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Detention Support Specialist

Description:
SIGN-ON BONUSES FOR NEW HIRES DETENTION SUPPORT SPECIALIST (CIVILIAN).........$1,000 **$500 UPON HIRE, AND $500 UPON PROBATION COMPLETION** 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 Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks Medical, Dental, Vision Life Insurance FRS Retirement 10 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Education Incentives Deferred Compensation Plan Wellness Incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free Employee Gym Free Employee Health Clinic 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 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 $38,042.78/Yr. Max USD $51,847.95/Yr.

Qualifications:
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

To Apply:
Go on our website to https://careers-polkcountysheriffsoffice.icims.com/jobs/1082/detention-support-specialist/job and complete the application.

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