Corrections Deputy Recruit - Academy Sponsorship *$5,000 bonus

Candidates are encouraged to apply for a limited number of paid sponsorships to a Corrections Academy hosted at the Brevard County Sheriff's Office Training Range. We are looking for strong candidates with an excellent work history who aspire to become a Corrections Deputy. $5,000.00 BONUS – Trainees who are attending an academy or an equivalent training program shall become eligible for the one‑time $5,000.00 bonus upon successful completion of the Corrections Academy, passing of the state exam, and promotion to a Certified Corrections Deputy. In addition to an exciting and challenging career opportunity with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, we participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and offer an excellent retirement program. Compensation & Benefits Annual Pay: $58,115.20. Training Academy Prerequisites Have the ability to commute to and from the academy daily according to the class schedule. Complete and pass all portions of the agency background process prior to the start of the academy. Complete and pass the state‑required Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) for correctional officers. For registration information, the website is Program Terms and Conditions The selected applicant agrees to attend all classes and labs and to pass the FDLE State Officer Certification Exam. When trainees are not actively engaged in academy courses, they will perform various office‑related duties, training exercises, and observation events during or after business hours. Once the applicant passes all portions of the BCSO background process and is approved for hire, they will be under contract with the agency for a total of three years from their hire date. Selected candidates’ salary and benefits, as described in this posting, will be provided by BCSO while attending the corrections academy. This is a trainee‑level classification in which candidates are expected to successfully complete the Basic Corrections Officer Academy and pass the State Officer Certification Exam. Candidates will then be reclassified as a Corrections Deputy. Separation Conditions Recruit withdraws from the academy or is terminated by academy authorities. Recruit fails to complete the academy for any reason. Recruit fails to pass the State Officer Certification Exam. Recruit voluntarily resigns. Recruit abandons his or her position before working as a certified corrections deputy for BCSO or fails to fulfill the three‑year contract after becoming certified and re‑classified. Regular, dependable, and punctual attendance is a requirement for this position. Eligibility Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must have a valid Class E Florida Driver's License. Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Must have not been convicted of a felony. Selection Process Includes Online application. Physical Abilities Test (PAT). Oral Review Board & Conditional Job Offer. Background Investigation & Polygraph Examination. Psychological assessment. FDLE Medical exam & drug screen (to be completed after conditional offer). Physical Abilities Test link: Equal Opportunity Employment The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information in employment practices. The ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job applicants and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brevard County Sheriff's Office