Deputy Sheriff - Court Services

Recruitment Bonus – Up to $5,000

The State of Florida offers a recruitment bonus of up to $5,000 for newly certified officers and for out-of-state law enforcement officers who move to the Sunshine State. Certified law enforcement officers currently employed within the state who do not qualify for the Florida recruitment bonus may be eligible for a one-time recruitment bonus from the Sheriff’s Office of up to $5,000.

Additionally, applicants with prior certified full‑time law enforcement experience may start above the minimum starting pay, up to $61,776.00 annually, based on years of service. Applicants are not eligible to receive more than one recruitment bonus. State of Florida paid bonuses are contingent upon legislative appropriation.

This position maintains law and order in and around the courtroom, ensures the protection and safety of persons in and around the courtroom, and expedites courtroom proceedings by preparing the courtroom, ensuring the prisoner’s prompt appearance in court, and following directives from the judge. Candidates hired directly into the Court Services Unit will not be required to complete the full patrol field training program;

the Court Services Unit has its own training program specific to operating in that unit.

• Currently certified by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Police Standards and Training Commission as a Law Enforcement Officer, or currently attending a Florida law enforcement officer academy, or enrolled in an equivalency of training program (EOT).
• At least 20 years of age.
• Valid Florida Class E Driver’s License (must be maintained for the duration of employment).
• FDLE Medical Clearance and successful completion of Psychological and Polygraph Examinations.
• Within BCSO drug use policy requirements:
  No use of a controlled substance (defined under F.S. 893) within the last 1 year for marijuana and 3 years for all other illegal drugs.
• Body ornamentation/tattoo policy compliance:
  No more than one tattoo on each hand no larger than a quarter, no more than one tattoo behind each ear or one tattoo on the back of the neck no larger than a quarter (as per policy). For clarification, call a member of the Recruitment and Hiring Unit at 321‑264‑5308.
• Pass a Physical Abilities Test.

The majority of the work is performed inside and immediately surrounding any of the three Brevard County courthouse locations. The employee will interact with the public and may be exposed to infectious or contagious diseases, allergenic substances, and minimal bodily fluids or blood. Typical noise level is moderate. Depending on assignment, individuals may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Typical schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Due to the nature of the job, candidates must be flexible with schedule and work hours and may be required to work evenings, natural disasters, weekends and/or holidays occasionally.

* Any Court Services Deputy who has not successfully completed the full Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Field Training Program will not be eligible to work off‑duty in a sworn capacity.

Processing time on average is 3–6 weeks.

For specifics, contact the BCSO Employment and Recruitment Unit at (321) 264‑5308 or recruitment. Physical Abilities Test link:

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, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. We encourage veterans, service members and their spouses and family members to apply for employment with this agency, and qualified applicants will receive preference and priority in hiring decisions.

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.