Deputy - Sheriff's Office

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

• Answers a wide variety of calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, domestic disturbances, misdemeanors or felonies.
• May perform duties of a school resource officer.
• Serves writs, warrants, summonses and civil papers.
• Enforces traffic laws and regulations on all roads within Volusia County.
• Conducts preliminary investigations, obtains witnesses and evidence, makes arrests and transports prisoners to and from confinement areas.
• Testifies in court relative to arrests made.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational duties.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduation from high school or completion of a GED, AND must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license, AND completion of the Minimum Standards Course required by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission for police officers. 

Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLE): Applicants will be considered if they are currently enrolled in a Florida Law Enforcement Academy (BLE). Applicant must obtain a passing score on the State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification exam, prior to appointment

Must meet the qualifications for employment set forth in section 943.13, Florida Statute which includes:

• At least nineteen (19) years of age
• A citizen of the United States
• A high school graduate or its equivalent
• No felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or a false statement
• No dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States
• Fingerprints on file with the employing agency
• Passed a physical examination by a licensed physician based on specifications established by the commission
• Good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Commission.
• Must also possess a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment.
• Applicants will undergo a polygraph, psychological examination and background investigation.
• Must successfully complete the Volusia County Sheriff's Office Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP).
• Must successfully pass shooting assessment and physical test (PAT) to qualify for an interview.

***Information regarding the recruitment process will be communicated via email***

• Skills in the operation, maintenance and use of specialized police equipment.
• Knowledge of local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations effective in the County.
• Knowledge of first aid methods and general emergency methods.
• Considerable knowledge of the geography of the County including its political subdivisions and road network.
• Able to keep informed of the current changes in all applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Able to interview witnesses, gather evidence and assist in investigations.
• Able to testify in court in a professional manner relative to arrests or other police matters.
• Able to comprehend and execute written and oral instructions.
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Able to work under stressful conditions.
• Able to interact effectively with others.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

• Heavy to Very Heavy work.
  • Ability to run a minimum of fifty (50) yards.
  • Ability to climb a minimum of six (6) feet.
  • Ability to jump a minimum of six (6) feet.
  • Ability to drag, lift, carry a minimum of 150 pounds.
  • Ability to crawl a minimum of ten (10) yards.
  • Ability to swim a minimum of fifty (50) yards with a flotation device.
  • Ability to operate emergency vehicles.
  • Ability to traverse all types of terrain, i.e. urban, woods, swamp, hills.
  • Ability to use restraints, i.e. handcuffs, hobble.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to bend, crouch, reach, see, hear, smell, pull, push, stand, kneel, handle, stoop, balance, talk, feel; finger dexterity.
  • Ability to effectuate an arrest with or without resistance.
  • Ability to perform shift work, 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
  • Major visual functions are acuity, far and near, field of vision, and accommodation. Visual acuity (peripheral vision and depth perception) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.