Cadet - Department Of Law Enforcement

Minimum Requirements

The Broward Sheriff's Office is now offering condensed testing for out of area candidates. Human Resources will schedule and coordinate the selection process within a short time frame to minimize travel. Applicants are responsible for all travel expenses.

DO NOT SUBMIT THE ON-LINE APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE LAW ENFORCEMENT CRIMINAL JUSTICE BASIC ABILITIES TEST (CJBAT), SWIMMING & PHYSICAL AGILITY TESTS AND HAVE ATTAINED ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTING THE ONLINE APPLICATION:

  • CJBAT, SWIMMING and PHYSICAL AGILITY tests results.
  • If ever arrested, submit official court disposition, police report, and written statement for review
  • Certified "entire" driving history
  • DD214 Member 4 form or Service form (updated Feb 2022) (if claiming Veterans' Preference)
To view additional information on the required CJBAT, Swim and Physical Agility tests, please visit the Broward College Institute of Public Safety Testing Center website: Testing Center

To view the Broward College Physical Fitness Preparation Guide, please click on the following link: Physical Fitness Preparation Guide (Download PDF reader)

(*NOTE: Swim test results from Miami Dade College and the Broward College Testing Center are accepted*)

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Minimum age of 19 years.
  2. United States Citizen at time of application (F.S.S.943.13(2)).
  3. High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.
    • Associate's degree (or higher), 60+ college credits, and/or military experience preferred. Supporting documentation must be attached to the application for consideration.
  4. Must not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement as an adult. All other arrests and convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. All candidates must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation (F.S.S. 943.13). If ever arrested, candidates must submit official court documents and police reports with the application. A written statement explaining the arrest and the outcome must also be attached to the application for review. Official court documents can be obtained from the Clerk of the Court in the county in which the incident occurred. Documents must be submitted with your application.
  5. Must successfully pass the swimming and physical agility tests prior to submitting an application. Your test results must be submitted with your application.
  6. Must successfully pass the Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) prior to submitting an application. Your test results must be submitted with your application.
    1. Military veterans with an honorable discharge from the military or candidates with at least an Associate's Degree are exempt from having to complete the Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT).
    2. If you are a military veteran with an honorable discharge from the military or if you hold an Associate's Degree (or higher), you must submit a copy of your DD214 Member 4 form or Service form (updated Feb 2022) or a copy of your Associate's Degree (or higher) with your application in lieu of the CJBAT test.
  7. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form or Service form to the online application.
  8. Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance. Driver license must show current address. All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.
  • Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three (3) year, seven (7) year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted.
  • If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past ten (10) years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles.
  • The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.
  • Driving history records must be attached to the online application.
As part of the selection process, all applicants who successfully pass the oral interview are required to complete a Pre-Employment Fitness Test with the Broward Sheriff’s Office. The Pre-Employment Fitness Test is designed to assess the physical fitness level of a candidate prior to pre-academy entry and is based on the exercises performed in the academy.

To measure an individual’s capability to perform these critical tasks, candidates must undergo these seven (7) physical components:

Component

Measures

Time Limit

Requirement to Reach 100% Score

Pull-Ups

Upper body strength

Untimed

12 Repetitions

Sit-Ups

Abdominal/trunk endurance

2 minutes

85 Repetitions

Push-Ups

Upper body muscular endurance

2 minutes

60 Repetitions

Mountain Climbers

Abdominal/trunk endurance and cardiovascular fitness

1 minute

41 Repetitions

Bend & Twist

Flexibility and cardiovascular fitness

1 minute

60 Repetitions

Squat Thrusts

Full-body strength and cardiovascular fitness

1 minute

35 Repetitions

½ Mile Run

Aerobic power

Timed

Completed in 3:00 minutes or less










Each component is scored out of 100 points. The total possible score is 700. To pass the test, a participant must achieve at least 385 points overall, which represents a score of 55%.

After passing the oral interview, candidates will be provided a medical clearance form and a hold harmless release form. These forms must be completed and submitted via email before you can be scheduled for the Pre-Employment Fitness Test. If you successfully pass (55% overall score) the Pre-Employment Fitness Test, you will be notified and moved to the next stage of the selection process.

Nature of Work

This is entry level work which provides the opportunity for practical experience and broad exposure to the fundamentals of law enforcement functions within the Broward County Sheriff's Office. Work involves attending a Police Academy intended to provide preparatory training for a career in law enforcement. Position participates in training programs and performs varied routine and technical non-sworn tasks in support of sworn law enforcement functions.

All cadets attending the Broward College Institute of Public Safety must successfully attain a minimum score of 75% on at least one Physical Profile test. Failure to attain the 75% score on one of the Physical Profile tests will result in the cadet's removal from the Academy and potential separation of employment from BSO.

Upon successful completion of the Law Enforcement Academy and State Officer Certification Exam, candidates will be eligible for the position of Certified Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff earning an annual salary of $61,969.36 plus a 4% First Responder pay supplement.

Essential Functions/Physical Requirements

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Attends a Police Academy intended to provide preparatory training for a career in law enforcement.

Participates in training programs and performs varied routine and technical non-sworn tasks in support of law enforcement functions.

Instills an understanding and appreciation of the criminal justice system and the professional ethics applied to law enforcement.

Participates in firearms, defensive tactics and driving training.

Operates an agency vehicle when appropriate.

Performs related duties as directed.

Depending on functional area of assignment, the following physical requirements may apply:

Tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, climbing, and that may involve the dragging, pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects, such as in the event of chasing and subduing a suspect resisting arrest.

Tasks may involve standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Some tasks are performed with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noise, toxic/chemical agents, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, animals. Tasks include working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property. Tasks may include regular exposure to traffic conditions, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents. Standard body gear and equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear. Must have the physical ability to meet the rifle qualification standard, including demonstrating proficiency in both standing and prone firing positions without medical accommodations.

Recruitment Information

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.

If you encounter issues with your application and need technical assistance, please contact Applicant Support (GovernmentJobs.com) from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday - Friday. You can reach them by phone at 855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com.

Once you successfully submit your application, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. If you do not receive this e-mail, please contact Applicant Support for any inquiries.

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