Certified Process Server Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $36,296.00 Annually
Location : Pensacola, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00730
Division: Administration Division
Department: Civil-Civil Process
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
General Description
This class receives, reviews, prioritizes, and organizes documents for service; makes attempts and effects service on named parties; and maintains recordkeeping requirements.
Employees of the Escambia County Sheriff's Office are expected to be loyal, work in a safe manner, use common sense, and complete their work efficiently and correctly.
Examples of Duties
Receives, reviews, prioritizes, and organizes various documents for service; makes attempts to effect services on names parties.
Obtains locations of named parties utilizing a variety of research and basic investigative techniques.
Documents information concerning service attempts, new location information, and reasons for not effecting service; maintains related monthly statistical reports, District assistance logs, and other related reports; calculates information and records required data; reviews and signs applicable forms validating service.
Maintains and organizes the use of assigned County vehicle.
Represents the Sheriff's department when subpoenaed to court to testify concerning service effected and procedures followed.
Monitors two-way radio and maintains communication with applicable staff responding to calls for assistance.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Typical Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
License and Certification Requirements:
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of (position requirements at entry):
County geography.
Defensive driving techniques.
Customer service principles.
Research methods.
Basic investigative techniques.
Skill in (position requirements at entry):
Providing customer service.
Reading maps.
Conducting research and basic investigative work.
Recalling names, faces, addresses, details of incidents, and physical surroundings.
Reacting quickly and appropriately in confrontational situations and taking effective actions in emergency situations.
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Supplemental Information
Material and Equipment Used:
Motor Vehicle
Two-Way Radio
Digital Pager
Modern Office Equipment
Geographical maps
Positions in this class typically require:
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, blood and other bodily fluids, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and travel.
NOTE:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the business needs of the department.
Health Coverage with HRA:
PPO - 2 plans*
HDHP-High Deductible Health Plan-1
Cost per month:
Plan 1-PPO Plan 2-PPO Plan 3-HDHP
Employee $133.46 $40.00 $12.66
Emply & Spouse $553.30 $233.32 $185.80
Emply & Child(ren) $540.06 $240.00 $175.08
Family $786.34 $293.34 $227.20
*Flexible Spending Plan with pre-tax medical, dental, vision, and dependent care costs
3rd Plan Option is a High Deductible Health Plan:
$1600 Deductible needs to be met, then 20% is owed for any services
HSA with HDHP
County Employee Wellness Clinic
Employee Assistance Program - no cost to employee or family members
Dental coverage-Free for Employee Only Coverage
Vision coverage available
Long-Term Disability Policy available
Florida Retirement System Pension Plan - 3% cost to employee; 8 years vested
Florida Retirement System Investment Plan - 3% cost to employee; 1 year vested
$50,000 Life Insurance Policy - no cost to employee; additional life insurance coverage available
Deferred Compensation Plan with Nationwide
8 hours vacation leave per month (increases over time)
10 hours sick leave per month
13 Paid Holidays
Educational Incentive Pay - 2% for each 5 years of continuous service
Direct Deposit
Sick Leave Pool
College Tuition Reimbursement Program (A-100%, B-90%, C-80%)
Uniforms and Equipment furnished
No state income tax in Florida
Take Home Vehicle (based upon assignment)
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)? NOTE: All education must be listed in the "Education" section of your application.NOTE: Your application will be rated ineligible if your relevant education is not listed in the correct sections as listed above.

• Yes
• No

02
I understand the majority of this work is done out of the office, 10-hour work days, 4 days per week. Are you willing and able to work this schedule in this environment?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04
Have you ever been denied issuance of a driver's license or have you ever had a license suspended or revoked? If yes, provide brief details. If no, enter "NA."
05
Do you claim Veteran's Preference?

• Yes
• No

06
If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, which of the below qualifies you for Veteran's Preference?

• Disabled Veteran that has served on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces and who presently has an existing service-connected disability which is compensable under public laws administered by the DVA or are receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the DVA and the Dept. of Defense
• The spouse of a Veteran who has a total and permanent service-connected disability and who, because of this disability, cannot qualify for employment
• The spouse of a Veteran who is missing in action, captured in the line of duty by hostile force, or detained or interned in the line of duty by a foreign government or power
• A Veteran of any war who has served at least one (1) day during a war time period. Must have Honorable Discharge. Active Duty for Training shall not be allowed for eligibility.
• A Veteran who has been awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal
• The unremarried widow(er) of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
• The mother, father, legal guardian, or unremarried widow(er) if a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Dept. of Defense
• A Veteran who has served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was discharged or released therefrom under Honorable conditions only or who later received an upgraded discharge under Honorable conditions. Active Duty for Training shall not be allowed for eligibility
• A current member of any reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
• N/A

07
I understand that if claiming Veteran's Preference, I must submit ALL the appropriate/supporting documentation to confirm my qualifications for Veteran's Preference by the closing date (09/10/2026) of this job advertisement in order to be awarded the appropriate Veteran's Preference. NOTE: Supporting documentation can be submitted via email to krtoche@escambiaso.com; via fax at 850-436-9606; or in person at the Escambia County Sheriff's Office Administration building located at 1700 West Leonard St., Pensacola, FL..NOTE: Supporting documentation must be submitted by the closing date (09/10/2026) in order to receive the appropriate Veteran's Preference. If the supporting documentation is not submitted by that time, Veteran's Preference will not be awarded. NOTE: For any questions regarding what documentation is required, please email krtoche@escambiaso.com

• Yes
• No
• N/A

08
I understand that my application must list any employment held within the previous ten (10) years, at a minimum, in order for my application to be considered complete.I have listed any and all employment held within the previous ten (10) years.

• Yes
• No

09
I understand that I must list three (3) PERSONAL references. These references cannot be family nor previous/current supervisors. These references must have name and phone number at a minimum for contact information.I have listed three (3) personal references in my application.

• Yes
• No

10
Are you currently a permanent ECSO employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question