.S. 943.13.
The review and selection process varies by position and applicant; in all instances the maximum duration is 22 weeks.
Due to different application processes, when applying for any Deputy vacancy, we ask that you limit your application to one position.
Certified Law Enforcement Experience Pay
1 year = $69,649
2 years = $70,345
3 years = $71,223
4 years = $72,114
5+ years = $73,374
Signing Bonus and Relocation Stipend (3+ Years)
Signing Bonus = $5,000
Relocation Stipend to Pinellas County:
From out-of-state = $3,000
From Manatee, Hillsborough, Pasco or Hernando Counties = $500
From all other Florida locations = $1,500
Signing Bonus (Less Than 3 Years)
Signing Bonus= $3,000
First time newly employed Law Enforcement Officers in the State of Florida may be eligible for an additional bonus up to $5,000 through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity while funding is available.
10% shift differential for night shift **
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office deputies are prohibited from having any tattoo(s), temporary decal(s), and / or body art that is visible on the head, scalp, face, ears, neck, or hands (defined as the area from the wrist to the fingertips), while wearing the agency uniform.
If you are a Certified Law Enforcement Officer/Certified Detention and Corrections Officer outside the state of Florida, you may be exempt from having to complete the full basic recruit academy upon relocating to Florida. Click here to view additional information regarding the exemption.
A Certified Deputy must have the ability to perform essential physical tasks at a set standard. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office requires potential candidates to meet the listed standards prior to being offered employment. Click the following link to view the physical assessment requirements:
Physical Assessment Requirements .
Job Responsibilities
Pursuit, apprehension, and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators
Patrols assigned areas of the County to preserve public order and tranquility, and to prevent and/or discover the commission of crimes against person or property
Makes arrests and testifies in the prosecution of law violators; conducts preliminary and/or detailed investigations of the commission of crime or law violations
Protects the crime scene, gathers and preserves matters of evidence, takes and records testimony; directs and coordinates activities on-site until relieved by a superior officer; assists detectives in specialized investigations
Transports arrested individuals to jail, and prepares offense and case reports and investigative information for evidence for court
Serves warrants, capias, court orders and other legal processes; locates and arrests persons wanted on warrants or court orders
Enforces the traffic laws and arrests or issues summons to traffic law violators; reports unsafe road conditions; directs the flow of traffic when required; investigates traffic accidents
Participates in work involving juveniles, making preliminary and/or detailed investigation and follow-up, referring such cases as needed to Juvenile Court
Assists in the training of personnel
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work
Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age
High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
Certification of completion of law enforcement training as required by the State of Florida
Meet requirements and standards of the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as authorized by F.S.S. 943.13
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License (minimum Class E)
Consideration for this position requires a credit check
Knowledge of the application of modern law enforcement principles and practices
Knowledge of the importance of law enforcement work, the geography of Pinellas County, its unincorporated areas, and the general roadway system of the County
Knowledge of General Orders and standard operating procedures
Knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations
Knowledge of first aid practices
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Ability to cope with stressful situations and perform calmly under stressful conditions
Ability to work closely with others as a team
Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports
Ability to enforce the law with firmness, tact and impartiality and to deal courteously with the public
Ability to recognize and understand the emotional and physical reactions of both victims and perpetrators of crimes
Ability to render physical assistance
Skill in calmly and systematically eliciting critical information from individuals who may be injured and/or highly emotional
Ability to maintain a level of physical conditioning to be able to physically subdue, restrain, and apprehend law violators
Ability to meet requirements of periodic in-service training in all high liability areas (firearms, defensive tactics, A.S.P., tactical driving)
Ability to adhere, at all times, to the standards and principles of honesty and integrity, and to keep your private life unsullied as an example to all
Ability to comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act
Physical Abilities
Requires satisfactory medical standards as stated on FDLE form CJSTC 75A, agency medical physical clearance form, and the following:
Visual acuity of 20/30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20/30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/100 in each eye
Hearing acuity: single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each ear
Ability to lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Ability to sit, stand and walk up to 12 hours per day
Ability to perceive sounds at normal voice range and sounds transmitted by radio and sirens
Ability to operate authorized revolver or semi-automatic handguns designated by the agency from a standing, crouching, kneeling, or prone position with either hand with accuracy; essentials for this requirement shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: grip, stance, sighting under various lighting conditions, trigger control, body positioning, drawing techniques and loading/unloading
Ability to drive a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to utilize standard vehicle emergency equipment; ability to use mirrors for safe vehicle operation
Ability to properly identify colors utilized in descriptions
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Law Enforcement
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