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Human Resource Division
Our Human Resource Division staff consists of three members. Our office is responsible for the processing of all applications as well as the servicing of all current members with regard to benefits and any status change activity.
This Unit is also responsible for all Florida Department of Law Enforcement requirements for every new hired sworn member. The Human Resource unit is also responsible for the enrollment into both the Law Enforcement and Corrections academies for deputy trainees.
Additionally we oversee the following:
  • Promotional Testing
  • Grievance Process
  • PMP Employee Performance Evaluation System
  • Agency Safety Committee
  • Facility Key control (with exception of jail facility)
  • Member ID System to include Court House ID Security System
  • All insurance Coverage
  • Workers Compensation
  • Drug Free Workplace
  • Family and Medical Leave
  • Ensure compliance with all Federal Employment Laws
Important Contact Numbers  
Sheriff Susan Benton............................402-7213 Law Enforcement Bureau..............402-7206
General Information ..............................402-7211 Detention Information.....................402-7201
Chief of Staff, Lisa Burley...............402-7311 Judicial Process..............................402-7227
Legal Counsel, Mike Durham..............402-7374 Crime Stoppers.....................(800) 226-8477