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The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is a full service law enforcement agency serving both metropolitan and rural areas, offering careers in Law Enforcement, Detention (Corrections) and civilian support positions.

Certified Detention Applicants      

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for Detention Deputies who are certified in the State of Florida. Substantial changes have been made to the minimum requirements.  Please check the minimum requirements before submitting a Civil Service Application. 

Non-Certified Applicants  

Law Enforcement & Detention Deputy Trainee   

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the Sheriff's Office academies. The recruitment period will remain open until further notice. If you fall into one of the following categories you may apply:

  1. Not certified and meet the current Minimum Requirements for education or prior military / law enforcement experience.
  2. Florida certified in law enforcement but do not have two (2) years prior experience as a state, municipal or county law enforcement officer.
  3. Attended and received certification through Florida Equivalency of Training with prior military or federal law enforcement experience only.

Those selected will receive $17.23 per hour, (40 hour work week), and full benefits.  The training consists of a two week Sheriff's Orientation Training, S.O.T., a six month academy and five to eight weeks of module training.  The Sheriff's Office will provide all books, materials, and uniforms (excluding footwear and firearm). After this training is completed the recruit is sworn in and their salary increases to $44,881.20 per year as a certified law enforcement deputy or $44,335.20 as a certified detention deputy.

Prospective applicants should prepare now for the application process. The following documents will be required to obtain a PIN to access the on-line application:

  • Resume
  • Official High School and College transcripts.
  • Copy of birth certificate from the Bureau of Vital Statistics or original naturalization papers.
  • Two (2) copies of driver's license.
  • Two (2) copies of Social Security Card.
  • A copy of military discharge papers, (DD214), if applicable or if male and between the ages of 18-25 a copy of Selective Service card.
  • A copy of all documented name changes.
  • Completed Civil Service Application.

*Significant changes have been made pertaining to the minimum hiring standards. It is recommended you carefully read the Minimum Qualifications web page.

Please go to the Application Process page in the drop down menu under the Join Us tab for complete instructions on how to apply.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

 

Applicants will be subject to a thorough and complete background investigation which will include but may not be limited to the following:

  • Detailed application and personal history.
  • Initial interview and confirmation of information.
  • Polygraph interview and test.
  • Submission of fingerprints for classification and criminal history information.
  • Check with the National Information Center and Florida Crime Information Center for arrest and criminal history.
  • Check with law enforcement agencies the applicant may have come in contact with within the past 10 years for any arrests or other contacts.
  • Verification of current and past employment.
  • Check with personal references.
  • Verify all licenses if self employed.
  • Verify military record if applicable.
  • Credit check.
  • Oral Board Interview
  • In-home Interview
  • If prior law enforcement, check with employing agency for personnel records including Internal Affairs.

In addition to the background investigation all applicants will be required to submit to the following tests:

  • The Physical Abilities Assessment (PAA) will consist of the following:
    • 1 1/2 mile run - 15 Minutes or Less
    • Sit-ups - 25 or More in One Minute
    • Push-ups - 20 or More in One Minute
    • 300 Meter Run - 69 Second's or Less
    • Vertical Leap - 14 Inches or More
  • Criminal Justice Basics Ability Test (CJBAT), also known as Florida Basics Ability Test (FBAT), if applicable. 
  • Written psychological test and interview with a clinical psychologist. (If selected)
  • Medical physical examination and drug screen. (If selected)

Applicants with acceptable backgrounds and who are otherwise competitive in this process will be interviewed by an oral board comprised of HCSO Staff Officers.

The application process may take three (3) to six (6) months to complete.

 
The Mission of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is to serve, protect, and defend the community while preserving the rights and dignity of all.