Summary
Position Concept The Crime Prevention Specialist performs public service functions providing crime prevention programs and building citizen and law enforcement awareness. The member performs complex public relations, administrative and operational duties and tasks specific to the position.The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.The Crime Prevention Specialist 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 Conduct toursRepresent the Sheriff at functionsRespond to community/agency requestsAttend community eventsAttend meetings/workshopsConduct special programsPrepare/conduct public presentationsMonitor crime trendsIdentify community needsDevelop new programsProvide member trainingDocument informationCompose correspondenceEducation, Professional Certification or License Two (2) year college degree from an accredited college or universityFour (4) year college degree preferredValid Florida Driver's LicenseCertification by American Red Cross in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, certification as a Crime Prevention Practitioner as designated by the Florida Attorney General's Office, in conjunction with Florida Crime Prevention AssociationProfessional Experience Demonstrated proficiency of keyboarding 35 wpm with no more than 5 errorsEnvironmental Conditions Works in inclement weather conditionsWorks varying hours.Knowledge of PCSO policy and proceduresPCSO facilitiesCriminal Justice systemCrime Prevention programCultural diversityCounty and state agenciesComputer programs/softwareInternet researchResourcesMulti-medium communicationGeographical areaSpecific subject matterEquipment and functionsAbility to Read and write EnglishOperate a motor vehicleOperate multi-medium communication toolsOperate office equipmentReason logicallyComposeSkills OrganizationalStrong communicationAdvanced interpersonalBasic mathematicalComputerKeyboardingAdvanced English grammarPublic speakingAnalyticalResearchTelephoneInstructorSupervisoryDecision makingPhysical Requirements Sit for long periodsStand for long periodsSee at normal range or with accommodationsHear at normal level or with accommodationsSpeak English understandablyManual dexterityAmbulate independentlyBend/SquatWalkLift 50 lbs.RunStoopOther *FDLE: Florida Department of Law EnforcementEqual Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VMin USD $45,960.30/Yr. Max USD $62,639.41/Yr.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
Position Concept The Crime Prevention Specialist performs public service functions providing crime prevention programs and building citizen and law enforcement awareness. The member performs complex public relations, administrative and operational duties and tasks specific to the position.The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.The Crime Prevention Specialist 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 Conduct toursRepresent the Sheriff at functionsRespond to community/agency requestsAttend community eventsAttend meetings/workshopsConduct special programsPrepare/conduct public presentationsMonitor crime trendsIdentify community needsDevelop new programsProvide member trainingDocument informationCompose correspondenceEducation, Professional Certification or License Two (2) year college degree from an accredited college or universityFour (4) year college degree preferredValid Florida Driver's LicenseCertification by American Red Cross in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, certification as a Crime Prevention Practitioner as designated by the Florida Attorney General's Office, in conjunction with Florida Crime Prevention AssociationProfessional Experience Demonstrated proficiency of keyboarding 35 wpm with no more than 5 errorsEnvironmental Conditions Works in inclement weather conditionsWorks varying hours.Knowledge of PCSO policy and proceduresPCSO facilitiesCriminal Justice systemCrime Prevention programCultural diversityCounty and state agenciesComputer programs/softwareInternet researchResourcesMulti-medium communicationGeographical areaSpecific subject matterEquipment and functionsAbility to Read and write EnglishOperate a motor vehicleOperate multi-medium communication toolsOperate office equipmentReason logicallyComposeSkills OrganizationalStrong communicationAdvanced interpersonalBasic mathematicalComputerKeyboardingAdvanced English grammarPublic speakingAnalyticalResearchTelephoneInstructorSupervisoryDecision makingPhysical Requirements Sit for long periodsStand for long periodsSee at normal range or with accommodationsHear at normal level or with accommodationsSpeak English understandablyManual dexterityAmbulate independentlyBend/SquatWalkLift 50 lbs.RunStoopOther *FDLE: Florida Department of Law EnforcementEqual Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VMin USD $45,960.30/Yr. Max USD $62,639.41/Yr.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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