Position Concept
SIGN-ON BONUSES FOR NEW HIRES
SWORN / CERTIFIED DEPUTIES.........$2,000
- $1,000 UPON HIRE, AND $1,000 UPON PROBATION COMPLETION
The Detention Deputy monitors, controls and accounts for incarcerated inmates and civilian visitors while at the Polk County Sheriff's Office detention facilities.
The most important and essential job function of the pposition is attitude which includes the following : interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, respnding politely to customers, delivering customer service, working as a team member, functioning under intense pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.
The Detention Deputy may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.
Employee Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision10 Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffDirect Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay ChecksTuition ReimbursementEducation IncentivesFree Employee Health ClinicWellness IncentivesFRS RetirementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Free Employee GymLife InsuranceDeferred Compensation PlanEssential Functions
Security
Operate remote control panelOperate manual cell locksConduct inmate countsVerify inmate countsPatrol / observe housing / confinement areasMaintain security of keysMaintain control room or office logsControl civilian traffic in restricted areasPatrol and inspect perimeter of facilityOperate jail or annex sally ports or gatesMonitor closed-circuit televisionEscort visitors or vendorsSupervise inmate barberPrevent escape attemptsObtain medical or dental assistanceReport unusual emergency situationsDirect evacuationApply restraintsSubdue disorderly inmatesSearch confinement areasSearch inmate propertyStrip-search inmateHousing Management
Verify office logMaintain housing or dormitory logSupervise inmates during recreationObserve inmate in medical isolationInspect fire fighting equipmentResolve inmate disputesSupervise trusty distributing food traysSupervise inmates during medical visitMove inmate in and out of cellOperations
Receive / issue weapons and ammunitionInventory weapons and ammunitionReport sabotage, pilferage, violationsAnswer inmate questionsMaintain restraint equipment inventoryPrepare disciplinary reportReport and record found contrabandInvestigate disciplinary reportParticipate in disciplinary boardConduct facility toursTestify or appear in courtFire weapons on range qualificationCollect DNAInmate Property, Mail and Money
Collect, sort or distribute institutional mailSort and distribute inmate mailDistribute completed commissary ordersDistribute / collect inmate commissary orderCollect and accurately count moneyTransportation
Supervise inmates during transportMaintain security of inmatesOperate transport vehiclesTransport inmates to / from outside facilitiesSupervise inmates outside of facilitiesPrepare and complete travel recordCommunicate with other facilitiesVisitation / Recreation
Observe contact and non-contact visitsSearch visitorsSign up visitorsSign up inmates for recreationMaintain security of inmates at recreationMaintain statistical dataEnsure compliance with visitation and recreation standardsAdministrative
Assist the Support Section CommanderProcure and deliver office suppliesOrder uniform suppliesDeliver inter-office mailReceive and return messagesMaintain office suppliesAttorney Booth
Coordinate and monitor inmate visitBooking
Verify intake informationFingerprint inmatesVerify inmate identityPhotograph inmateOversee delousing processMaintain inmate property inventory listReturn Inmate propertyCollect DNADisciplinary Review Board
Prepare and distribute restrictions listConduct disciplinary review and hearingReview disciplinary report formDistribute disciplinary review formAssemble disciplinary report historiesConduct appeal hearingsFood Service
Provide training materialsInspect food or drinkIssue or receive suppliesMaintain sanitary facilityIssue, inventory, receive utensilsProvide meals for inmatesIntoxilyzer Maintenance
Conduct intoxilyzer breath testMaintain intoxilyzerJudicial Complex
Monitor inmate court appearanceVerify inmate locationDistribute court lists, correspondenceConduct security patrolDual Certified
Document criminal offensesTrusty Supervisor
Ensure compliance with standardsSelect inmates for trusty statusOversee distribution of laundry itemsOversee distribution of hygiene itemsMaintain yard and laundry equipmentOversee cleanliness of facilityMaintain linens and other itemsOversee grounds keepingTransport trusties to work siteOversee car washMaintain inmate telephones and televisionsWeekender Program
Conduct weekend programObtain materials for programAssist Unit sergeantSet-up inmate foldersAssist Transportation UnitK-9
Perform demonstrationsConduct building searchConduct area searchMaintain and sanitize K-9 Kennel cageMaintain K-9Attend trainingConduct area search for drugsComplete activity log of trainingComplete monthly activity logComplete all required documentationEducation, Professional Certification or License
High School or GEDValid Florida driver's licenseState of Florida, Basic Recruit Certificate of Corrections Compliance after completion of training in accordance with the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training CommissionSuccessful completion of the Polk County Sheriff's Office Floor Training and Evaluation ProgramDual certification required for K-9 assignmentProfessional Experience
Prefer experience in corrections, security or social work fieldsEnvironmental Conditions
Works near potentially dangerous personsWork may require physical acts of strength and enduranceMay utilize firearms or other weaponsWorks rotating 12 hour shiftWorks in confined areas with limited access to freedomKnowledge of
PCSO policy and proceduresSally port controlsOperation of cell locksOperation of the control panelFacilitiesLocation of inmatesDefensive tacticsOfficer safety technoiquesResistance / Control ContinuumFirat aid and CPRUse of retraint devicesSearch techniquesSelf-contained breathing apparatusDifferent types of fire extinguishersInmate controlWeapons safetyCriminal Justive SystemCommunications radio codes and signalsAnimal husbandryAnimal medicationsSafety proceduresWelding equipmentWelding materialAutomotive mechanicsFarm equipmentElectrical repSingle and three phase wiringHand toolsPower toolsDefensive tacticsCourt systemCourtroom demeanorOffice suppliesFlorida State TatutesFingerprinting proceduresFiling systemAppropriate formsSeed germinationSoilChemicalsOperationsof farm equipmentDrainage to avoid soil erosionCrop rotationPlanting seasonsChemicals and fertilizersReferencesFarm operationsFarming periodicalsWholesalersGround maintenance equipmentOperation of food service equipmentGovernment recipesIntoxilyer operationsFDLE rules, and regulations for intoxilyzerGeographical areaCase Reporting ManualClassification systemAbility to
Operate fire-fighting equipmentRead a clockInventory keysRead and write EnglishHandle stressDirect evacuationRecognize contrabandOperate a calculatorOperate a motor vehicleFollow instructionsOperate a hand truckOperate office equipmentCount accuratelyAdjust to physical disabilitiesAdapt tp incoherent inmateOperate photographic equipmentOperate farm equipmentPerform maintenanceOperate toolsRead and follow recipesOperate intoxilyzerEstablish and control a crime sceneRecognize deficienciesInventoryOperate a 16 passenger vehicleSkills
ObservationSelf-defenseCommunicationsBasic mathematicalComputerInterpersonalInterviewingPublic speakingTime managementTelephoneLeadershipSupervisoryInstructingOrganizationalCounselingEstimatingBasic English grammarRecord keepingPlumbingTorchPipe fittingWeldingCarpentryElectricalMasonryIntoxilyzer maintenanceInvestigativeDecision-makingWeapons proficiencyReading comprehensionPhysical Requirements
Sit for long periodsStand for long periodsWalk five milesAmbulate independentlyBend / squatSee at normal range or with accommodationLift / drag / carry heavy objects up to 150 lbs.Speak English understandablyHear at normal level or with accommodationSense of smellManual dexterityRun fast for 50 yardsKneelClimb stairsStoopCrawlRecognize colorsSubdue a resisting / attacking subjectOther
FDLE : Florida Department of Law Enforcement"Essential Functions" may be dependent upon assignment
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V
Min
USD $65,040.35 / Yr.
Max
USD $82,749.26 / Yr.