POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S PHONE# 863-298-6200IF IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911 ABOUT NEWS & INVESTIGATIONS DETENTION PROGRAMS & SERVICES ANIMAL SERVICES BECOME A MEMBER CAREER OPPORTUNITIES JOIN THE GREEN TEAM Become a Member Are you interested in a rewarding career with great benefits? Join the PCSO green team! We are always seeking to hire qualified applicants. Please check out our job requirements below. Positions are filled periodically, but others become available due to promotions and transfers. Florida certified applicants are eligible for reimbursement of academy tuition if we are the first law enforcement employer. Reserve Deputy Sheriff positions are on a voluntary basis. We are a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week operations, so some positions may require that you work rotating shifts. Clerical and data entry positions will require that you successfully pass a keyboarding test. Typing speed will vary on the position's requirements. Prior to hiring, the following requirements must be successfully met: Must be 19 years of age or older (18 for Civilian Positions) Obtain passing score on all sections of the Test of Adult Basic Education Test may be waived for current Florida certified applicants and those with a four-year college degree, and civilians with at least 60 college credit hours Have a good police record Possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record Be a United States Citizen. (detention deputy and deputy sheriff applicants) Not have tried, used or experimented with any type of illegal drugs within the past 2 years (24 months), nor any hard drugs within the past 5 years (60 months). Oral Interview Polygraph examination Urinalysis examination Background Investigation and reference checks Physical examination and EKG for designated positions Physical agility test (detention deputy and deputy sheriff applicants) Psychological test (for appropriate positions) Acceptable credit history If a Veteran, possess an Honorable discharge or uncharacterized Successfully pass a keyboarding test, if typing or data entry work is required for the position for which you are applying Be able to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying With your completed application you will need to submit the following: Social Security Card Birth Certificate High School Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts If a Veteran, copy of Form DD-214 stating "Honorable" Discharge (member 4 copy) or Uncharacterized Proof of registration as required by Military Service Act (males aged 18-26) Copy of Florida Department of Law Enforcement State Certificate and proof of passing State Certification Test (deputy sheriff applicants and detention deputy applicants) Name change documents (marriage, adoption, etc.) Any other applicable diplomas and/or certificates may be included Three (3) completed personal references The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity provider and employer M/F/D/V We value our military veterans and their family members who have given so much to our country, and we support the hiring of our returning service members, and military spouses. Learn more about Employee Benefits! Are you interested in a rewarding career with great benefits? Click here for more info! ABOUT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Now that you've read all about our requirements and benefits, if you feel you're qualified and want to get started with the application process, click on the "Apply Now" button, select a job, complete the application and submit it. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity provider and employer M/F/D/V QUICK LINKS Public Records Request Jail Inquiry Found Animals Scam Reporting Career Opportunities Contact Us Newsletter Signup Polk Sheriff's Charities SUPPORT News & Investigations Detention Programs & Services CONTACT INFO Sheriff Grady Judd ▪ Polk County Sheriff's Office 1891 Jim Keene Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33880 / Directions 863-298-6200 / 1-800-226-0344 Copyright © 2018 Polk County Sheriff's Office. All rights reserved. This information is made available to the public and law enforcement in the interest of public safety. Any unauthorized use of this information is forbidden and subject to criminal prosecution.