Dear Applicant,
The Bay County Sheriff's Office is pleased that you are interested in employment with us. Please note that to apply for a Deputy Sheriff position you MUST have your Florida Law Enforcement certification. If you are not certified, you may call Gulf Coast State College at (850) 747-3242 to find out what it takes to be certified.
Chipola Junior College in Marianna, Florida (850) 718-2286 and various community colleges in Florida also offer the courses. Should you need any further information, please feel free to contact our office at (850) 747-4700, Ext. 2073.
If you have been a law enforcement officer in another state for at least one year or while in the military, you may be eligible for a two week course. Call Rebecca Acton at Gulf Coast State College, (850) 747-3242 for more information.
Employment application can be downloaded below.
Completed applications can be emailed to: personnel@bayso.org
Bay County Sheriffs Office
Attention: Personnel
3421 Highway 77
Panama City, FL 32405
Tell Me More
Download BCSO Employment Application (Phase 1)
Download BCSO Employment Application
Current Openings
Bay County Sheriff Employee Benefit Guide 2024-2025
Rev 03/10/2025