Bill > H4027

This bill modifies the career service system for the Osceola County Sheriff's Office by making several key changes. It adds a new Level 5 Captain position to the existing career service ranks and revises the promotional procedures for different levels of law enforcement personnel. For ranks up to level 4 (lieutenant), promotions will continue to be based on content-valid examinations, while promotions above level 4 (to captain) will now be made through a resume or interview process. The bill also provides the sheriff with additional discretion, such as the ability to demote a captain to their last tested rank without cause. The Career Service Appeals Board's composition is modified, now consisting of five members selected through a specific process involving the sheriff, the appellant, and a chairperson. The board's responsibilities include hearing appeals from career service members regarding disciplinary actions, with specific provisions about who can serve on the board and how hearings should be conducted. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines for career progression, disciplinary actions, and appeal processes within the Osceola County Sheriff's Office while maintaining the sheriff's administrative authority.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/4027