This bill amends chapter 2000-388 of the Laws of Florida to enhance the career service structure within the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. It introduces an additional career service position, specifically a Level 5 Captain, and outlines promotional procedures that require competitive examinations for promotions to the ranks of sergeant and lieutenant. The bill also revises the membership and responsibilities of the Career Service Appeals Board, which will now consist of five members, including two appointed by the sheriff and two by the appellant, with a fifth member selected from the board to serve as chairperson.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the conditions under which members attain Career Service status and the process for demotions and promotions. It specifies that promotions above Level 4 will be determined through a resume or interview process, and it allows for the demotion of a captain to the last tested rank without cause at the sheriff's discretion. The bill also revises the appeal process for disciplinary actions, ensuring that members have the right to a hearing and outlining the board's authority to administer oaths and issue subpoenas. The changes aim to improve the governance and accountability of the career service within the Sheriff's Office while maintaining the rights of its members.