Summary
Position ConceptSIGN-ON BONUSES FOR NEW HIRESSWORN/CERTIFIED DEPUTIES.........$2,000**$1,000 UPON HIRE AND $1,000 UPON PROBATION COMPLETION**1ST TIME SELF-SPONSORED LE.........$1,000**$500 UPON HIRE AND $500 UPON PROBATION COMPLETION**MOVING ALLOWANCE (SWORN/OUT OF COUNTY)........$2,000MOVING ALLOWANCE (SWORN/OUT OF STATE)........$5,000The Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, limb and property.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 Deputy Sheriff 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 BenefitsMedical, 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 FunctionsTestify at trials, hearings, and Grand JuriesTestify at depositionsServe subpoenasServe injunctions for protectionServe court ordered Baker ActsPrepare orignal and supplemental reportsMaintain issued equipmentMaintain firearmsInspect and maintain patrol vehicleMaintain attendance recordFile complain affidavits/notice to appearReview statutes, ordinances, and directivesReview BOLOs, requests, agreementsMaintain notes of warnings, arrests, and contactsMaintain gas logUpdate andmaintain, review manuals and filesPrepare correspondenceCollect latent fingerprintsPhotograph persons, evidence, crime sceneSeize, impound vehicles and evidenceSecure evidenceSeize or confiscate illegal substancesSecure found or acquired propertyInterview victims, witnesses, informantsInterview suspectsComplete field interrogation reportsInvestigate crimes against the stateInvestigate property crimesInitiate persons crime investigationInitiate death investigationSearch for evidence or suspectConduct active patrol in assigned areaConduct frisk or pat-down searchPursue vehiclesRespond to rescue situationsConduct felony stopRespond to bomb threatsRespond to civil unrest or riotsCounsel persons involved in disputesRespond to alarm callsConduct self‑initiated arrestControl disorderly or irate personsServe arrest warrantTransport inmate or arresteeLocate or retrieve bodyExamine abandoned vehicleEstablish contacts/confidential informantsEscort funeralConduct dwelling, ground checkProvide information to citizensInvestigate, isolate hazardous materialsAssist special needs, intoxicated personsAssist other agenciesWarn citizens of dangers, hazardsProvide security for special functionsConduct traffic stop, traffic controlsConduct DUI investigationsConduct parking enforcementConduct traffic crash investigationsPrimary Functions:A deputy sheriff in this position is required to meet the primary duties of the pursuit, apprehension and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators and maintain same apprehension of suspects, inmates/prisoners or trustees during transportation.Education, Professional Certification or LicenseHigh School or GEDValid Florida driver's licenseState of Florida, Basic Recruit, Certificate of Compliance after completion of training in accordance withCJSTC or comparable out of state trainingSuccessful maintenance of proficiency in mandatory in‑service training as delineated in General Orders 33.5Successful completion of the Polk County Sheriff's Office Field Training ProgramProfessional ExperiencePrior law enforcement experience is preferred but not mandatoryEnvironmental ConditionsWork may involve rotating 12 hour shiftsPhysical acts requiring strength and endurance may be requiredWorks during inclement weatherInvolves exposure to dangerous and sometimes life threatening situations, events or personsWorks under extreme varying degrees of stressSubject to call 24 hours a daySome exposure to morbid crime scenes involving the human bodyWorks with a firearm and other required weaponsWorks with a great deal of autonomy requiring discretion and field decision‑makingMay have to inflict bodily harm or kill another human beingKnowledge ofPCSO policy and proceduresFlorida State StatutesCriminal Justice SystemGeographical areaResistance/Control ContinuumRadio codes, signals, Unit identificationsCase Reporting ManualManufacture's standardsIssue weapon nomenclatureSurfaces conducive to fingerprintingFingerprinting techniquesAppearance of fingerprintsCamera operationEvidence handling*RICTypes of evidenceEvidence collectionIllegal substance appearanceNarcotics field test proceduresOfficer safety techniquesCase lawDomestic violence proceduresChild/elderly abuse proceduresSpecialty team proceduresArea characteristicsFirst aid/CPRCrowd control techniquesHuman anatomyFirearm safety proceduresPublic safety concernsBuilding/area search techniquesMobile field force systemDefensive techniquesReference dataSupport units availableCommunity servicesReferral sourcesSocial and public assistance agenciesAbnormal behaviorSpecial function requirementsRoadblock equipmentEffects of intoxicants/drugsField sobriety testingCrash investigationAbility toDraw diagramsOperate public address systemConduct pat down, search for weaponsFollow commandsRecognize basic signs and causes of deathDisassemble and reassemble firearmOperate a motor vehicleRead and write EnglishUse approved defensive weaponsPerform minor vehicle maintenanceRead gauges and odometersOperate calculatorEvaluateRead a mapComprehendOperate cameraOperate tape recorderListen and understandDetect suspicious activityIdentify makes and models of vehiclesHandle stressLocate vehicle identification numberEvaluate credibility and reliabilityIdentify suspicious activity/circumstancesRecognize danger or potential hazardRecognize informative placard or signsMonitor radio trafficSkillsComputerBasic mathematicalKeyboardingInterpersonalOrganizationalBasic investigationInterviewObservationTactical drivingTactical communicationBasic crime scene processingWeapons proficiencyCommunicationBasic English grammarPhysical RequirementsJumpClimbLift/drag/carry 150 lbs.CrawlBend/squatWalkRunSit for long periodsStand for long periodsSee at normal range or with accommodationHear at normal level or with accommodationSpeak English understandablySense of smellManual dexterityRecognize colorsAmbulate independentlyAgilityMobilityWithstand chemical odorStrength to loosen lug nutsFull range of motionSteady handsAbility to distinguish colorsUpper body strengthEnduranceContinenceEndure climatic extremesBalanceOtherFCIC/NCIC: Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center FDLE: Florida Department of Law EnforcementEqual Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VMinUSD $66,341.18/Yr.MaxUSD $84,404.32/Yr.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
Position ConceptSIGN-ON BONUSES FOR NEW HIRESSWORN/CERTIFIED DEPUTIES.........$2,000**$1,000 UPON HIRE AND $1,000 UPON PROBATION COMPLETION**1ST TIME SELF-SPONSORED LE.........$1,000**$500 UPON HIRE AND $500 UPON PROBATION COMPLETION**MOVING ALLOWANCE (SWORN/OUT OF COUNTY)........$2,000MOVING ALLOWANCE (SWORN/OUT OF STATE)........$5,000The Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, limb and property.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 Deputy Sheriff 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 BenefitsMedical, 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 FunctionsTestify at trials, hearings, and Grand JuriesTestify at depositionsServe subpoenasServe injunctions for protectionServe court ordered Baker ActsPrepare orignal and supplemental reportsMaintain issued equipmentMaintain firearmsInspect and maintain patrol vehicleMaintain attendance recordFile complain affidavits/notice to appearReview statutes, ordinances, and directivesReview BOLOs, requests, agreementsMaintain notes of warnings, arrests, and contactsMaintain gas logUpdate andmaintain, review manuals and filesPrepare correspondenceCollect latent fingerprintsPhotograph persons, evidence, crime sceneSeize, impound vehicles and evidenceSecure evidenceSeize or confiscate illegal substancesSecure found or acquired propertyInterview victims, witnesses, informantsInterview suspectsComplete field interrogation reportsInvestigate crimes against the stateInvestigate property crimesInitiate persons crime investigationInitiate death investigationSearch for evidence or suspectConduct active patrol in assigned areaConduct frisk or pat-down searchPursue vehiclesRespond to rescue situationsConduct felony stopRespond to bomb threatsRespond to civil unrest or riotsCounsel persons involved in disputesRespond to alarm callsConduct self‑initiated arrestControl disorderly or irate personsServe arrest warrantTransport inmate or arresteeLocate or retrieve bodyExamine abandoned vehicleEstablish contacts/confidential informantsEscort funeralConduct dwelling, ground checkProvide information to citizensInvestigate, isolate hazardous materialsAssist special needs, intoxicated personsAssist other agenciesWarn citizens of dangers, hazardsProvide security for special functionsConduct traffic stop, traffic controlsConduct DUI investigationsConduct parking enforcementConduct traffic crash investigationsPrimary Functions:A deputy sheriff in this position is required to meet the primary duties of the pursuit, apprehension and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators and maintain same apprehension of suspects, inmates/prisoners or trustees during transportation.Education, Professional Certification or LicenseHigh School or GEDValid Florida driver's licenseState of Florida, Basic Recruit, Certificate of Compliance after completion of training in accordance withCJSTC or comparable out of state trainingSuccessful maintenance of proficiency in mandatory in‑service training as delineated in General Orders 33.5Successful completion of the Polk County Sheriff's Office Field Training ProgramProfessional ExperiencePrior law enforcement experience is preferred but not mandatoryEnvironmental ConditionsWork may involve rotating 12 hour shiftsPhysical acts requiring strength and endurance may be requiredWorks during inclement weatherInvolves exposure to dangerous and sometimes life threatening situations, events or personsWorks under extreme varying degrees of stressSubject to call 24 hours a daySome exposure to morbid crime scenes involving the human bodyWorks with a firearm and other required weaponsWorks with a great deal of autonomy requiring discretion and field decision‑makingMay have to inflict bodily harm or kill another human beingKnowledge ofPCSO policy and proceduresFlorida State StatutesCriminal Justice SystemGeographical areaResistance/Control ContinuumRadio codes, signals, Unit identificationsCase Reporting ManualManufacture's standardsIssue weapon nomenclatureSurfaces conducive to fingerprintingFingerprinting techniquesAppearance of fingerprintsCamera operationEvidence handling*RICTypes of evidenceEvidence collectionIllegal substance appearanceNarcotics field test proceduresOfficer safety techniquesCase lawDomestic violence proceduresChild/elderly abuse proceduresSpecialty team proceduresArea characteristicsFirst aid/CPRCrowd control techniquesHuman anatomyFirearm safety proceduresPublic safety concernsBuilding/area search techniquesMobile field force systemDefensive techniquesReference dataSupport units availableCommunity servicesReferral sourcesSocial and public assistance agenciesAbnormal behaviorSpecial function requirementsRoadblock equipmentEffects of intoxicants/drugsField sobriety testingCrash investigationAbility toDraw diagramsOperate public address systemConduct pat down, search for weaponsFollow commandsRecognize basic signs and causes of deathDisassemble and reassemble firearmOperate a motor vehicleRead and write EnglishUse approved defensive weaponsPerform minor vehicle maintenanceRead gauges and odometersOperate calculatorEvaluateRead a mapComprehendOperate cameraOperate tape recorderListen and understandDetect suspicious activityIdentify makes and models of vehiclesHandle stressLocate vehicle identification numberEvaluate credibility and reliabilityIdentify suspicious activity/circumstancesRecognize danger or potential hazardRecognize informative placard or signsMonitor radio trafficSkillsComputerBasic mathematicalKeyboardingInterpersonalOrganizationalBasic investigationInterviewObservationTactical drivingTactical communicationBasic crime scene processingWeapons proficiencyCommunicationBasic English grammarPhysical RequirementsJumpClimbLift/drag/carry 150 lbs.CrawlBend/squatWalkRunSit for long periodsStand for long periodsSee at normal range or with accommodationHear at normal level or with accommodationSpeak English understandablySense of smellManual dexterityRecognize colorsAmbulate independentlyAgilityMobilityWithstand chemical odorStrength to loosen lug nutsFull range of motionSteady handsAbility to distinguish colorsUpper body strengthEnduranceContinenceEndure climatic extremesBalanceOtherFCIC/NCIC: Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center FDLE: Florida Department of Law EnforcementEqual Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VMinUSD $66,341.18/Yr.MaxUSD $84,404.32/Yr.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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