Certified Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff Salary
$64,448.13 - $104,765.87 Annually
Location Broward County, FL
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Job Number 26DLE
Department Law Enforcement
Opening Date 01/05/2026
Closing Date 12/25/2026 4:30 PM Eastern
Description Benefits Questions
Minimum Requirements
The base salary for the position is $61,969.36. The $64,448.13 salary listed above includes a 4% First Responder Supplement.
The Broward Sheriffs Office is now offering condensed testing for ALL Certified Deputy Sheriff applicants. Human Resources will schedule and coordinate the selection process within a one-week period to expedite the applicant process. Applicants are responsible for all travel expenses. If you are NOT interested in the condensed testing, please contact Human Resources directly at 954-321-4400 to opt out of the one-week testing and we will accommodate your schedule requirements accordingly. DO NOT SUBMIT THE ONLINE APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
Required Documents for Submitting the Online Application:
• Swimming and Physical Agility tests results • If ever arrested, submit official court disposition, police report, and written statement for review • FDLE Certification documentation • Certified "entire" driving history • DD214 Member 4 or Service form (if claiming Veterans Preference)
Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum age of 19 years • United States Citizen at time of application (F.S.S.943.13(2)) • High school diploma or equivalent • An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required • Must not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement as an adult • All other arrests and convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis • All candidates must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation (F.S.S. 943.13) • If ever arrested, candidates must submit official court documents and police reports with the application • A written statement explaining the arrest and the outcome must also be attached to the application for review • Official court documents can be obtained from the Clerk of the Court in the county in which the incident occurred • Documents must be submitted with your application • Candidates must successfully pass the SWIMMING and PHYSICAL AGILITY tests prior to submitting an application • Results for all required tests must be attached to the online application • Candidates must be Law Enforcement Certified in the state of Florida at the time of application • FDLE Certification must be attached to the online application • If claiming Veterans Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 or Service form to the online application • Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance • Driver license must show current address • All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history • Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County • Three-year (3), Seven-year (7), and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted • If you have possessed a drivers license in any other state in the past ten (10) years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state • For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that states division of motor vehicles • The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources • Driving history records must be attached to the online application
Nature of Work
This is law enforcement and public safety work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Employees in this classification perform work in varied law enforcement assignments, including but not necessarily limited to, motorized patrol, traffic control and enforcement, preliminary and follow-up investigation at crime scenes, courthouse and port security, vessel patrol, scuba diving, K-9 handling, serving writs, other court process actions, and assistance in public safety education and community service programs.
Work Environment
Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent discretion in addressing emergency situations. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. Incumbents perform essential class functions as outlined herein according to functional area of assignment. Performs related work as directed.
Essential Functions/Physical Requirements
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Performs Law Enforcement Patrol Activities
Performs law enforcement patrol activities including, but not necessarily limited to, teletype checks of property or person; records checks on firearms, stolen equipment or wanted/stolen vehicles; assessments of drivers operational capacities; transportation of mental patients, prisoners or suspects; felony stops; Be On the Look Out (BOLO) reviews; searches for missing, lost or wanted persons; separation of persons involved in domestic disputes; dwelling, building or grounds inspections; vehicle pursuits; detainment of suspect vehicle drivers; alarm responses; arrest approach and methods planning; arrests; searches of persons, places and property; riot control; subdues resisting offenders using force where appropriate up to and including deadly force.
Performs Law Enforcement Investigations
Performs law enforcement investigations including, but not necessarily limited to, recording identifying marks on vehicles, firearms and other objects; preparing and distributing BOLO reports of wanted notices; coordinating activities at accident, crime or investigation scenes; searching buildings or grounds for suspects; establishing identity of suspects; selecting approach and methods for conducting searches; collecting and transporting of crime scene evidence or property; protecting or securing accident, crime or investigation scenes; identifying persons through records, pictures, or identification media; showing mug shots to witnesses or victims; conducting photo lineups; researching agency records; checking establishments for wanted or missing persons; gathering intelligence on known or suspected offenders; conducting interviews; interrogating suspects; recording sworn statements, formal confessions or depositions; preparing reports or affidavits; presenting testimony and evidence in both civil and criminal court.
Performs Traffic Related Activities
Performs traffic related activities including, but not necessarily limited to, examining abandoned vehicles; investigating requests for vehicle tows; informing vehicle owners of legal obligations or procedures regarding vehicle removal; gauging speed of moving vehicles; directing traffic on land or water; observing traffic for violations; conducting traffic stops; investigating and reporting hazardous roadway or waterway damage; controlling parking; issuing citations or warnings; advising offenders in lieu of arrest or citation; rescuing or assisting in rescues of trapped persons; informing persons in accidents regarding reporting and information exchange procedures; explaining legal obligations to vehicle operators; conducting accident investigations; administering field checks to drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
Performs Court Process Actions
Performs court process actions, including but not necessarily limited to, serving and accounting for exparte injunctions, eviction notices, enforceable writs and other process actions within the area of assignment; reading and comprehension of legal and non-legal documents including the preparation and processing of such documents as citations, affidavits and warrants.
Performs Other Duties
Employees in this classification are assigned to work shifts which will include weekends, holidays, and extended emergency activation events (i.e. hurricanes). Employees work any shift and engage in flexible work assignments that can include voluntary and/or mandatory overtime to meet agency needs. Performs related duties as directed.
Compliance with Minimum Training and Standards
Compliance with minimum training and standards of an accredited certification institution as set forth by the recommended FDLE guidelines and CJSTC. Tasks include a criticality component, in responding to crime scenes or other critical incidents, whereby incumbents are required to maintain physical abilities consistent with CJSTC standards in order to perform essential duties as outlined herein on an as needed basis.
Physical Requirements
Tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, climbing, and that may involve the dragging, pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects, such as in the event of chasing and subduing a suspect resisting arrest. Tasks may involve standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Some tasks are performed with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noise, toxic/chemical agents, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, animals. Tasks include working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property.
Benefits
Competitive Group Health Insurance Program (Have ability to click on a tab for summary of plans offered) Florida State Retirement System (FRS) - Employees contribute only 3% of salary Vested in investment plan after 1 year of service or in pension plan after 8 years of service Normal retirement at age 55 or after 25 years of special risk service Take-Home Vehicle Program 80 Vacation Hours earned annually 96 Sick Hours earned annually College Tuition Reimbursement Uniforms and Equipment Allowance Mobile Phone Allowance Fitness Facilities and Wellness Programs Deferred Compensation Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Supplemental pay opportunities based upon area of assignment (e.g., SWAT, Motors, K-9, Dive Team, Bomb and Arson)
Career Opportunities
Marine Patrol SWAT Team Motor