Equivalency of Training (EOT) Sponsorship - Law Enforcement or Corrections- $5,000 sign on bonus

Brevard County Sheriff's Office • Titusville, FL

140d • $18 - $57,054

About The Position

The job class is for full-time Out-of-State Officers, Federal Officers, Military Police Officers, and previously certified Florida Law Enforcement Officers or Corrections Officers with a break-in-service of four years or more but no more than eight. The (EOT) program allows an officer to be exempt from having to complete the full basic recruit academy for either position. Starting salary while attending the 8-day equivalency of training (EOT) course is currently $18.26 hourly. Upon completing the training course and passing your State Officer Certified Exam (SOCE), your salary will be increase to $50,648.00. Applicants with prior certified full-time Law Enforcement or Corrections Officer experience may start above the minimum starting pay up to $57,054.00 annually based on the applicant's years of service.

Requirements

• Must obtain CJSTC Form 76 Equivalency of Training (EOT) Exemption Approval.
• Must be eligible or registered to start the (EOT) program ASAP.
• Must attach a copy of their (EOT) acceptance letter to their online application.
• Must have established Florida residency at time of hire.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a valid Class E Florida Driver's License upon completion of the (EOT) program.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must meet the BCSO Drug Policy standards.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony.
• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces.
• Must be within BCSO Body Ornamentation/Tattoo Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Prior certified full-time Law Enforcement or Corrections Officer experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete the 8-day Equivalency of Training (EOT) course.
• Pass the State Officer Certification Exam (S.O.C.E.).
• Perform various office-related duties, training exercises, and observation events during or after business hours.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $18.26 hourly during EOT training.
• Salary increase to $50,648.00 upon completion of training and passing SOCE.
• Potential starting salary up to $57,054.00 based on years of service.
• Recruitment bonus of up to $10,000 for out-of-state certified law enforcement officers.
• State of Florida recruitment bonus of up to $5,000 for newly certified officers.
• One-time hiring/recruitment bonus of up to $5,000 for certified law enforcement deputies with at least one year of experience.

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