Field Service Specialist

Seminole County Sheriff's Office•Sanford, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the position of Field Service Specialist assigned to the South Region. This role involves non-sworn law enforcement work focused on collecting information from minor crime scenes where no criminal suspects or offenders are present. A notarized Background Investigation Waiver is required with the pre-screen application, and applications must be submitted by May 26, 2026.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
One (1) year of responsible work experience
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License
Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory
Knowledge of the criminal justice system and associated terminology
Knowledge of crime scene processing and evidence handling/collection procedures
Knowledge of the county transportation/road network system
Ability to establish and effective working relationship with supervisor, co-workers, and the general public
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to follow instructions and to work independently as required
Skill in report writing
Good working knowledge of computers and work-related programs, such as Café, Mobile CAD, and TUCSON
Considerable knowledge of applicable county codes and zoning ordinances
Knowledge of legal descriptions as they relate to the enforcement of regulatory codes
Ability to research property history and access data using computer databases
Ability to deal with the general public in adverse situations, exercising a high degree of tact, diplomacy, and persuasion, and the ability to use good judgment in seeking compliance
Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty
May be required to respond to any critical incident, manmade or natural
Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime
External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing.
Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.
Candidates must also comply with the Agency’s current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree preferred
Work experience in a position that involves extensive public contact or law enforcement-related duties is preferred
Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriff's Office one (1) year probationary period

Responsibilities

Responds to minor crime scenes, collects information, and begins evidence processing to include fingerprinting, photographing, and canvassing neighborhoods
Prepares reports and collects detailed statements from victims and witnesses
Directs traffic or substitutes for school crossing guards as determined by the patrol supervisor
Upon completion of training, issues parking citations
Assists in non-hazardous area searches as required
Gives depositions and testifies in court
Assist with office duties in the absence of the Regional Secretary or Building Service Officers, depending on assignment
Performs all other duties as assigned or required