What Okaloosa County Sheriff pays
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$63,554
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Open jobs at Okaloosa County Sheriff
Deputy Sheriff
Administration Office Shalimar, FLCloses Dec 31, 2026$63,554starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age19
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- SchedulePanama schedule with rotation every 3 months, 12 hour shifts
- Tattoo policyvisible tattoos, brands, and body modifications prohibited if excessive, offensive, discriminatory, or harmful to the organization's reputation
How Okaloosa County Sheriff compares nearby
All 9 Emerald Coast agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Okaloosa County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okaloosa County Sheriff | Hiring | $63,554 | — | None | |
| Crestview PD | Hiring | $50,378 | −$13,176 | None | |
| Valparaiso PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Niceville PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Shalimar PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Fort Walton Beach PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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