Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

Interested in a career in law enforcement? Join our upcoming virtual career event and discover what it takes to serve and protect our community. Learn about career paths, the application process, benefits, and hear directly from law enforcement professionals about their experiences in the field. Whether you're just starting your career journey or looking for a meaningful new path, this event is a great opportunity to learn more about the rewarding career as a police officer. We hope you'll join us on Monday, June 1st at 11 a.m. EST. Attend from anywhere - it's completely virtual! Register today at: https://lnkd.in/eejFFjuc The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.

If an officer or employee isn’t feeling their best, they can’t provide the best service to our community. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing our employees the best physical, mental, and spiritual care available. For our employees who want it, one of our resources is our Chaplaincy Unit, a team redesigned by Sheriff T.K. Waters. This two-person team, Pastor Cory McDonald and Chaplain Greg Farah, offer spiritual counseling and support to every employee who needs it. They ride with our officers, pray with our recruit classes, and offer a range of other services. They also work with partners throughout the community to support a variety of faiths and beliefs. In the latest episode of "Inside JSO," we’re sitting down with Sheriff Waters and our agency chaplains to talk more about the importance of our Chaplaincy Unit. Find the new episode on your favorite podcast platform or watch the video on JSO's YouTube Channel at: https://lnkd.in/ey4uiGQm

Ready to join our JSO family, but not quite ready to be a police officer? Here’s your chance! We are actively recruiting for our next Community Service Officer class, set to begin this summer. Our CSOs are a vital part of our agency operations, responding to traffic crashes and assisting during special events. CSOs earn a salary and benefits while in the Academy; you just need a high school diploma to be eligible. It’s also a great way to get valuable experience to be a police or corrections officer. If you’re interested in becoming a CSO, please visit JoinJSO.com to apply or connect with a recruiter. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.

Our Department of Corrections is made up of hundreds of men and women who are committed to making a difference every day. If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career, and want to be part of an amazing team, we're hiring! To apply to be a corrections officer recruit, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e7BcxqnD If you are a correctional officer from another state, federal agency, or hold a Florida correctional certificate, and are interested in joining JSO, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e8Ne-dd3 If you have questions and want to learn more, please join us for a virtual career event on Tuesday, June 16th. Register today at: https://lnkd.in/ecCyX34i The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.

We're hiring and we have two upcoming Police & Corrections Screening Events. To attend, please visit JoinJSO.com and apply to be a Police Recruit or Corrections Recruit. During the screening event, your JSO Recruitment and Selection Team will fast-track applicants through several steps of the hiring process, from the physical abilities test, mile run, polygraph questionnaire, and written skills test. - Wednesday, May 13, 4:30 p.m. - Wednesday, May 27, 4:30 p.m. Northeast Florida Criminal Justice Center 4715 Capper Road, Building P, Jacksonville, FL 32218 To register, please apply at JoinJSO.com and apply today to join one of JSO's 2026 Police or Corrections classes! The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.

Officer Antonio Richardson joined Fox News this morning for a live interview to discuss the connection he made with a young man on top of the Dames Point Bridge in April. The young man was ready to take his own life. Thankfully, he took Officer Richardson’s hand and stepped back. Officer Richardson, who is also a pastor, and the young man remain in contact to this day, and the impactful interaction has gotten international attention. We hope it will inspire others to get help and take mental health seriously. If you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide, please reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. It is a free resource available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This is what we are here for. This is why we do what we do. We care about you. The world is a better place with you in it.

Yes, you can text 911. We’re always here when you need us. Even when you can’t talk on the phone. If you’re in an emergency, and you can’t call us, text us. Texts to 9-1-1 take the same priority as 9-1-1 calls. Our dispatchers can still see your location, provide instant response, and get our officers to you quickly. So far this year, we’ve answered more than 660 texts for help. For information about a career as a Police Dispatcher, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e2XfQBJg

Have you heard about our Sheriff’s Watch – Business program? This program is focused on providing opportunities for companies and their employees to connect and partner with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to help make Jacksonville an even better place to work and conduct business. Additionally, it is a way for business leaders, from small companies to large ones, to help get valuable information to their employees through JSO-led presentations on topics such as cyber bullying, economic crimes, and self-defense. We’re not just here when something goes wrong – we want to be active partners with you every day. If you own or manage a business and want to get involved, please visit https://lnkd.in/ebenXV-w to take the first step!

Join Our Team Are you interested in serving your community and making a meaningful impact, we have several career opportunities listed on our Careers website. Learn more and apply today at JoinJSO.com. Available positions include: Air Conditioning & Heating Technician Community Services Officer Corrections Officer Recruit (Certified and Non-Certified) Human Resources Generalist - Post is scheduled to close April 22nd Judicial Officer (Certified and Non-Certified) Maintenance Electrician - Post is scheduled to close May 1st Police Dispatcher Trainee Police Recruit (Certified and Non-Certified) School Crossing Guard (Seasonal) Part-Time Position The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.

"9-1-1, what’s your emergency?" When you need help, they’re the ones to answer the phone. While you may not see them, the men and women in our Communications Center are literal first responders and often life savers. As we celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we invite you to meet some of our dispatchers and call takers in our latest episode of "Inside JSO". We can’t thank them enough for working around the clock to answer emergency and non-emergency calls, get help on the way, and make sure chaotic situations remain calm. Find the new episode on your favorite podcast platforms or watch the video on JSO's YouTube Channel at: https://lnkd.in/epfsVJJd