Must be Florida Detention Certified or currently enrolled in a Florida Detention Academy to apply.
The Pasco Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer and offers employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin or marital status. We recognize veteran's preference as provided by Florida law and we are committed to a drug-free workplace. The Sheriff's Office does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in regard to the application process, hiring, advancement; or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Pasco Sheriff's Office Employment Hiring Prerequisites
| Must be a United States citizen. | |
| Must be at least 19 years of age. | |
| Must possess a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). | |
| Must be Florida state certified Detention Officer (completed a Florida state Police Academy or Equivalency. | |
| Must have a valid Florida Drivers License. |
Screening Procedures
If chosen for processing you will be required to submit to the following screening procedures. If you are not willing to submit to these procedures please do not submit an application.
| 1. | Successfully pass the Background Investigation, which includes but is not limited to: credit check, driving check, criminal check, previous employment check, reference checks. |
| 2. | Interview with appropriate Staff personnel. |
| 3. | Typing test (specified positions only) |
| 4. | Meet Agency approved Drug and Tobacco Policy |
| 5. | Drug Screen |
| 6. | Polygraph (specified positions only) |
| 7. | Psychological Written Test and Interview (specified positions only) |
| 8. | Must submit to a complete physical examination including drug screen, hearing, vision, e.k.g. and T.B. test. |
| 9. | Must successfully complete Agency firearms qualification standard. |
| 10. | Must successfully complete an oral review board and meet eligibility score (Military Preference Given) |
** If you are a Certified Corrections Officer from another state or a MP in the Armed forces please access the links below to learn more about Equivalency of Training.
Police Applicant Screening Service
Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Officer Qualifications for Employment
Criminal Justice Training Centers
Providing you meet the above requirements, please proceed to our
Current Openings Page to select a position and Pre-Application Form
For additional information contact the Human Resources Department at: 727-844-7791: