Corrections Officer/Certified Detention Deputy- $5,000 Hiring Bonus

Broward County Sheriff's Office (FL) • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

The Broward Sheriff's Office is now offering a hiring incentive for the Certified Deputy Sheriff position. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process and are hired by the agency will receive a one-time payment of $5000.00 at the beginning of their service with the Department of Detention. This initiative will be discontinued on September 30, 2025. The Broward Sheriff's 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.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• United States Citizen at time of application.
• High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.
• Must possess a valid Basic Recruit Certificate for Corrections from the State of Florida Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Training.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement as an adult.
• Must successfully pass the PHYSICAL AGILITY test.
• Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance.
• If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must provide a DD214 Member 4 form.

Responsibilities

• Maintains order over detainees; takes appropriate action to ensure the safety and security of the detainees, the public and other law enforcement and detention personnel.
• Receives incoming detainees; conducts searches to detect concealed weapons and contraband.
• Places detainees in cells; issues cleaning/sanitation supplies; transports laundry and bedding.
• Escorts detainees to and from cells for court appearances, medical treatment, visitation, religious services, conferences, release and other activities.
• Complies with booking and release orders and procedures.
• Picks up mail and commissary orders; inspects incoming mail and packages for contraband and other non-permitted items; delivers packages, mail and commissary items to detainees.
• Supervises detainee work details in and out of the facility or during recreational activities.
• Maintains accurate counts of detainees; maintains complete records and assures that current information on detainees is entered into the computerized record information system.
• May participate in the classification of new detainees; makes cell assignments.
• Responds to inquiries regarding status of detainees, visiting procedures and other related detention facility procedures.
• Secures detention facility keys; receives status and incident reports and special instructions from other detention personnel.
• Operates an agency vehicle when appropriate to area of assignment.
• Performs related duties as directed.

Benefits

• One-time payment of $5000.00 for successful candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED