Clay County Sheriff's Office Information

Vision: To foster a safe community where families and businesses thrive. Mission: To selflessly serve our community with honor and courage. Values: Integrity, Caring, Excellence, Teamwork. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office has a rich history that dates back to 1859. Elam J. Daniels was the first man to hold the highest law enforcement position in the county. From the bank robbery of 1907 in Green Cove Springs to Bill Joe Crab’s great escape to the runaway wife, deputies with the sheriff’s office have solved some interesting crimes over the years. The main goals have always been to protect and serve and that standard continues today. Under the leadership of Sheriff Michelle Cook, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office strives to foster a safe community where families and businesses thrive, while proudly serving our community with honor and courage. Apply today at https://www.claysheriff.com/departments/employment/ It is the policy of the Clay County Sheriff's Office to protect the constitutional rights of all people, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical handicap or religion; and to treat each person with respect and dignity. While contacting persons in a variety of situations is not only routine, but also germane to law enforcement activities, this agency will not accept or tolerate bias-based policing. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer offering a drug free workplace and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, marital status, disability or any other legally protected status. We proudly recognize veteran’s preference.