Cadet- August 2025 Academy

$49,982 - $49,982/Yr

Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office - Shalimar, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Shalimar, FL

About the position

The Cadet Program at the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office is designed to prepare non-certified applicants for a career in law enforcement. This full-time position allows individuals to engage in formal and in-house training while working under the supervision of the Field Training and Evaluation Program Manager. Cadets will participate in various training activities and assist in operational tasks, gaining valuable experience before entering the law enforcement academy.

Responsibilities

• Attend classes, lectures, demonstrations, and exercises.
• Train on-the-job by performing routine work assignments in the functional area for which training is prescribed.
• Perform other duties of similar nature or level in a classroom setting.
• Assist the Investigations Division with collection and processing of evidence.
• Provide clerical assistance, as needed, within the Sheriff's Office.
• Provide manpower assistance to the Sheriff's Office Training Unit.
• Attend regular training classes in law enforcement.
• Attend various functions representing the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age, but must be 19 years of age prior to completion of the law enforcement academy.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver License, with no suspensions or revocations in the last 3 years.
• Must have a high school diploma or a general education development certificate.
• Must not use any controlled substances unlawful under state or federal law.
• Must have had no illegal drug use within the past twelve months.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement.
• Must not have any misdemeanor conviction within the last five years for specific offenses such as Battery, DUI, or Theft.
• Must never have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Must be of good moral character as determined by the Sheriff or his/her designee.
• Must pass a polygraph, background investigation, drug test, medical evaluation, psychological evaluation, interview, and physical abilities test.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $49,982.40
• Full-time employment with training opportunities