Pinellas County Sheriff's Office

Our deputies had a great time at the City of Madeira Beach's 7th Annual Kite Day earlier! While kites were taking flight overhead, excitement was equally high on the ground as kids got to explore one of our Tahoe cruisers and a high-water rescue vehicle. The smiles on these young faces as they climbed aboard and imagined themselves behind the wheel reminded us exactly why community events like these matter so much. These special moments show our youngest citizens that deputies are here to help and protect.

It's Government Finance Professionals Week! Today we honor our outstanding Fiscal Affairs Bureau team who keep our financial operations running smoothly behind the scenes. Your precision, dedication, and expertise make everything we do possible. Thank you for your commitment to public service excellence!

We have limited time $30,000 signing bonuses for Pre-Certified Patrol Deputies! We are also offering experience pay, a relocation stipend, and 10% shift differential pay for those who qualify. Visit https://bit.ly/4bJ3ekX for details and to apply. Applications are due by April 4th to qualify for this limited time bonus. Questions? Give HR a call at 727-582-6208 or email at [email protected].

Tech professional wanted! Join our team installing and maintaining essential security and communications systems for law enforcement as an Electronics Technician. You'll work with a variety of equipment including CCTV, access control systems, radio repeaters, radar and laser speed detection devices, and in-car video recording equipment. Your expertise will keep our communications flowing and security systems operational across the Sheriff's Office facilities. Apply now to use your technical talents to support public safety! Visit https://bit.ly/3DKkqdk for more details and to apply. Questions? Contact HR at 727-582-6208 or send them an email at [email protected].

Congratulations to our newest Sheriff's Citizens Academy graduates! These dedicated community members completed the 10-week program, gaining valuable insights into PCSO operations. The class celebrated their achievement with a group photo in front of the Eagle. The Sheriff's Citizens Academy is offered free to Pinellas County residents interested in learning more about the inner workings of one of the nation's largest sheriff's offices. For information about upcoming academy sessions, visit https://lnkd.in/ehnUnpZ2.

Imagine you're suddenly in handcuffs. Who picks up your child? Who feeds your pets? At the Pinellas County Jail, social workers help inmates handle these urgent issues with compassion—holding people accountable while meeting them where they are. Read more in Inside the Star at https://lnkd.in/eqNTcF-3.

Looking for skilled hands to join our facilities team! We have an exciting opening for a Craftsworker - a position we seldom have available. If you're talented with tools and enjoy varied maintenance work, this could be your opportunity! What you'll do: Perform carpentry, painting, drywall, plastering, and masonry work Coordinate and manage maintenance projects Prepare cost estimates and maintain work logs Train and supervise inmate workers on proper techniques and safety Details: Monday-Friday, day shift Located at Pinellas County Jail No supervisory responsibilities (of staff) Don't miss this chance to apply your trade skills in a meaningful environment. Apply today to support the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office's commitment to maintaining quality facilities! For more details and to apply visit https://bit.ly/41vV1M6. Questions? Contact HR at 727-582-6208 or send them an email at [email protected].

Our spring Discovery Day was a tremendous success! Young explorers aged 8-13 experienced an unforgettable day of learning and adventure. The morning began with three action-packed learning stations where kids: - Conquered our modified Physical Abilities Test (P.A.T.) - Navigated the Targeted Response Against Distracted Driving Course (T.R.A.D.D.) - Solved mysteries alongside our forensics team during a hands-on crime scene investigation The excitement continued with an up-close look at our specialty vehicles and SWAT gear! Mark your calendars for our next Discovery Day on November 1st! Visit https://lnkd.in/ewUzm5zW to learn more and register your child. Spaces fill quickly, so don't miss out!

In honor of Deputy Chuck Skipper's retirement, we're thrilled to share this fun compilation showcasing the creativity and humor he brought to our crime prevention efforts! From Captain Jack Squat to the "Shoulder Deputy," Deputy Skipper's willingness to transform into unforgettable characters (and sometimes get buried in sand) made important safety messages both educational and entertaining. What made Deputy Skipper truly special wasn't just his talent for character work – it was his genuine passion for keeping our community safe. His dedication to crime prevention and his ability to connect with people of all ages through humor and creativity turned what could have been forgettable PSAs into lasting lessons that resonated with our community. While we'll miss seeing Deputy Skipper in new safety videos, his legacy of innovation in public education will continue to inspire us. And don't worry – this isn't the last you'll see of him! We'll continue to reshare some of his classic safety tips in the months to come. Thank you, Chuck, for sharing your talents with us, for your incredible dedication to public safety, and for showing us all that effective crime prevention can also be fun. Wishing you all the best in your well-deserved retirement!

We're hiring for a rare opening: Background Investigator! This civilian position is an excellent opportunity that doesn't come around often. What you'll do: - Conduct in-depth interviews with applicants - Research and analyze background information - Coordinate with partners to gather comprehensive applicant data - Prepare detailed summary reports for review Details: - Monday-Friday, day shift - Civilian position - No supervisory responsibilities Join our team and play a crucial role in building the future of the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office! Head over to https://bit.ly/4ipPtd4 for more details and to apply. Questions? Contact HR at 727-582-6208 or send them an email at [email protected]