Detention Support Specialist

Summary

Position Concept

The Detention Support Specialist performs operations, clerical and public relations duties in the Department of Detention specific to the position. The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude and includes the following: positive interaction and cooperation 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 member 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, Vision

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks

Tuition Reimbursement

Education Incentives

Free Employee Health Clinic

Wellness Incentives

FRS Retirement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Employee Gym

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

Essential Functions

Operate Security doors

Handle inmate property

Monitor movement of visitors

Monitor inmate activity

Communicate via portable radio

Provide information to the public

Assist other Detention members

Maintain office logs

Track inmate movement via computer

Document visitors

Maintain office supply inventory

Distribute mail

Communicate via telephone

Court Holding

Monitor alarm/surveillance cameras

South County Jail Visitation

Operate video visitation software

Perform interior equipment check

South County Jail receptionist

Schedule professional visitation

Track inmate Work Program certificates

Education, Professional Certification or License

High School or GED

Detention Support Specialist (to be completed within one year of appointment)

Professional Experience

Must complete agency-provided keyboarding classes during the first twelve (12) months of employment

Environmental Conditions

Works primarily in a closed, secure workplace

Knowledge of

PCSO policy, procedures and benefitEmergency procedures

Operation of control panel

Appropriate forms and documents

PCSO facilities and locations

Inmate rules and regulations

Inmate property procedures

Criminal Justice system

Communication radio codes

Cell location

Housing layout

Security system

Visitor log

Special housing needs

Inmate rights

County and State agencies

Resources

Filing system

Office supplies

Key control

Ability to

Read and write English

Operate office equipment

Recognize potential problems

Perform inventory

Operate surveillance equipment

Skills

Communication

Alphabetizing

Observation

Computer

Basic mathematical

Telephone

Interpersonal

Clerical

Keyboarding

Analytical

Physical Requirements

Lift 25 lbs

Carry 10 lbs.

Squat

Walk

Sit for long periods

Stand for long periods

Hear at normal level or with accommodation

See at normal range or with accommodation

Speak English understandably

Manual dexterity

Ambulate independently

Ability to look up frequently

Other

• *FCIC/NCIC: Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center• FDLE: Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Min

USD $38,803.65/Yr.

Max

USD $52,885.25/Yr.

Job Description

Position Concept

The Detention Support Specialist performs operations, clerical and public relations duties in the Department of Detention specific to the position. The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude and includes the following: positive interaction and cooperation 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 member 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, Vision

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks

Tuition Reimbursement

Education Incentives

Free Employee Health Clinic

Wellness Incentives

FRS Retirement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Employee Gym

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

Essential Functions

Operate Security doors

Handle inmate property

Monitor movement of visitors

Monitor inmate activity

Communicate via portable radio

Provide information to the public

Assist other Detention members

Maintain office logs

Track inmate movement via computer

Document visitors

Maintain office supply inventory

Distribute mail

Communicate via telephone

Court Holding

Monitor alarm/surveillance cameras

South County Jail Visitation

Operate video visitation software

Perform interior equipment check

South County Jail receptionist

Schedule professional visitation

Track inmate Work Program certificates

Education, Professional Certification or License

High School or GED

Detention Support Specialist (to be completed within one year of appointment)

Professional Experience

Must complete agency-provided keyboarding classes during the first twelve (12) months of employment

Environmental Conditions

Works primarily in a closed, secure workplace

Knowledge of

PCSO policy, procedures and benefitEmergency procedures

Operation of control panel

Appropriate forms and documents

PCSO facilities and locations

Inmate rules and regulations

Inmate property procedures

Criminal Justice system

Communication radio codes

Cell location

Housing layout

Security system

Visitor log

Special housing needs

Inmate rights

County and State agencies

Resources

Filing system

Office supplies

Key control

Ability to

Read and write English

Operate office equipment

Recognize potential problems

Perform inventory

Operate surveillance equipment

Skills

Communication

Alphabetizing

Observation

Computer

Basic mathematical

Telephone

Interpersonal

Clerical

Keyboarding

Analytical

Physical Requirements

Lift 25 lbs

Carry 10 lbs.

Squat

Walk

Sit for long periods

Stand for long periods

Hear at normal level or with accommodation

See at normal range or with accommodation

Speak English understandably

Manual dexterity

Ambulate independently

Ability to look up frequently

Other

• *FCIC/NCIC: Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center• FDLE: Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Min

USD $38,803.65/Yr.

Max

USD $52,885.25/Yr.